Governor Roy Cooper has announced AP Emissions Technologies, an automotive exhaust manufacturer, will create 96 new jobs in Wayne County. The company will invest $400,000 to expand its e-commerce operations in Goldsboro. “North Carolina-grown companies, like AP Emissions Technologies know the strength of our workforce, economy and quality of life,” said Governor Cooper. “We are…… read more »
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AP Emissions Technologies To Add 96 Jobs In Wayne County
PIC OF THE DAY: Playing Outside
This is 1-year-old Ethan Burch. He was spotted playing with his toys in the fresh-cut grass Tuesday afternoon at the North Duplin softball game. Burch appeared to be having more fun playing than watching the game. … read more »
WCPS To Honor Top Staff At Virtual Celebration
On May 6, Wayne County Public Schools will hold a virtual celebration to honor the district’s 2021 Teacher of the Year, Assistant Principal, and Principal of the Year. With the first round of interviews complete, finalists for the Teacher of the Year, Assistant Principal and Principal of the Year programs have been named – one…… read more »
Goldsboro-Wayne County To Be Featured On WRAL’s Out & About
An episode of WRAL’s Out & About featuring Goldsboro-Wayne County will premiere at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 7 on Channel 5. The segment will highlight five locations throughout Wayne County and encourage safe travel throughout the spring and summer months. WRAL Out & About appeals to those looking to travel throughout North Carolina and discover…… read more »
UMO President Shares Farm Experience With Ag Students
University of Mount Olive President Dr. H. Edward Croom recently talked with the Field Experiences and Anatomy & Physiology of Domestic Animals classes at the UMO Kornegay Student Farm. Using his own personal agriculture experience, Croom shared insights about farm life, tractor safety, and making the most of opportunities. Following the presentation, Croom drove one…… read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs Celebrate Serving Military-Connected Families
On April 1, Boys & Girls Clubs of America launched “Celebrating 30 Years of Better Together,” a campaign highlighting how Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA)-affiliated youth centers have been doing whatever it takes to serve the needs of military-connected youth for the past 30 years by providing academic support, mentorship, leadership development, and…… read more »
Driver Extricated After Vehicles Collide Near Dudley (PHOTO GALLERY)
Around 1:30 PM Tuesday, firefighters from Dudley and Mount Olive as well an EMS unit responded to a vehicle crash at the intersection of Ruskin and Sleepy Creek roads. The emergency responders found two vehicles with heavy damage at the scene. The black SUV was sitting on the shoulder of Sleepy Creek Road facing east…… read more »
Suspect Charged With Murder For Death Of 2-Year-Old
On March 31st, the Goldsboro Police Department and Wayne County EMS were dispatched to the 1200 block of Day Circle for the report of an unresponsive child. The 2-year-old was transported to the Wayne UNC Health Care Emergency Department where she was pronounced deceased. Members of the Goldsboro Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division responded to…… read more »
ENC Barbecue Titan Wilber Shirley Passes Away
It is a sad days for fans of Eastern North Carolina barbecue. Wilber Shirley passed away Monday at the age of 90. Shirley opened the iconic Wilber’s Barbecue in Goldsboro in 1962, with a plan to serve Eastern North Carolina-style barbecue cooked the old-fashioned way – whole hog, over a wood-fired pit. Over the years,…… read more »
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle
Around 8 AM Tuesday, officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to the 100 block of E. King Street for a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, officers learned a 62-year-old female pedestrian was attempting cross E. King Street when she was struck by a vehicle traveling eastbound. The pedestrian was transported to…… read more »
