Goldsboro, N.C. — Music, community, and celebration came together in high energy at Jams Over Wayne, an exciting event held this past weekend as part of the Wings Over Wayne festivities. For the first time ever, the event was brought off base and into the community, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. Crowds filled the…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — A traumatic single-vehicle crash late Saturday afternoon sent one person to the hospital and drew an emergency response from Goldsboro Fire Station 1 and the Goldsboro Police Department. The incident occurred at the traffic circle located at Ash Street and North Center Street. According to initial reports, a Jeep traveling west on…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. (May 4, 2025) – Wayne Community College (WCC) is opening its doors to middle and high school students this summer with its popular Junior Bison Summer Camps, offering hands-on opportunities to explore hobbies, career paths, and leadership skills in a fun and engaging setting. Running throughout June and July, the camps provide a…… read more »
North Carolina (May 4) — May is Mental Health Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind ourselves that mental well-being is just as essential as physical health. Across the country, communities, organizations, and individuals are joining forces to highlight the importance of caring for our minds, advocating for access to resources, and…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. — For the first time, the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease has exceeded 7 million, according to the 2025 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report released today by the Alzheimer’s Association. With the disease continuing to rise in prevalence, a strong majority of Americans say they want to know their status…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. (May 3, 2025) – For many home gardeners, nothing beats the satisfaction of harvesting a ripe, juicy tomato grown right in their own backyard. But as any seasoned gardener knows, tomatoes can be particularly vulnerable to a host of diseases. Jessica Strickland, Horticulture Extension Agent for North Carolina Cooperative Extension in Wayne County,…… read more »
Mount Olive, N.C. – A potential disaster was swiftly averted early this morning thanks to the rapid response of local firefighters, who contained a structure fire at the former Mount Olive Rescue building before it could cause significant damage. Just after dawn, units from Mount Olive, Calypso, and Dudley fire departments, along with EMS Station…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. – The roar of jet engines and the spectacle of high-speed aerial precision may be what audiences remember most from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds air show, but for Major Tyler “Slasher” Clark, Thunderbird No. 4 and the team’s slot pilot, the true magic lies in the preparation, teamwork, and trust that bring…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. – Governor Josh Stein announced on Thursday May 1, more than $63 million in broadband infrastructure projects aimed at connecting nearly 19,000 homes and businesses in 30 counties across North Carolina to high-speed internet, marking a major milestone in the state’s effort to close the digital divide. The funds are part of the…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — Wayne Community College (WCC) held a moving graduation ceremony on Thursday at Neuse Correctional Institution to celebrate incarcerated individuals who have completed educational programs offered through the college. The event marked the achievement of several men who earned High School Equivalency (HSE) diplomas and Human Resources Development (HRD) certificates. In a room…… read more »
