With more than 37 million motorists projected to take to the roadways this Memorial Day weekend, the State Highway Patrol is encouraging drivers to plan ahead before traveling. Regardless of the intended destination, an increase in motor vehicle travel is expected which may lead to congestion on major interstate, US and NC highways. AAA Travel predicts that…… read more »
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State Highway Patrol Urges Motorists To Plan Ahead For Holiday Travel
Construction Halting On Major N.C. Highways For Holiday Weekend
As the nation continues its recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot more travelers are expected to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend. The AAA is estimating a 60 percent increase in traffic compared to a year ago. With that in mind, the N.C. Department of Transportation will be shutting down major construction that…… read more »
UMO Plans Reunion Event For Ag Alumni
The University of Mount Olive will hold a reunion event for its agricultural alumni and their families on Saturday, June 26 at 3 PM at the Kornegay Student Farm. The event will include food, games, farm tours, and lots of fellowship. There is no cost to attend. “We often use the word ‘family’ to describe…… read more »
Assault Death Leads To Upgraded Charges Of Second Degree Murder
Two men are now charged with Second Degree Murder for a Kinston assault that resulted in a death. On May 2nd, Kinston Police officers responded to a report of persons tampering with motor vehicles on the 100 block of W. Gordon Street. Once at the scene, officers found 57-year-old Jeffery Hill of Kinston suffering from…… read more »
Memorial Day Remembrance Events Return Starting This Friday
Several events honoring our fallen service members return to Wayne County this weekend. Many Memorial Day Weekend activities had to be cancelled last year due to the pandemic. But this year, Bill Graham, CEO of the Wayne County Veterans & Patriots Coalition, says they’re ready to pay the proper respect to the holiday. He says…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Tan Ya Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Tan Ya (Tanya)! She is a 3-year-old hound mix. Tanya is white with tan markings and she is a sweet-natured dog. Tanya is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find her forever home! To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected] Click here to…… read more »
WCPS Recognizes 2020-2021 Retirees Today
After many years of dedicated service to Wayne County Public Schools, 84 retiring employees will be recognized at the district’s 2020-2021 Retirement Ceremony. This year, the ceremony will be held virtually at 4 PM today, Thursday, May 27, on the WCPS LIVE channel accessible via www.waynecountyschools.org, and on Channel 18 on Spectrum Cable. District administrators…… read more »
United Way Challenges You To 21 Days Of Action
Every June, United Ways around the world encourage community members to take action towards building a stronger community. Traditionally the event features multiple volunteer projects and project sites for volunteers to engage. For the 2nd year, restrictions caused by the pandemic have led United Way of Wayne County (UWWC) to restructure the event. Last year,…… read more »
Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni To Celebrate Virtual Homecoming
Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni & Friends, Inc. will celebrate its’ 66th annual Homecoming virtually over the weekend of May 27th (Thursday through Sunday) May 30th with classes ending with “1” and “6” receiving special honor. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, the celebration for 2020 had to be cancelled. However, DGAF, Inc. were still able to award deserving students with…… read more »
Victims In Fatal Crash Identified, Further Charges Pending
The State Highway Patrol has identified the victims involved in this week’s fatal crash on Highway 70 in Goldsboro. Officers with the Goldsboro Police Department were attempting to pull over 39-year-old Christopher K. Blair of La Grange when his pickup slammed into another vehicle and pushed it into an 18-wheeler tractor near the intersection of…… read more »
