A suspect is arrested for a 2015 shooting in Goldsboro. The Goldsboro Police Department says 25-year-old Tyrik D. Joyner of Goldsboro has been charged with Attempted First Degree Murder in relation to the shooting on the 100 block of N. George Street on November 20th of 2015. Michael T. Weeks of Goldsboro, who was 30-years-old…… read more »
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GPD: Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder For 2015 Shooting
$1 Million Reached with Memorial Golf Tournament
Applause and cheers rang out at the 34th Annual Friendly Mart/Michael Martin Memorial Golf Tournament as the announcement was made that this year’s contributions have brought the collective tournament proceeds to over $1 million. “There are a lot of people in the world of fundraising that will tell you that golf tournaments are no longer…… read more »
Agreement Creates A New Pathway From Community Colleges To UNC
North Carolina education leaders signed an agreement on Monday, Aug. 23 to address the critical teacher shortage in the state. North Carolina Community College System President Thomas Stith and University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans announced a new agreement that will increase opportunities for community college students to transfer to teacher education programs…… read more »
NCDOT: Over 9 Million Pounds of Roadside Litter Collected This Year
The N.C. Department of Transportation’s crews, contractors and volunteers have collected more than 9 million pounds of litter from roadsides and are on pace to exceed the state’s record for litter collection set in 2019. “In North Carolina, we take great pride in our natural resources, but we all have to be vigilant to…… read more »
Col. Helphinstine Provides Update On 4FW Activities
Wayne County has a mutually beneficial relationship with the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. That alliance was highlighted Tuesday as the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce held its annual State of the Military, providing an inside look at the happenings at the local Air Force base. Col. Kurt Helphinstine, the commander of the 4th Fighter…… read more »
NC Freedom Fest Less Than 4 Weeks Away
A new event will give the community a chance to show its appreciation for our military and first responders. The inaugural NC Freedom Fest is set for September 18th in Downtown Goldsboro. Doug McGrath gave a presentation on the NC Freedom Fest to the Wayne County Commissioners last week. McGrath says there are plenty of…… read more »
17-Year-Old Charged For Statutory Rape
On July 28th, the Goldsboro Police Department received a report of a sexual assault involving a 12-year-old female. The alleged crime involved a 17-year-old male picking up the juvenile female, traveling to a different location, and engaging in sexual intercourse. On Monday, after further investigation by the Goldsboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division, juvenile petitions…… read more »
Freshmen Encouraged To Let Their Lights Shine At UMO Convocation
The University of Mount Olive welcomed 330 freshmen students to campus Saturday and encouraged them to let their light shine, not only for themselves, but for others as well. UMO President Dr. H. Edward Croom put forth the challenge during Saturday night’s convocation in Kornegay Arena. “Each day is a blessing,” Croom said. “Take advantage…… read more »
Two Juveniles Arrested For Goldsboro Robbery
Wednesday night, an anonymous caller reported two male juveniles robbed an unknown male at gunpoint while in the parking lot on the 500 block of E. Elm Street. Officers arrived, conducted field interviews on the scene, but were unable to substantiate the crime at that time. On Friday, GPD officers reviewed video of the incident…… read more »
U.S. Regulators Give Full Approval To Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. has given full approval to the COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer. The Food and Drug Administration’s decision on Monday may help lift public confidence in vaccinations as the nation battles the most contagious coronavirus mutant yet. The FDA has never before had so much evidence to judge a shot’s safety.…… read more »
