There’s a new leader of the pack! Wednesday was the first day on the job for Stuart Goins, the new Scout Executive/CEO of the Tuscarora Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Goins talked with GoldsboroDailyNews.com about how his scouting experience helped shape his life. He joined the Boy Scouts after his pastor brought scouting…… read more »
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New Leader Enjoys First Day With Tuscarora Council Of Boy Scouts
PET OF THE WEEK: Taz Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Taz! She is a friendly, never met a stranger, boxer/mix. Tax is 7-years-old. She has been spayed and is ready for her fur-ever home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected] Click here to view all the pets available for adoption through Wayne County Animal…… read more »
Gardening Workshop Honors History Of African Americans In Agriculture (PHOTOS)
The Wayne County Public Library hosted a Juneteenth Gardening Workshop on Wednesday. The educational event featured hands-on activities and taught attendees how to grow their own food while exploring the history and influence of African Americans and their role in agriculture. … read more »
Duplin Co. Receives Funds To Repair Roads Damaged By Hurricane Florence
The State of North Carolina and FEMA have approved $2,370,881 to reimburse the state’s Department of Transportation for the repair of roads in Duplin County damaged by Hurricane Florence in 2018. Funding from FEMA’s Public Assistance Program partially reimburses the costs for labor and materials, including stone and asphalt repairs to road surfaces, replacement of…… read more »
Goldsboro Native Regan Assists Effort To Get N.C. Vaccinated
(NORTH CAROLINA NEWS NETWORK) — The rate at which Americans are getting vaccinated against COVID-19 has slowed to levels which make it unlikely that the President’s goal of 70 percent vaccinated by July 4th will be reached. On Tuesday, EPA Administrator and Goldsboro native Michael Regan visited Raleigh to promote a new White House initiative…… read more »
Wayne UNC To Mark 125th Anniversary
The local hospital is preparing to celebrate its quasquicentennial. Wayne UNC Hospital turns 125 years old this year. Tuesday morning, the Wayne County Board of Commissioners approved a proclamation recognizing Wayne UNC’s 125th anniversary as read by Dr. Jessie Tucker, President and CEO of Wayne UNC Health Care. The proclamation notes the hospital was hospital…… read more »
Mt. Olive Pickle Employees Community Fund Awards Scholarships
Mt. Olive Pickle Company’s Employees Community Fund has awarded four $4,000 scholarships to children of employees. Recipients are Austin Espinosa, Kiara Kornegay, Douglas Davidson, and Michael Marcin. Espinosa is the son of Michelle Espinosa and Mt. Olive Pickle employee Ricardo Espinosa. A senior at Southern Wayne High School, he will enter Wayne Community College in…… read more »
Goldsboro Mayor Resigns Amidst Continuing Health Battle
The City of Goldsboro’s mayor has stepped down. Tuesday morning, Mayor Chuck Allen officially submitted his resignation, which is effective immediately. Allen has served as mayor since 2015. He’s been a member of the Goldsboro City Council since 1999. Allen has been battling health issues and he took a health-related leave of absence from the…… read more »
Juneteenth Gardening Workshop This Wednesday At WCPL
The Wayne County Public Library is hosting a Juneteenth Gardening Workshop. The hands-on educational event will teach how to grow your own food while exploring the history and influence of African Americans and their role in agriculture. The workshop is being held this Wednesday, June 16, from 5 – 8 PM at the Wayne County…… read more »
Utility Rate Increase Nixed As New City Budget Heads For Approval
Goldsboro continues to examine its new city budget. Monday evening, the Goldsboro City Council met again and resumed dissecting the new financial plan. Heading into Monday’s work session, the City Manager’s recommended 2021-2022 Fiscal Year Budget includes a three-cent property tax increase as well as a 15% increase in water and sewer rates. While the property…… read more »
