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Annual Cruise the Neuse (Photo Gallery)

Annual Cruise the Neuse (Photo Gallery)

On a beautiful Saturday morning, a multitude of individuals gathered at the Neuse River boat ramp in Mar-Mac to participate in the Annual Cruise the Neuse event, which was sponsored by the esteemed Goldsboro Parks and Recreation organization. The weather was ideal, and the water was pristine, setting the stage for a memorable experience. Accompanying…read more »

Smoke Alarm Saturday

Smoke Alarm Saturday

Saturday, June 3rd was marked as Smoke Alarm Saturday, a day when fire departments across North Carolina unite to provide home fire alarm tests and installations upon request throughout their communities. The Arrington Fire Department is no exception, as their firefighters prepare to leave their station Saturday morning to install new alarms in homes within…read more »

READ Wayne to Host Partnership Summit to Improve Early Literacy Rates

READ Wayne to Host Partnership Summit to Improve Early Literacy Rates

READ Wayne, the Wayne County chapter of the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, is excited to announce the upcoming READ Wayne Partnership Summit on Tuesday, June 13th, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The event will take place at the Goldsboro branch of the Wayne County Public Library and aims to address the critical issue of early literacy…read more »

Wayne County Post 11 with Extra Inning Win

Wayne County Post 11 with Extra Inning Win

As the game entered extra innings, Wayne County managed to defeat Wilson after a spirited struggle. Wayne County won the game 2-1 thanks to crucial plays at the right time. With outstanding pitching and a strong outfield, the first four innings of the game went by quickly without a score before Wilson delivered the game’s…read more »

GPD Need Assistance Identifying Person

GPD Need Assistance Identifying Person

The Goldsboro Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is requesting help in identifying the subject featured in regard to a larceny that occurred at 201 N. Berkeley Blvd. If you know the identity of this subject, please contact Investigator Zwirblia at 919-580-4242 or you can contact Crime Stoppers. Anyone with information about this crime, or any…read more »

Wayne Prep’s Moses Tufts Signs Letter of Intent

Wayne Prep’s Moses Tufts Signs Letter of Intent

Wayne Preparatory Academy High basketball star, Moses Tufts signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Cape Fear Community College while seated behind a table filled with family and coaches. According to Athletic Director David Moore, Moses is the first Wayne Prep athlete to sign a letter of intent.  Moses loves God, family,…read more »

Wayne Post 11 Shows No Mercy

Wayne Post 11 Shows No Mercy

Against Pitt County Post 39, Wayne Post 11 started off strong, delivering hit after hit and making the situation seem simple. Pitt County Post 39 tried to stop Wayne Post 11’s impressive hitting show by switching pitchers three times in all, but they were unsuccessful. Post 11 completely dominated the game and won it early…read more »

PET OF THE WEEK: Chumbis Powered by Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Chumbis Powered by Jackson & Sons

This week’s spotlight is on Chumbis, a Tomcat that is very sweet and friendly. Chumbis is available and waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his FUR-EVER Home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services  Call: (919) 731-1439 option “0” Email: [email protected] Chumbis Breed Tomcat Age 1 year Gender Male  Size Small Color Brown/Beige Spayed/Neutered No Declawed No  Housetrained…read more »

Conference Carolinas Places Eight on 2023 Blatant Lacrosse Division II All-American Teams

Conference Carolinas Places Eight on 2023 Blatant Lacrosse Division II All-American Teams

The United State Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) announced the 2023 Blatant Lacrosse Division II All-American Teams and eight Conference Carolinas student-athletes made the list.  Belmont Abbey, the 2023 Conference Carolinas regular season champions, led three different league programs with four honorees while North Greenville had three student-athletes recognized and Mount Olive had one honoree. Mike…read more »

Lenoir County Woman Began Jumping and Screaming after $216,817 Jackpot Win 

Lenoir County Woman Began Jumping and Screaming after $216,817 Jackpot Win 

A major celebration broke out in a Kinston convenience store after Aurelia Heiple, a Kinston resident, discovered she was the winner of a $216,817 Cash 5 jackpot. “I was screaming and jumping,” Heiple laughed. “I didn’t know I could move like that.”   She bought the $1 Quick Pick ticket in the May 19 drawing from Murphy…read more »

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