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Goldsboro’s January Hammond Named 2024 North Carolina Main Street Champion

Goldsboro’s January Hammond Named 2024 North Carolina Main Street Champion

Goldsboro, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro is proud to announce January Hammond as its 2024 North Carolina Main Street Champion, a recognition that honors her unwavering commitment, leadership, and service to the community through the Downtown Goldsboro Development Corporation (DGDC). Known for her dependability, tireless work ethic, and hands-on approach, Hammond has become a…read more »

Goldsboro Hosts 28th Annual Hal Plonk Disability Awareness Walk

Goldsboro Hosts 28th Annual Hal Plonk Disability Awareness Walk

Goldsboro, N.C. — Downtown Goldsboro was filled with energy, smiles, and community spirit Wednesday as residents gathered for the 28th Annual Hal Plonk Disability Awareness Walk, hosted by the Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities. The annual event celebrates inclusivity and raises awareness about the challenges and achievements of individuals living with disabilities in the…read more »

Two-Vehicle Crash on Stevens Mill Road Causes Traffic Delays, Prompts Police Investigation

Two-Vehicle Crash on Stevens Mill Road Causes Traffic Delays, Prompts Police Investigation

Goldsboro, N.C. — A two-vehicle collision Tuesday afternoon resulted in minor vehicle damage and temporary traffic delays near the intersection of Stevens Mill Road and West Ash Street. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. and involved a 2020 Kia and a 2017 Lexus. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, preliminary statements from those involved indicate…read more »

One Cited in Two-Vehicle Collision on North Carolina Street

One Cited in Two-Vehicle Collision on North Carolina Street

Goldsboro, N.C. — A two-vehicle accident involving a 2014 Ford and a 2009 Chevrolet occurred on North Carolina Street, prompting a traffic citation and temporary disruption in the area. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, the incident took place as Car one was traveling east on West Grantham Street. The driver of Car one reported…read more »

Wayne County Students Honored at University of Mount Olive Awards Ceremony

Wayne County Students Honored at University of Mount Olive Awards Ceremony

Mount Olive, N.C. — A group of outstanding students from Wayne County were recently recognized at the University of Mount Olive’s Annual Awards Ceremony for their academic excellence, leadership, and contributions to both campus life and their chosen fields of study. Among the honorees was Dillon Black of Goldsboro, who was named MBA Student of…read more »

PET OF THE WEEK: Goldie Powered by Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Goldie
Powered by Jackson & Sons

This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, shines the spotlight on a truly special pup—Goldie, a 6-month-old spayed Terrier-Pit Bull mix with a heart as golden as her name. Goldie has been patiently waiting at the shelter since February, hoping each day will be the one her forever family walks through…read more »

Affordable Housing Initiative Expands in Wayne and Lenoir Counties

Affordable Housing Initiative Expands in Wayne and Lenoir Counties

Goldsboro, N.C .— A major affordable housing initiative is underway in Wayne and Lenoir counties, where a local nonprofit organization is currently building 103 homes. The effort is focused on expanding access to quality housing and fostering diverse communities across the region. Most of the construction to date has taken place in Lenoir County, especially…read more »

Mount Olive’s Jackson Lahey Named AVCA All-American Honorable Mention

Mount Olive’s Jackson Lahey Named AVCA All-American Honorable Mention

Lexington, K.Y. — (May 5) — University of Mount Olive junior setter Jackson Lahey has been named an American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) All-American Honorable Mention, marking just the third time in program history that a player has received this national honor. Lahey, a native of Pembroke Pines, Florida, joins the elite ranks of former Trojan…read more »

Wayne County Public Schools Hosting Job Fair on May 13

Wayne County Public Schools Hosting Job Fair on May 13

Goldsboro, N.C. — Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) will host its second Job Fair of the year on Tuesday, May 13, as the district continues efforts to recruit a wide range of certified and classified staff to support its schools. The event will be held from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Gertrude Weil Auditorium…read more »

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