Wilson, N.C. – Congressman Don Davis (NC-01), in partnership with the United States Postal Service, will host a special dedication ceremony on Saturday, May 17, 2025, to commemorate the renaming of the Wilson Post Office in honor of the late Milton F. Fitch, Sr. The ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m. and will take place…… read more »
Adoptable and Adorable Meet Sylvester, This Week’s WGBR Pet of the Week Powered by Jackson & Sons! If you’re looking for the purr-fect companion, this sweet, two-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix is small in size but overflowing with love. With his sleek black-and-white coat and irresistible charm, Sylvester is sure to steal your heart—and your camera…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) will temporarily take over leadership of child welfare services in Vance County beginning Wednesday, May 14, 2025, citing serious concerns about the county’s ability to provide adequate care and support to vulnerable children and families. The move, authorized under state law (N.C.G.S.…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. – The Wayne County Board of Education has announced the appointment of Randy Meisenhelder as the new principal of Spring Creek Middle School, effective July 1, 2025. Meisenhelder, who currently serves as assistant principal at Spring Creek High School, will step into the role following the retirement of longtime principal Dr. Tammy Keel…… read more »
Mount Olive, N.C. — The University of Mount Olive men’s basketball program proudly placed three student-athletes on the prestigious College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Team, recognizing their exceptional achievements both in the classroom and on the court. Redshirt sophomore Christopher Brown, junior Shane Peterson, and junior Shawn Wilson were each honored for their academic…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. – Students in Wayne Community College’s Leadership Development class have turned a class project into a lasting gift for their campus and the environment. As part of their spring semester service project, students Sara Roush, Ty Johnson, Wilson Hines, Linda Ponce, and Yahaira Rojas planted four cherry trees beside the Deacon Jones Automotive…… read more »
Seven Springs, N.C. – The historic town of Seven Springs welcomed visitors from across the region on Saturday for its annual Old Timey Day, a much-anticipated event that celebrates heritage, community, and the charm of small-town traditions. Held along Center Street, the event enjoyed perfect weather, which contributed to a steady stream of attendees throughout…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — (May 12) — More than 5,000 homes and businesses in Wayne County are currently without power as the region experiences a significant outage, according to data from Find Energy, a leading electricity data platform whose information now supports major media outlets such as CBS News, Bloomberg, and the Houston Chronicle. As of…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. – In celebration of one of North Carolina’s most beloved traditions, the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Rail Division has announced that all NC By Train passenger trains will make a stop in Salisbury on Saturday, May 17, to accommodate visitors traveling to the annual Cheerwine Festival. The announcement, made Monday by the NCDOT…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. – On May 12, 2025 Wayne STEM Academy has been honored with the Purple Star Award by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, a distinguished recognition celebrating the school’s strong and ongoing commitment to supporting students from military families. Located in Goldsboro and serving communities across Wayne County, Wayne STEM Academy was…… read more »
