Every week, Saluting Seymour and SoundScope highlight an airman serving at the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro. Technical Sgt. Kerry White from the 4th Communications Squadron White has been in the Air Force for 14 years. He was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee (by way of Atlanta). White says his duties with the…… read more »
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REMINDER: Redistricting Public Hearing Set For Tuesday
Wayne County holds its public hearing on the newly proposed voter districts this week. The Wayne County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed voter district maps this Tuesday, November 2 at 9:30 AM in the Commissioners Meeting Room in the Wayne County Courthouse Annex, 224 E. Walnut Street in Goldsboro. …… read more »
UMO Students Take Part In Yam Jam Event
Several University of Mount Olive students participated in the annual Yam Jam event hosted by the Society of St. Andrew. Members of UMOs Collegiate FFA and Collegiate Young Farmer & Rancher clubs, along with some UMO Honors Program students, harvested and donated sweet potatoes to local and regional food banks. “We picked just over 15,000…… read more »
Trunk Or Treat Brings Families To The Make A Difference Food Pantry (PHOTO GALLERY)
People started lining up early Friday afternoon for the annual trunk or treat at the Make A Difference Food Pantry in Mount Olive. The event got underway shortly after 5 p.m. Kids and parents were given treats and goodies from staff and volunteers who were dressed in some very impressive costumes that caught the eyes of…… read more »
GUEST OP-ED: Sound Basic Education For Every Child
– Editorial Opinion Submitted By Representative Raymond E. Smith. Jr. – Sound Basic Education for Every Child North Carolina used to be a leader in public education, particularly in the Southeast. Unfortunately, we are no longer leaders but seem content to be mediocre in most areas and downright poor in others. We are not doing…… read more »
Fremont Methodist Preschoolers Trick Or Treat (PHOTO GALLERY)
Fremont Methodist Preschool students, families and staff took part in trick or treating activities Thursday evening with the Fremont Downtown Merchants. Fremont Police Chief Paul Moats was also on hand to help the kids cross the streets safely. Over 100 people were part of the group.… read more »
Foucht Officially Joins Board Of Education
Craig Foucht was sworn in Friday afternoon at the WCPS Central Services office as the new District 5 Board of Education representative. Also in attendance were Dr. David Lewis (Superintendent), Cassie Barnes (Notary of the Public), and Don Christopher West (Board Chair).… read more »
November Gardening Tips
November is now upon us which means soon our minds may be more on preparing for the holiday season, but there are still things that can be done in the garden this time of year. Below are gardening tips to help your garden through the winter season. General Gardening Tips It is a good time…… read more »
NCDOT: Animal-Related Vehicle Crashes Decline Across State
The frequency of vehicle crashes involving animals decreased last year across North Carolina, according to figures kept by the N.C. Department of Transportation. The number of such crashes – usually involving deer and often occurring in the twilight hours during the fall – totaled 18,607 last year. That’s an 8.5% decrease from 2019. Officials with…… read more »
WCC Finalist for Bellwether Award
Wayne Community College is a finalist for a national award that recognizes best practices in community colleges. The college’s apprenticeship program has been named a finalist for a Bellwether Award in the Workforce Development category. Its submission was titled “Apprenticeships: An Integrated Academic Cohort Model.” Bellwether Awards are presented annually by the Bellwether College Consortium…… read more »
