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Local Students Shine at Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair

Local Students Shine at Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair celebrated outstanding achievements from local students on Friday, September 26, 2025, with competitions highlighting both agricultural excellence and academic prowess. Livestock Competitions Showcase Agricultural Talent The fair’s livestock competitions drew impressive participation from young agricultural enthusiasts across the region, with both meat goat and market lamb shows…read more »

VA Expands Cancer Screening Access with First FDA-Approved Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer

VA Expands Cancer Screening Access with First FDA-Approved Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer

Guardant Health’s SHIELD Test Now Available to Veterans Through Community Care Network The Department of Veterans Affairs has approved coverage for Guardant Health’s SHIELD test, marking a significant expansion of access to the first FDA-approved blood test for colorectal cancer screening. The decision brings innovative early detection technology to the veteran community, addressing a critical…read more »

NCDOT Reports Major Hurricane Helene Recovery Progress as New Transit and Safety Initiatives Launch

NCDOT Reports Major Hurricane Helene Recovery Progress as New Transit and Safety Initiatives Launch

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced significant milestones in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts this week, while simultaneously launching new public transit services and safety campaigns across the state. Hurricane Helene Recovery Reaches 98% Completion Nearly one year after Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, NCDOT officials report that 98% of closed…read more »

Arts Council Launches Monthly “Yoga and Mimosas” Series in Downtown Goldsboro

Arts Council Launches Monthly “Yoga and Mimosas” Series in Downtown Goldsboro

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Arts Council of Wayne County is bringing wellness and community together with the return of its popular “Yoga and Mimosas” program, scheduled to begin Saturday, October 4, 2025, at their downtown location. The monthly event, held every first Saturday, combines a one-hour rejuvenating yoga session with a social mimosa hour, creating…read more »

Wayne County Public Schools Announces Leadership Changes at Two Elementary Schools

Wayne County Public Schools Announces Leadership Changes at Two Elementary Schools

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne County Public Schools has announced administrative changes at two elementary schools, with both transitions set to take effect September 30. Kelly Holland, current principal of Grantham Elementary, has been named the new principal of Northeast Elementary. Holland will replace Nicole Carter, who announced her retirement earlier this month after more than…read more »

Wet Weekend Ahead: Substantial Rainfall Expected Through Sunday

Wet Weekend Ahead: Substantial Rainfall Expected Through Sunday

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The upcoming weekend brings a persistent weather pattern dominated by showers and thunderstorms, with residents advised to prepare for significant rainfall and potentially impactful weather conditions across the region. Saturday Outlook: Active Weather Throughout the Day Saturday presents a dynamic weather scenario with precipitation expected in multiple waves. The day begins with…read more »

Local Students and Residents Shine at Wayne County Fair Competition

Local Students and Residents Shine at Wayne County Fair Competition

Winners Announced Across Multiple Categories on Thursday GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Fair concluded another successful day of competition on Thursday, September 25, 2025, with local students and residents taking home top honors across dozens of categories ranging from educational displays to livestock shows. Educational Excellence on Display Spring Creek High School claimed victory…read more »

NC Health Department to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Mental Health Webinar

NC Health Department to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Mental Health Webinar

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a special webinar celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, focusing on the intersection of culture, identity, and mental health within Hispanic and Latino communities. The virtual event, scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m., will bring together state officials…read more »

Goldsboro Invests in Business Development Strategic Plan to Strengthen Local Economy

Goldsboro Invests in Business Development Strategic Plan to Strengthen Local Economy

City Hires Consultant to Create Comprehensive Framework for Supporting Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro has contracted Creative Economic Development Consulting to develop a comprehensive Business Development Strategic Plan and Framework, marking a significant investment in the city’s economic future. The $21,100 initiative aims to establish a structured approach to…read more »

Wayne Community College to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Wayne Community College to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community-wide event featuring cultural performances, educational displays, and local organization participation on Wednesday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free public event will take place in the Dr. G. Herman Porter Atrium inside the Wayne Learning Center, the college’s…read more »

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