Category Archives: Local News
City of Goldsboro Warns Developers of Scam Involving Fraudulent Planning Department Invoices
Goldsboro, N.C. - The City of Goldsboro is warning developers about a scam targeting individuals who have previously submitted applications to the City's Planning Department for public hearings. City ...
Jan 10, 2026
January's Plant Spotlight - Paperbush
January's plant spotlight is paperbush (Edgeworthia chrysantha) WAYNE COUNTY, NC - Paperbush is a deciduous shrub that provides superb winter interest and fragrance. This well-branched plant begins bl...
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City of Goldsboro Names Kellianne Williams Assistant City Manager
Goldsboro, N.C. - The City of Goldsboro has hired Kellianne Williams as its new assistant city manager, with her first day in the role beginning Dec. 10, 2025. Williams joins City Manager Matthew Livi...
Jan 10, 2026
Dr. Kristie Sauls Named WCC Vice President of Academic and Student Services
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Dr. Kristie Sauls is Wayne Community College's new vice president of academic and student services. Sauls has previously held several leadership roles at WCC. She began as the direct...
Jan 08, 2026
United Way of Wayne County to Host 'Fill the Theatre' Food Drive at Paramount Theatre
WAYNE COUNTY, NC - United Way of Wayne County will host its annual Fill the Theatre Food Drive next month at the Paramount Theatre, aiming to help address ongoing food insecurity across the community....
Jan 08, 2026
Goldsboro Police Seek Public's Help in East Ash Street Robbery Investigation
GOLDSBORO, NC - Goldsboro police are asking for the public's assistance as they investigate a robbery reported late last year at a convenience store on East Ash Street. According to the Goldsboro Poli...
Jan 08, 2026
Wayne County Sheriff's Office Warns Public of Jail Release Phone Scams
WAYNE COUNTY, NC - The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about scam phone calls in which callers falsely claim to be law enforcement officials and demand money for an inmate's release...
Jan 08, 2026
Mount Olive Man Wins $1 Million Top Prize on Jumbo Bucks Scratch-Off
RALEIGH, NC - Donald Godwin of Mount Olive is celebrating after taking a chance on a $10 Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket and winning a $1 million top prize. Godwin purchased the winning ticket from the...
Jan 07, 2026
Early-Morning Semi-Truck Fire on South Slocumb Street Causes Total Loss
GOLDSBORO, NC - Goldsboro firefighters responded early Wednesday morning to a vehicle fire involving a semi-truck in the 2400 block of South Slocumb Street. According to officials, fire units were dis...
Jan 07, 2026
Goldsboro Police Seek Public's Help in Fatal Shooting Investigation
GOLDSBORO, NC - Goldsboro police are asking for the public's assistance as they continue investigating a fatal shooting that occurred earlier this month. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, ...
Jan 07, 2026