RALEIGH, NC —The North Carolina House of Representatives today approved House Bill 636, a measure designed to establish clear statewide standards for identifying and removing sexually explicit and pervasively vulgar materials from public school libraries. Supporters of the bill say it addresses growing concerns from parents and community members over the presence of pornographic and…… read more »
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North Carolina House Passes Bill to Remove Sexually Explicit Materials from Public School Libraries
United Way of Wayne County Tees Up Big Prize at 26th Annual Founder’s Cup Golf Tournament
Goldsboro, NC — Excitement is building in Wayne County as United Way prepares to host its 26th Annual Founder’s Cup Golf Tournament at Walnut Creek Country Club on April 25. This year, a spectacular hole-in-one prize is raising the stakes: an all-expense-paid couple’s getaway to Sandals Resort, sponsored by Mallory Dumond, Travel Agent – Travelmation.…… read more »
Goldsboro Woman Balances Family, Career, and Education to Achieve Lifelong Dream at Wayne Community College
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Carmen Del Cid Garcia has always believed in the power of education. Now, as she prepares to graduate from Wayne Community College with an associate degree in Business Administration, her journey is an inspiring testament to perseverance, passion, and the pursuit of lifelong learning. A wife, mother of two, full-time employee at…… read more »
Speed A Little. Lose A Lot. — North Carolina Launches Statewide Anti-Speeding Campaign
RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is urging drivers to slow down and consider the life-threatening risks of speeding as law enforcement agencies across the state launch the “Speed A Little. Lose A Lot.” campaign. The initiative runs through April 20 and includes enhanced patrols and checkpoints targeting speeders on…… read more »
Community Gathers for a Cause at Fundraiser Hosted by Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County
Goldsboro. NC — Thursday, April 17, at the Firehouse on East Ash Street buzzed with excitement that evening as supporters gathered for a special fundraising event hosted by Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County Inc. The evening featured an engaging mix of beverages, appetizers, a reverse raffle, and a silent auction offering a variety of…… read more »
Goodwill Launches Rotary Club to Combat Food Insecurity in Eastern NC
Durham, NC — Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC) recently initiated the formation of the Rotary Club of Goodwill for Eastern North Carolina under Rotary International’s goal of “Service Above Self.” The club will tackle issues within communities—starting with food deficits as part of its Rotary Service Challenge. This partnership brings together two institutions with common values of service, ethics, and community impact. At the launch, the Rotary Club has distributed $2,250 worth of food vouchers to 48 Rotary Clubs in District 7710, triggering action and awareness of food…… read more »
Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Returns to Wayne County
GOLDSBORO, NC — The United Way of Wayne County is once again partnering with the National Association of Letter Carriers for the 33rd Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The event is part of the nation’s largest one-day food drive, with the aim of restocking local food pantries during a…… read more »
A Facebook Page, a New Kidney, and a New Life: A Story of Hope and Kindness Just in Time for National Donate Life Month
Goldsboro NC — In a world that sometimes feels short on good news, one story shines a light on the incredible power of resilience, generosity, and the human spirit — all sparked by a simple social media post. Albert Jeffries, (AlJ,) has never had it easy. Born with a serious heart condition called dilated cardiomyopathy,…… read more »
Annual Free Chlorine Conversion and Water Line Flushing Program Begins May 7
Goldsboro, N.C. — Beginning Wednesday, May 7, the City of Goldsboro Water Treatment Plant will temporarily modify its water disinfection process by stopping the use of ammonia and switching to chlorine-only treatment. This change will last for approximately six weeks, with ammonia being reintroduced into the process on Wednesday, June 18. Under normal operations, the…… read more »
NCDOT Kicks Off Work Zone Awareness Month with National Campaign
RALEIGH, NC — With spring building season set to accelerate, state government officials are asking drivers to travel even more defensively and heed all speed limit signs when coming upon work zones. In a goodwill gesture toward the added hazards of highway construction, Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed April Work Zone Awareness Month, and April…… read more »
