Due to the threat of severe weather this afternoon, the Wayne County Vaccine Clinic will be closing at noon. This closure will only affect walk-ins for second doses Thursday afternoon. Anyone who needs a second dose and cannot make it today may come Tuesday, March 23rd, or Thursday, March 25th. The safety of those visiting the…… read more »
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Wayne County Vaccination Sited Closing Early Due To Storms
NWS: Strong Storms May Arrive In Afternoon, Evening Hours
Eastern Carolina is on high alert for potentially deadly storms this afternoon and evening. According to the National Weather Service, the greatest severe risk area will be along a warm front that will develop northwestward to near US Highway 1 by early afternoon, where the risk of significant tornadoes and large hail will be maximized.…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Shadow Powered By Jackson and Sons
Meet Shadow! He is a bundle of energy! Shadow is a 2-year-old terrier-American pit bull mix. He’s waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his forever 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…… read more »
Mount Olive Family Medicine Expanding With USDA Help (PHOTOS)
A local medical center is expanding thanks to assistance from the USDA-Rural Development. Mount Olive Family Medicine held a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday celebrating an expansion project. Joey Long is the Chair of the Mount Olive Family Medicine Board says the work follows a plan developed in 2015, and now is the time to increase…… read more »
Former SJAFB Commander Passes Away
Seymour Johnson is mourning the loss of a former commander. Colonel Raymond B. Kleber, USAF Ret, passed away on Saturday. Col. Kleber was a pilot serving over 32 years in the U.S. Air Force flying in 300 combat missions. He arrived at Seymour Johnson AFB in August of 1973 where he served as Deputy and…… read more »
UMO Launches Focus to Finish Initiative
The University of Mount Olive has been specializing in adult online education for many years. In fact, adult undergraduate students account for more than half of the University of Mount Olive’s enrollment. It is therefore no surprise that the institution is continually looking at new programs and methods to ensure these students are successful in…… read more »
WCPS: Remote Learning On Thursday Due To Storm Potential
Due to the threat of severe weather Thursday afternoon, all Wayne County Public Schools will switch to Remote Learning for Thursday, March 18. All district facilities, including schools and department sites will close at noon. All after school programs, athletic activities, and curbside meal distributions are also canceled. Additionally, the Wayne County Board of Education…… read more »
Gov. Cooper: State Tops 3 Million Vaccine Doses Given
Millions of North Carolinians have rolled up their sleeve and taken their shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. During a press conference Wednesday, Gov. Roy Cooper noted the state’s COVID numbers remain low and stable. Cooper says the state continues to administer the COVID-19 vaccine quickly and equitably. As of Wednesday morning, over 3.4 million doses…… read more »
Several Injured In Mar-Mac Crash (PHOTOS)
Wednesday morning, the Mar-Mac Fire Department and Wayne County EMS units responded to a two vehicle accident at the intersection of Five Points Road and U.S. 117 South near Highway 13 South. A white Toyota pickup truck collided with an SUV at the intersection. Several patients were checked out by paramedics and were taken to…… read more »
SJAFB Hosts Vaccine Clinic For Some TRICARE Beneficiaries
The 4th Fighter Wing Medical Group is hosting a COVID-19 mass vaccine line for specific groups of authorized TRICARE beneficiaries at the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Fitness Center this week. On Thursday, March 18th, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., first doses for persons aged 65 and older and persons 16 and older who…… read more »
