Category Archives: Local News
Goldsboro Awarded $33 Million for PFAS Treatment Project
RALEIGH, NC- Governor Josh Stein announced that 145 projects across 66 North Carolina counties will receive more than $472 million in funding to improve drinking water and wastewater infrastructure - ...
Feb 22, 2026
United Way's "Fill the Theatre" Drive Packs Paramount with Donations for Wayne County Families
WAYNE COUNTY, NC - The United Way of Wayne County filled every seat at the historic Paramount Theatre during its annual "Fill the Theatre" community donation drive held February 16 and 17 - turning 50...
Feb 22, 2026
Wayne County Deputy Charges Dudley Resident After Political Sign Defaced
DUDLEY - A criminal investigation in the Dudley area led to charges after a detective with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office discovered a defaced political campaign sign. According to the sheriff's of...
Feb 22, 2026
Kinston Man Wins $250,000 Top Prize on $5 Scratch-Off Ticket
RALEIGH, NC - A Kinston man is celebrating a life-changing win after a $5 scratch-off ticket delivered a $250,000 top prize. David Sutton of Kinston tried his luck on a 20X The Cash ticket and walked ...
Feb 22, 2026
Early Voting Continues for March 3 Primary; Sites Open Saturday in Wayne County
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - Early voting is continuing across Wayne County ahead of the March 3 Primary, with polls set to open again Saturday, Feb. 21. According to the Wayne County Board of Elections, the ...
Feb 20, 2026
Housing Authority of Goldsboro Names Michele Wiggins as New CEO
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro (HACG) has announced the hiring of Michele Wiggins as the agency's new Chief Executive Officer. Wiggins b...
Feb 20, 2026
Additional Arrests, Dozens More Charges Filed in Wayne Memorial Park Vase Theft Investigation
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - The Wayne County Sheriff's Office has announced additional arrests and dozens of new charges in the ongoing investigation into the theft of bronze vases from gravesites at Wayne M...
Feb 19, 2026
Wayne County Chamber Announces Keynote Speakers for 2026 Cruise With W.I.S.E.
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has announced the keynote speakers for its 2026 Cruise With W.I.S.E., a women-focused cruise experience centered on leadership, empowerment, a...
Feb 19, 2026
Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro Gears Up for Busy Spring with Collegiate Challenge and Women Build
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Spring is shaping up to be one of the busiest seasons yet for Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro, as construction ramps up in the McNair Heights neighborhood and volunteers from acros...
Feb 19, 2026
Wayne County ABC Board Delivers $121,500 Distribution, Highlights Growth and Community Impact
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Wayne County ABC Board presented a $121,500 distribution check to Wayne County officials this week, continuing its longstanding financial support of local government and communit...
Feb 18, 2026