Wayne County, N.C. — The Wayne County Department of Social Services (DSS) is actively recruiting individuals and families to become licensed foster care providers. This initiative addresses a growing demand for safe, stable, and loving homes for children who have been removed from their birth families due to abuse, neglect, or other challenging circumstances. Foster…… read more »
Wayne County, N.C. — The Partnership for Children of Wayne County is extending an open invitation to businesses, faith-based organizations, civic clubs, and other community groups to learn how they can actively contribute to improving the lives of young children and families across the region. As part of its ongoing community outreach, the organization is…… read more »
Chapel Hill, N.C., June 2, 2025 — HonorBridge, North Carolina’s largest organ donation and tissue recovery organization, has once again been recognized as one of the Best Employers in North Carolina by Business North Carolina Magazine. This marks the fifth consecutive year the organization has received the honor, coinciding with its 40th anniversary of service…… read more »
Princeton, N.C. — When James Boring enrolled at the University of Mount Olive (UMO) in 2023, he brought more than ambition—he arrived with a clear vision of success rooted in perseverance, family, and community. Currently serving as a Mortgage Loan Officer and Assistant Vice President at KS Bank, Boring is no stranger to the challenges…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Southern Wayne Sanitary District has completed and submitted its proposed Fiscal Year 2025–2026 operating budget to the Board of Directors. The proposed budget is now available for public inspection at the office of the clerk to the Board, located at 1370 Old Grantham Road, Goldsboro, NC. The proposed budget outlines the…… read more »
Wilson, N.C. — North Carolina Commissioner of Labor Luke Farley will honor outstanding local employers and employees at the Department of Labor’s annual Safety Awards Banquet, to be held Tuesday, June 3, at the Wilson Chamber of Commerce. The event, which begins at noon, highlights the commissioner’s ongoing mission to make North Carolina both the…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Firehouse in downtown Goldsboro was alive with energy on Thursday, as the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Launch Party & Small Business Meet-Up to honor the latest graduates of the Launch Wayne program. The event celebrated the achievements of local entrepreneurs who successfully completed the 12-week business development…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — Wayne Community College’s Workforce Continuing Education Services honored the newest class of Allied Health graduates during a heartfelt pinning ceremony this spring. The event recognized 84 students who successfully completed programs in Nurse Aide I, Phlebotomy, Pharmacy Technician, and Sterile Processing. Each graduate received a ceremonial pin and certificate, symbolizing their transition…… read more »
Washington, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring equal access to its programs, services, and facilities for all individuals—particularly those with disabilities—under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The agency also underscores its ongoing efforts to prevent discrimination on the basis of disability, race, color, national origin,…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of KIDNETIX NC, a new indoor playground in Goldsboro that promises a safe, clean, and inclusive environment for children to play, explore, and grow. Founded by local residents Eric and Sarah Trinidad, KIDNETIX NC was born…… read more »
