Category Archives: Local News

GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Goldsboro has lost one of its most recognizable community figures with the passing of Samuel Richard "Rooster" Narron, who died on June 20, 2026, at the age of 80. A lifelong athlete...

This week's WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, features Maddox, a handsome tabby cat whose affectionate personality is winning over everyone he meets as he searches for a forever fami...

GOLDSBORO, NC - A local educator is receiving statewide recognition for his commitment to student success and classroom excellence. Rack Room Shoes announced Tuesday that Jeff Stocks, a fifth-grade te...

GOLDSBORO, NC - The Goldsboro Police Department is encouraging residents to share their feedback as the agency continues its pursuit of accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law En...

DUDLEY, NC - Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle head-on collision Thursday afternoon on Emmaus Church Road near Dudley. According to Dudley firefighters, crews were dispatched along with Wayne...

Goldsboro, N.C. - On May 4, 2026 the Wayne County Board of Education approved the dates for its 2026-2027 regularly scheduled monthly meetings. The month of July officially marks the beginning of the ...

PIKEVILLE, N.C. - Residents and visitors are invited to Dee's Memorial Park on Saturday, June 27, for Freedom Fireworks 2026, a community celebration honoring Pikeville's 135th anniversary and America...

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - A former Wayne County resident has been extradited back to North Carolina and is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation into suspected child sexual abuse materi...

GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Residents from across Wayne County gathered to celebrate freedom, culture, and community during the Juneteenth Unity & Heritage Festival, a free, family-friendly event honoring t...

GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Community members gathered Saturday afternoon to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of the James & Pine Memorial Parklet, a new public space dedicated to preserving and honori...