Category Archives: Local News

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Collects More Than 6,600 Pounds of Food in Wayne County
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers, collected 6,660 pounds of nonperishable food on Saturday, May 9, to help support loc...
Amy Roux May 13, 2026

Temporary Road Closure Scheduled in Mount Olive for Sewer Line Repairs
MOUNT OLIVE - The Town of Mount Olive has announced a temporary road closure on a portion of West James Street beginning Thursday, May 14, as crews work to replace sewer infrastructure in the area. Ac...
Amy Roux May 13, 2026

Class of 2026 Celebrated at WCC's Graduation Ceremonies
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne Community College's 2026 graduates crossed the stage and turned their tassels at the College's two graduation ceremonies held at the Maxwell Center. A total of 569 students gra...
Amy Roux May 13, 2026

PET OF THE WEEK: Wilbur powered by Jackson & Sons
Meet Wilbur, this week's WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons. Wilbur is a 3-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix with a large build and a striking orange-and-white coat. The friendly feline ...
Shaun Johnson May 13, 2026

Phi Alpha Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Honored at NC State Capitol
Wayne County, N.C. - The Phi Alpha Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated was recognized Monday evening at the North Carolina State Capitol in Raleigh for its dedication to volunteeri...
Amy Roux May 12, 2026

Goldsboro Man Arrested on Child Exploitation Charges
Goldsboro, N.C. - The Goldsboro Police Department has announced the arrest of a Goldsboro man following an investigation conducted through the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation's Internet C...
Amy Roux May 12, 2026

WCPS Celebrates Excellence in Education
Goldsboro, N.C. - This past week, Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) and the greater community celebrated teachers and educators during Teacher Appreciation Week. One of the highlights of the week was...
Amy Roux May 11, 2026

WCC Students Honored at Medical Pinning Ceremony
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne Community College's 2026 Medical Laboratory Technology and Medical Assisting graduates were honored at a pinning ceremony held on campus. Fifteen Medical Assisting graduates an...
Amy Roux May 11, 2026

18-Wheeler Driver Charged After Multi-Vehicle Crash Injures 11 in Goldsboro
GOLDSBORO, NC - Authorities are continuing to investigate a serious multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler that left 11 people injured Saturday afternoon in Goldsboro. According to the Goldsboro ...
Amy Roux May 11, 2026

University of Mount Olive Celebrates Spring 2026 Commencement
MOUNT OLIVE, NC - Wearing commemorative 75th Anniversary stoles, members of the University of Mount Olive's Class of 2026 passed through the Alumni Crosswalk before commencement as students and return...
Amy Roux May 11, 2026


