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 »
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NC Health Department to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Mental Health Webinar
Game of the Week: Warriors Hit the Road for Crucial Conference Matchup Against Saints
Hunt High Travels to Dudley as Southern Wayne Seeks First League Victory Tonight GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The stage is set for another thrilling for tonight’s showdown as the Hunt Warriors make the journey to Dudley to face off against the Southern Wayne Saints in this week’s Pittman Agner Law High School Game of the Week.…… read more »
Wayne County Man Arrested After Firing Shots Into Neighbor’s Home
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A 41-year-old man was arrested September 18 morning following an incident in which he allegedly fired multiple shots into his neighbor’s residence on Emmaus Church Road. Larry Thompson was taken into custody on September 19th after surrendering peacefully to investigators with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. The incident began on the…… read more »
North Carolina Educators Group Demands Action on Overdue State Budget
State employees have received no pay increases as lawmakers remain deadlocked more than two months past deadline RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Association of Educators is pressing state legislators to resolve their ongoing budget dispute and pass a comprehensive state budget that has been stalled for more than two months beyond its July 1…… read more »
Local Artist Bryan Lewis Set to Make History at Princeton Fall Festival
Goldsboro Native to Headline His First Concert on 15th Anniversary of Life-Changing Accident PRINCETON, N.C. – October 11th will mark a historic moment for both the Princeton Fall Festival and local artist Bryan Lewis, as the 34-year-old performer prepares to headline his first major concert exactly 15 years after a life-altering accident nearly claimed his…… read more »
Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Launch of Hawthorne & Pine LLC
Local Business Offers Comprehensive Administrative Support Services WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the launch of Hawthorne & Pine LLC, a new business venture offering stress-free administrative support services to companies of all sizes. Founder Brings Decade of Experience to New Venture Jessica…… read more »
Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual W.I.S.E. Gala
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has announced its upcoming Women Inspiring Success & Empowerment (W.I.S.E.) Gala, scheduled for Thursday, November 6th at the Walnut Creek Country Club. The evening event will begin at 5:45 p.m. and promises to be a celebration of women’s achievements and community leadership. The W.I.S.E. Gala represents…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Chiquita
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons is Chiquita—a sweet and loyal 2-year-old Terrier, Pit Bull Mix, looking for her FUR-EVER family. Chiquita’s beautiful, shiny brown coat is accented with white on her toes and chest, along with a delicate streak of white down her nose. Her alert ears are…… read more »
Food Lion Transforms 33 Food Pantries in September to Combat Growing Hunger Crisis
Food Lion’s Great Pantry Makeover initiative provides critical support to food pantries during Hunger Action Month Rural Communities Get Much-Needed Support Through Annual Initiative NORTH CAROLINA — Food Lion Feeds, Food Lion’s hunger-relief platform, is making a significant impact on food insecurity by supporting 33 food pantries within its operating footprint during September’s Hunger Action…… read more »
WCC Graduate Returns to Campus as Admissions Specialist
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – In a story that exemplifies the full-circle nature of educational success, Ligia Ovalle Garcia has returned to Wayne Community College just one month after graduation, but this time as an employee rather than a student. Ovalle graduated in May 2025 with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Office Management and began…… read more »
