GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A Cary man has been arrested in connection with an October shooting that left a Goldsboro man critically injured, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. On October 11, 2025, around 10:37 p.m., officers responded to a disturbance call in the 600 block of Sherard Court. When police arrived, they found 29-year-old Da’Shaun…… read more »
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Cary Man Arrested in Connection with October Shooting
Power Outage Affects Hundreds in Eastern Wayne Area
Goldsboro, NC – A power outage is impacting approximately 900 Duke Energy customers in the Eastern Wayne area this morning. According to Duke Energy, the outage is affecting customers along Highway 13 North, beginning at the Highway 42 interchange. Crews are currently working to restore service, and the estimated time of restoration is 10:30 a.m.…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Taffy
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, features Taffy — a sweet, playful ball of fur who’s ready to melt your heart and find her forever home! Taffy is a 9-month-old female Domestic Shorthair mix with a stunning coat of white, gray, and orange. She’s full of energy, loves to chase her favorite toys around the room,…… read more »
Goldsboro to Honor Local Heroes with Veterans Day Parade and Special Deals
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro is gearing up to honor the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces with its annual Veterans Day Parade hosted by the Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition, and a host of local discounts and deals for veterans. Veterans Day is observed each year to recognize…… read more »
Increased Fire Danger Today
RALEIGH, N.C. — State officials are urging residents to use extreme caution as dry, windy conditions are increasing the risk of wildfires across central and eastern North Carolina today. The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Danger Statement for multiple counties, including Granville, Vance, Warren, Halifax, Franklin, Nash, Edgecombe, Wake, Johnston, Wilson, Harnett, Wayne,…… read more »
Increasing Access to Care for Veterans in North Carolina
NCDHHS Announces Expansion of NCServes Hours, Launches AskMeNC Initiative RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is expanding access to care and support for veterans and their families through two major initiatives — extended hours for NCServes and the launch of AskMeNC, a new digital hub connecting veterans to…… read more »
ADLA to Host Thanksgiving Turkey & Ham Giveaway for Families in Need
Mount Olive, NC – The ADLA Community Opportunity Center is once again giving back to the community this Thanksgiving season with its annual Turkey & Ham Giveaway, set for Tuesday, November 18, starting at 11 a.m. at 612 S. Breazeale Avenue in Mount Olive. The event, held in partnership with the ADLA Food Pantry, will…… read more »
WCC’s Operations Management Program Prepares Ennis for Career Success
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Samuel Ennis is on the fast track to career success thanks to Wayne Community College’s Operations Management program. With a job already secured before his graduation next spring, he feels prepared to do well in the industry. Ennis first attended WCC in 2009 before joining the United States Army. After his service…… read more »
mage of recalled product from FDA website
Infant Formula Recall Linked to Infant Botulism
Potential Case Under Investigation in North Carolina; Product Sold Nationwide RALEIGH, N.C. — State health officials are alerting parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers about a nationwide recall of ByHeart Inc. Whole Nutrition Infant Formula following an outbreak of infant botulism. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as of Nov. 8, there have…… read more »
Closings for Veterans Day
Wayne County, NC – The following schedule changes will be taking place this week in observance of Veterans Day:… read more »
