INCIDENT AT 2217 S. Slocumb St. Lot 11 Goldsboro, N.C. — On Saturday, March 11, 2023, at approximately 5:23 p.m., Goldsboro Fire Department units responded to a woods fire endangering structures at 2217 Slocum Street, Lo1 11. Fire units arrived around 5:28 p.m. to find a woods fire that involved two manufactured homes, which spread to another manufactured home and a…… read more »
Wayne County, NC – United Way of Wayne County’s Fill the Theatre Food Drive ended with aroaring success! Our community came out in full force to help support Wayne Uplift DomesticViolence Shelter, Wayne Pregnancy Center, 4Day Movement, Hydrant Church Food Pantry,Manna House/Pete Norris Ministries, HGDC Crisis Center, Make a Difference Food Pantry, andCommunity Soup Kitchen.…… read more »
The case of a former Wayne County science teacher fired after an incident with a School Resource Officer is in the hands of a Wayne County Superior Court judge. Anthony Williams requested the review after being fired in 2022. The latest court filing is dated February 27th and is part of a back and forth…… read more »
On Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at approximately 8:38 a.m., Goldsboro Fire Department units responded to a vehicle fire endangering a structure at 415 N. Spence Ave. Fire units arrived at 8:44 a.m. to find a City of Goldsboro frontload dump master sanitation truck on fire and extending to the Cobblestone Shopping Center on the south…… read more »
The Wayne County Board of Commissioners this week agreed to accept a second wave of funding through the settlement of the opioid lawsuit. In July 2021 North Carolina became a part of a $26 billion agreement with drug manufacturers to settle lawsuits over the marketing of opioids. The county will get $6,252,521.88 in the first…… read more »
In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week, Safe Kids Wayne County, the Goldsboro Police Department, and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department will provide the following Operation Medicine Drop Events. Bring all old prescription and non-prescription medications to be properly destroyed. Peggy M. Seegars Senior Center – 2001 E. Ash St., Goldsboro, NC March 20th 9:00am-1:00pm…… read more »
Eight middle school teams recently came together to compete at the Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) 35th annual Battle of the Books competition. The event was held Friday, March 3, at the Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni Cultural Center with approximately 65 students competing. Norwayne Middle continued its championship streak by winning first place. The school has won…… read more »
Dr. Raymond E. Smith Jr. has announced his intention to run for Goldsboro’s mayor in the city’s2023 municipal election.Smith, a Goldsboro native and Goldsboro High School graduate, said he is running for mayorbecause he wants to use his extensive governmental and public service experience to help restoreGoldsboro’s Grandeur.He said restoring the city starts with bringing…… read more »
Windy conditions Tuesday afternoon kept many of the volunteer firefighters busy responding to multiple calls throughout the southside of Wayne County. Dudley and Mar-Mac departments responded to a woods fire in Rolling Wood estate that did some damage to a wooden fence. The forestry service was also dispatched to the scene to assist the firefighters.…… read more »
This week’s spotlight is on Destiny, a Terrier | American Pit Bull mix that is very sweet and friendly. Age 7 years Gender Female Size Large Color White/Tan Spayed/Neutered Destiny is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find her FUR-ever home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected].… read more »
