Wayne Community College’s apprenticeship program was a beneficiary of the U.S. Congress’ Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Package. A $651,000 Community Project Funding request made by then-Congressman G.K. Butterfield was included in the bill for expansion of the college’s apprenticeship program. The funding will be used to enhance the college’s established apprenticeship training programs as…… read more »
The Peggy M. Seegars Senior Center has been re-certified as a Center of Excellence by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS). This certification process takes place every five years. It includes a self-evaluation and independent visits by a site review team to recommend a…… read more »
Superintendent David Lewis provided the Board information about the budget timeline. He shared that the school district’s financial position is strong and very stable. He stated that the school district has a healthy fund balance. Dr. Lewis also shared that he is confident that the enrollment and staffing projection process which has been in place for…… read more »
Business owners, residents, and stakeholders expressed their concerns during Thursday’s Public Parking forum. DGDC Director Erin Fonseca, welcomed everyone and explained the input and feedback will assist the City of Goldsboro with the next steps. The event moderated by Dwight Bassett, Director of Economic Development and Parking Services for the Town of Chapel Hill. Bassett…… read more »
On Friday evening, the sky above Wayne County displayed a spectacular array of colors. Our GDN photographer Bobby Williams captured this pictured of the sunset. Bobby described it as “one of God’s greatest creations of a beautiful sunset.”… read more »
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced that it will renew the Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro’s Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) grant to help local families progress toward self-sufficiency. These funds will be used to assist families in increasing their assets and improving their financial stability through the Family Self Sufficiency…… read more »
Jennifer Nunn of Goldsboro took a chance on a $3 Powerball ticket and won a $100,000 prize in Wednesday’s drawing. Nunn bought her lucky Quick Pick ticket from Quick Mart on North Spence Avenue in Goldsboro. She matched the numbers on four white balls and the red Powerball to win $50,000. The prize doubled to $100,000 when…… read more »
This week’s spotlight is on Ajax, a 7-year-old Terrier/Pit Bull Mix So sweet, loving, and neutered. Ajax is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his FUR-ever home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected].… read more »
The demand has grown for parking in downtown Goldsboro. The City of Goldsboro would like to hear from all downtown stakeholders, including residents, visitors, business owners, employees, property owners, landlords, and developers. The forum to be facilitated by an independent third party will gather information shared of the needs for downtown. Erin Fonseca, DGDC Director…… read more »
Since the start of the pandemic, more and more people are talking about mental health. An increasing number of folks are starting to see it for what it is: one important component of your overall health and well-being, just like your physical health. But mental health conditions, resources, and conversations can still feel complicated and…… read more »
