Category Archives: Local News

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Plans Revival of Popular After Hours Networking Series
WAYNE COUTNY, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has announced plans to revive its popular After Hours networking event series, with organizers promising a reimagined format that will b...
Curtis Media Jul 10, 2025

NCDMV Announces Moratorium on Driver License Expirations
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. - The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) announced Friday that a temporary moratorium on driver license expirations has taken effect following the signing of Senate Bi...
Curtis Media Jul 10, 2025

Goldsboro Arts Organization Launches Quarterly Supper Club Series Combining Jazz and Cuisine
GOLDSBORO, NC - A new cultural initiative is set to transform the dining and entertainment landscape in Wayne County as The Blue Hour Sessions announces the launch of its Quarterly Supper Club Series,...
Curtis Media Jul 09, 2025

Pikeville Police Make Multiple Arrests During July 4th Weekend DWI Crackdown
PIKEVILLE, NC - The Pikeville Police Department arrested multiple individuals on charges ranging from impaired driving to drug possession during a coordinated enforcement campaign over the Independenc...
Curtis Media Jul 09, 2025

We’re Here For You: Wayne County DSS Gets Creative to Connect Families with Life-Changing Services
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Wayne County Department of Social Services is intensifying efforts to educate residents about the wide range of services available to support families and individuals throughout ...
Curtis Media Jul 09, 2025

Social Security Administration Accelerates Service Improvements Under New Leadership
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration has achieved significant improvements in customer service delivery, announcing multiple milestones that demonstrate the agency’s commi...
Curtis Media Jul 09, 2025

Wilson County Mother Wins $4.7 Million in Digital Lottery Game, Second-Largest Prize in NC History
RALEIGH, N.C. - A mother of five from Elm City experienced the shock of a lifetime when a $1 digital instant game ticket transformed her family’s future, awarding her a $4.7 million jackpot in w...
Curtis Media Jul 09, 2025

Governor Stein Signs ‘Make Elevators Great Again’ Act into Law
RALEIGH, NC - Governor Josh Stein has signed House Bill 559, known as the “Make Elevators Great Again” (MEGA) Act, into law, marking a significant victory for North Carolina Labor Commissi...
Curtis Media Jul 09, 2025

New Federal Legislation Eliminates Income Tax on Social Security Benefits for Most Recipients
NORTH CAROLINA —- The Social Security Administration announced that new federal legislation will eliminate income taxes on Social Security benefits for approximately 90% of recipients, marking a...
Curtis Media Jul 08, 2025

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Podcast ‘For the Record’ Prepares for Season Two Finale
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is preparing to release the highly anticipated season two finale of their podcast, “For the Record,” scheduled for Monday, J...
Curtis Media Jul 08, 2025


