Goldsboro, N.C. — After nearly two years of operating out of temporary facilities, the City of Goldsboro’s Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for a major move to a new, permanent home—the former Edgewood School. Felicia Brown, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Goldsboro, confirmed that the city council has approved a…… read more »
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‘Like a Kid in a Candy Store’: Goldsboro Parks and Recreations Staff Embrace New Space
Hold Onto Your Tickets: NCAA Division II Baseball Adjusts Thursday Games
CARY, N.C. (June 5) – Due to forecasted inclement weather, the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship has adjusted its Thursday schedule at the USA Baseball National Training Complex in Cary. Game 13, featuring Lenoir-Rhyne and Central Missouri, will now take place at 6 p.m. The following matchup, Game 14 between Tampa and Northwest Nazarene, is…… read more »
Violent Domestic Attack Ends in Felony Arrest in Princeton
Wayne County —June 6, 2025 — A Wayne County man has been arrested and is facing a series of serious charges following a violent domestic incident that occurred late last week in Princeton. According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 28-year-old Devin Michael Champion was taken into custody on May 30, 2025, after deputies responded…… read more »
Major Investment Aims to Transform Rural NC Schools Through $25M Golden LEAF Initiative
Raleigh, N.C. — On Thursday, Fifteen North Carolina middle schools have been selected to participate in the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative, a five-year, $25 million program designed to improve educational outcomes through innovative instructional strategies, with a particular focus on mathematics and career readiness. The initiative, funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation, is a collaborative…… read more »
“Why Not?”: Wayne County Reentry Program Offers Second Chances and New Beginnings
Goldsboro, N.C. – As the number of individuals reentering communities after incarceration continues to grow, the Wayne County Reentry Council is stepping up to help returning citizens navigate one of the most difficult transitions of their lives. Through a comprehensive network of community partners, the council is providing a second chance — and a fresh…… read more »
Discover What’s Happening This Summer: United Way Launches Countywide Resource Page
Goldsboro, N.C. — United Way of Wayne County has announced the launch of its 2025 Summer Resource Page, a new online hub designed to connect youth and families across Wayne County with a variety of summer programs and services. The resource page was created in response to a Community Conversation held on March 31st, where…… read more »
Raleigh Businesses Recognized for Building a Culture of Workplace Safety
Raleigh, N.C. (June 5, 2025) — North Carolina Commissioner of Labor Luke Farley will spotlight exceptional workplace safety achievements during the Department of Labor’s annual Safety Awards Banquet on Friday, June 6. The event will take place at 12 p.m. at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley. The ceremony will honor Raleigh-area employers and employees who…… read more »
Missing Teen Located; Man Faces Statutory Sexual Offense Charge
Wayne County — (June 5) — Following an investigation conducted by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, a local man has been arrested and formally charged in connection with a statutory sexual offense involving a juvenile. The suspect, identified as Henry Adriano Roblero Sanchez, 19, was taken into custody on May 28, 2025. According to the…… read more »
A New Engine for a Safer Tomorrow: Goldsboro FD Hosts Push-In Ceremony
Goldsboro, N.C. –-The Goldsboro Fire Department is gearing up to unveil its newest piece of life-saving equipment: Engine 5, a nearly $874,000 fire truck that will officially be welcomed into service during a traditional “push-in” ceremony on June 11 at Station 5, located at 3521 Central Heights Road. This symbolic event, which dates back to…… read more »
Eat, Play, Learn: Free Summer Meals and Enrichment for NC Kids
Goldsboro, N.C. — As summer begins and schools close their doors, North Carolina is stepping up to ensure children and teens continue to receive the nutrition they need. The NC SUN Meals Program is back, offering free meals and snacks to all youth aged 18 and under across the state through the summer break. Administered…… read more »
