– 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 »
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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 »
Health Department Moves All COVID-19 Vaccinations And Testing
On Monday, November 1, 2021, the Wayne County Health Department will move all COVID-19 vaccinations and testing to 1322 W. Grantham Street in Goldsboro. This location is the former Food Lion in the Little River Square shopping center. The move will allow the Health Department to continue mass vaccinations & testing as long as needed.…… read more »
YMCA ‘Y’s Men’ Program To Support Kriquette’s Kidz In 2021
For over 20 years, Y’s Men, held in December each year, has been one of the most impactful community outreach programs offered by the Goldsboro Family YMCA. Originally created by Kriquette Davis, former VP of Operations for the YMCA, the program raised over $500,000 in financial support for over 1,200 families in Wayne County not…… read more »
NCDOT Offers Halloween Safety Tips
The N.C. Department of Transportation, through its Watch for Me NC pedestrian and bicycle safety program, is encouraging parents, motorists and trick-or-treaters to be safe this Halloween. More than 2,100 pedestrians are injured or killed in collisions with motor vehicles in North Carolina each year, and over half of those collisions occur in the evening…… read more »
Deeper Life Church Ministries Hosts ‘The Big Weekend’
Themed The Big Weekend, Deeper Life Church Ministries, at 900 Eleventh Street, Goldsboro, will host a power packed, fun-filled weekend beginning Saturday, October 30, with a new school vs. old school basketball game. The basketball game is from 3:00- 5:00 pm at the Goldsboro Family YMCA, 1105 Parkway Drive in Goldsboro. The entry fee is…… read more »
