Goldsboro, N.C. – On Tuesday, May 6, Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) will host its annual Celebration of Excellence & Awards Program to honor outstanding educators and staff for the 2025-2026 school year. The event will be held at 6:00 PM at the Lane Tree Conference Center in Goldsboro. The program will recognize the district’s…… read more »
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Wayne County Public Schools to Celebrate Excellence in Education at Annual Awards Ceremony
Case Farms’ Goldsboro Complex Honored with Top Workplace Safety Award
Goldsboro, N.C. – Case Farms’ Goldsboro Complex has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award by the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL), recognizing the facility’s outstanding commitment to workplace safety and its industry-leading safety performance. The NCDOL Gold Award is the highest honor granted by the department and is only awarded to facilities that achieve…… read more »
Congressman Don Davis Supports Defense Funding Package to Protect Seymour Johnson AFB and Boost National Security
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) voted in support of a significant defense funding package during the U.S. House Armed Services Committee’s first-ever budget reconciliation markup, reinforcing his commitment to national security, military personnel, and economic development in eastern North Carolina. “One of my top priorities has been preventing the retirement of the F-15E…… read more »
Mount Olive Women’s Lacrosse Earns No. 8 Spot in Final NCAA South Regional Rankings, Secures NCAA Tournament Berth
INDIANAPOLIS (April 30) — The University of Mount Olive women’s lacrosse team has been ranked eighth in the final NCAA Division II South Regional rankings released Tuesday morning by the NCAA Division II Women’s Lacrosse Committee, solidifying its place in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. With an 11-7 overall record, Mount Olive clinched an automatic bid…… read more »
NC Values Coalition Hosts Press Conference Supporting Bills for Detransitioners and Women’s Safety
Raleigh, N.C. — Wednesday April 30, The NC Values Coalition held a press conference this morning in support of two controversial bills: House Bill 606, which would extend the statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims by individuals who have detransitioned, and the Women’s Safety and Protection Act (Senate Bill 516/House Bill 791), which seeks…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Kahuna
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, spotlights Kahuna, a truly special feline ready to find his forever home! Kahuna is a 1-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix with a soft, white-and-black coat and a heart as big as his purr. Sweet, friendly, and absolutely beautiful, Kahuna charms everyone he meets with his gentle…… read more »
Social Security Administration Unveils Sweeping Reforms, Billions in Savings in First 100 Days
Washington, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) today released a detailed summary of its key accomplishments during the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second term, highlighting major strides in customer service, operational efficiency, and program integrity. According to Acting Commissioner Lee Dudek, SSA has embraced the administration’s mandate to modernize services, eliminate…… read more »
Higher Calling Kingdom Ministries International to Host Teen Summit Talk on May 2
Goldsboro, NC – (April 29) — Higher Calling Kingdom Ministries International is set to host its Teen Summit Talk on Friday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m., offering a powerful evening of spiritual encouragement and open dialogue for middle and high school students. Held at 217 West Hooks River Road in Goldsboro, the event invites youth…… read more »
Wayne Community College Opens Registration for Summer and Fall 2025 Semesters
Goldsboro, N.C. – Wayne Community College (WCC) is now accepting registrations for its upcoming summer and fall 2025 college credit courses. Both new and returning students can enroll through the college’s website or in person at the WCC campus, located at 3000 Wayne Memorial Drive in Goldsboro. The summer session kicks off on May 21…… read more »
“Wings Over Wayne” Air Show Soars Back to Goldsboro This Weekend Thousands Expected for NC’s Largest Free Air Show at Seymour Johnson AFB
Goldsboro, NC – (April 30) — The skies over Goldsboro are about to come alive as the popular “Wings Over Wayne” air show returns to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base this weekend, May 3-4. Drawing more than 200,000 spectators from across North Carolina and beyond, the biennial event is the state’s largest free air show…… read more »
