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 »
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 »
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 »
Wayne County, N.C. — The Wayne County Register of Deeds Office has announced that it will temporarily suspend marriage license services on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, due to mandatory staff training. While marriage licenses will not be issued that day, all other services offered by the office will continue as normal. “We understand the importance…… read more »
Kinston, N.C. — (May 6) — The Down East Bird Dawgs are proud to unveil the trio of talented voices who will bring the sights and sounds of baseball to life for fans during the team’s inaugural 2025 season at Historic Grainger Stadium. Shane “Sugar” Aube has been named the team’s Public Address Announcer, Kristopher…… read more »
RALEIGH, NC — In a continued effort to maintain transparency and comply with state legislation, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) publishes its “Cash Watch Numbers” report each Friday, offering a weekly snapshot of the department’s financial activity. The report, required under Session Law 2019-251 passed by the N.C. General Assembly, details NCDOT’s receipts,…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. — North Carolina residents are being reminded that beginning Wednesday, May 7, 2025, a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card will be required to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities, including military bases and nuclear power plants. Axios+4AP News+4The Telegraph+4 The REAL ID Act, enacted by Congress in 2005 following…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Goldsboro Golden K Kiwanis Club will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, May 13, at 10 a.m. in the fellowship hall of Daniels Chapel, located at 2802 East Ash Street. The featured guest speaker for the meeting will be Dr. Jo Allen, former president of Meredith College. Dr. Allen is expected…… read more »
Indianapolis, IN (May 4) — The University of Mount Olive women’s lacrosse team is headed back to the NCAA Tournament after securing an automatic bid and the No. 6 seed in the South Regional, as announced during Sunday evening’s NCAA Selection Show. The Trojans (11-7) are making their second appearance in the national tournament and…… read more »
North Carolina — As Hurricane Preparedness Week begins across the United States, emergency management officials and weather experts are urging residents in coastal and hurricane-prone areas to take proactive steps to safeguard lives and property ahead of the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season, which officially starts on June 1. Hurricane Preparedness Week, observed from May 5…… read more »
