Milestone Event Returns to Downtown Smithfield on November 1 SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield (JWL) is set to host its 10th Annual Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Downtown Smithfield. The milestone celebration promises to be the organization’s largest event to date. The…… read more »
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Junior Women’s League of Smithfield Celebrates 10th Annual Touch-A-Truck Event
NC AgVentures Announces Grant Opportunity for Family Farms Across North Carolina
Program to Award Minimum of 50 Grants to Support Agricultural Innovation WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – NC AgVentures, an NC State Extension program, has announced a new grant opportunity designed to support family farms throughout North Carolina. The competitive grant program offers funding for agricultural projects aimed at increasing farm profitability through diversification, improvement, or expansion…… read more »
Seven Springs Vape Store Owner Arrested on Drug Charges
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A local vape shop owner faces multiple drug charges following a months-long investigation by the Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task Force. Michael Ray Goodman, 26, was arrested October 8 and charged with nine drug-related offenses stemming from alleged marijuana distribution at his business, 7 Springs Smoke and Vape Store in Seven Springs.…… read more »
WCC’s Guzmán Appointed to Governor’s Advisory Council on Latino Affairs
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Esteban Guzmán, director of Wayne Community College’s Small Business Center, has been appointed by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein to serve on the Governor’s Advisory Council on Latino Affairs, joining 29 other members for a two-year term. The council members will meet quarterly to explore topics affecting North Carolina’s Hispanic and Latino…… read more »
Three Men Injured in Early Morning Goldsboro Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Three men were hospitalized with gunshot wounds following a shooting incident early Thursday morning in Goldsboro, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on Rockefeller Court at approximately 12:42 a.m. on October 9, 2025. While police were still investigating the scene, two victims arrived at UNC Health…… read more »
Golden K Kiwanis Club Honors Members at Annual Awards Banquet
More than 100 gather to celebrate service, longevity, and leadership GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Golden K Kiwanis Club held its Annual Awards Banquet at Daniels Memorial Church, on Thursday, October 3, bringing together more than 100 members and guests for an evening of fellowship, recognition, and celebration under the leadership of newly installed president Ed…… read more »
Annual Fall Festival Returns to Aycock Birthplace with Family Fun and Local Vendors
FREMONT, N.C. — The historic Aycock Birthplace will host its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25, offering a full day of autumn activities for families and community members. The festival, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 264 Governor Aycock Road NE, Fremont NC, will feature a Maker’s Market alongside traditional fall festivities.…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Leadership Program to Strengthen Social Work Workforce
State Partnership Aims to Address Growing Demand and Retention Challenges WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — North Carolina is taking steps to bolster its social work workforce through a new Public Service Leadership Program (PSLP), a collaborative initiative between the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Social Work Coalition on Workforce…… read more »
Wayne Community College Honors 128 Students for Academic Excellence in Summer 2025
Local Students Earn President’s and Dean’s List Recognition GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has recognized 128 students for outstanding academic performance during the summer 2025 semester, announcing its President’s and Dean’s lists this week. The honorees represent communities across eastern North Carolina and beyond, demonstrating excellence across a diverse range of academic programs from…… read more »
Black Creek Road to Close for Railroad Crossing Repairs
WILSON, N.C. — Motorists in Wilson will need to find alternate routes next week as Carolina Coastal Railway prepares to conduct maintenance on a railroad crossing that will temporarily shut down Black Creek Road. The railroad company plans to close the road beginning at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, with work expected to continue through Oct. 17.…… read more »
