GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Outgoing Wayne County Coach Adam Pate said he wanted to return the Post 11 baseball program in Wayne County to normalcy when he took over as head coach in 2018. Most would say he did a lot more than that. 199 wins, 3 State Title Appearances and a state title would certainly…… read more »
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Adam Pate Steps Down, Leaves Wayne County Post 11 Baseball Program Better Off
212 North Carolina Schools Approved for Federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
All Applicants Selected for 2025-26 School Year Initiative NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina State Board of Education has approved 212 elementary schools across the state to participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for the 2025-26 school year. In a notable achievement, every North Carolina school that submitted an application was selected…… read more »
$575,000 Awarded to Eastern North Carolina Nonprofit Programs by NCCF
NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina Community Foundation has awarded $575,000 in grants across eastern North Carolina from the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment, marking the eighth annual application-based cycle supporting vital community programs throughout the region. Supporting Education, Health, and Human Services The endowment provides funding to nonprofit programs focusing on education, health, and human…… read more »
Sunrise Kiwanis Supports Ronald McDonald House with $600 Donation
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Sunrise Kiwanis recently presented a $600 donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern North Carolina, continuing the service organization’s commitment to supporting families in need throughout the community. The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern NC serves as a vital resource for families facing the challenging experience of having a hospitalized…… read more »
Fifth Graders Explore Career Pathways at WCC through “Careers on Wheels” Event
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Over 500 fifth graders from Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) spent the day at Wayne Community College on Friday, Oct. 24, forming more ideas about what they want to be when they grow up. Inaugural Event Connects Students with Career Opportunities WCC and WCPS hosted their inaugural “Careers on Wheels” event on…… read more »
Two WCC Students Present at NC Honors Conference
Fadah and Alviso-Bustos Share Service Learning Project on Reading Literacy GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Two Wayne Community College students recently represented their institution at the 2025 North Carolina Honors Association (NCHA) Conference at Queens University of Charlotte, marking a significant milestone for the college’s Honors Program. Abdulla Fadah and Alexis Alviso-Bustos, both pursuing Associate in Arts…… read more »
Game of the Week: Southern Wayne Saints to Battle C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons in Thursday Night Conference Showdown
Big East 5A/6A Conference Clash Set for Pikeville PIKEVILLE, N.C. – Football fans are in for an exciting Thursday night as the Pittman Agner Law High School Football Game of the Week features a critical Big East 5A/6A Conference matchup between the Southern Wayne Saints and the C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons. Conference Implications on the…… read more »
NC Labor Commissioner Urges Senate Leader to End Federal Shutdown Over Worker Safety Concerns
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley has sent a letter to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calling for immediate action to end the federal government shutdown, warning that the impasse is jeopardizing workplace safety for millions of workers across the state. Funding Crisis Threatens Safety Inspections As the elected head of…… read more »
City of Goldsboro to Break Ground on West Oak Pocket Park
Ceremony scheduled for November 3 as part of federal neighborhood transformation initiative GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the West Oak Pocket Park at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, at 103 N. Carolina St. Part of Federal Choice Neighborhoods Initiative The West Oak Pocket Park is part of…… read more »
“Christmas at the Farm” Debuts at Maxwell Regional Agricultural Center
New Holiday Event Combines Local Agriculture with Festive Celebration GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A new holiday tradition is coming to Wayne County this season. The Farm Credit Farmers Market will host its inaugural “Christmas at the Farm” event from November 8 through December 13 at the Maxwell Regional Agricultural & Convention Center. The celebration, presented by…… read more »
