GOLDSBORO, N.C. — United Way of Wayne County has joined forces with the Goldsboro Elks Lodge to provide essential support for local veterans. Through this new partnership, the organizations will distribute Welcome Home Kits as part of United Way’s Recovery Voucher Program, helping veterans transition into stable housing. Kits Provide Essential Household Items The Welcome…… read more »
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A Fresh Start: United Way and Elks Lodge Help Veterans Feel at Home
Morrisville Mayor Pro Tem Joins Statewide IT Leadership Board
MORRISVILLE, NC — Governor Josh Stein has appointed Satish S. Garimella, Mayor Pro Tem of Morrisville, to the North Carolina Information Technology Strategy Board, a key advisory group guiding the state’s long-term technology initiatives. The appointment highlights Garimella’s exceptional background in business systems technology and his ongoing commitment to public service and innovation across North…… read more »
Staying Cool Together: How Goldsboro Residents Can Beat the Extreme Temperatures
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — With temperatures in Goldsboro soaring well above seasonal norms this week, local officials are urging residents to take precautions to stay cool, hydrated, and safe. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat can lead to serious health risks, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially for vulnerable populations such as young children, older adults,…… read more »
North Carolina’s Entrepreneurial Boom Continues: Secretary of State Elaine Marshall Visits Wayne County to Support Local Small Businesses
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College hosted North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine Marshall on campus Friday for a dynamic roundtable discussion with local small business owners, elected officials, and economic development professionals. The event underscored the remarkable surge in entrepreneurship across the state, as well as the ongoing efforts to support small businesses, especially…… read more »
BuildOps to Create 291 High-Paying Jobs with New Operations Hub in Raleigh
RALEIGH, N.C. — Governor Josh Stein announced today that BuildOps, Inc., a veteran-owned software company serving commercial trade contractors, will create 291 new jobs in Wake County as part of its plans to establish a new operations hub in Raleigh. The company will invest $771,200 in the project, significantly expanding its presence in the U.S.…… read more »
Urgent Search Underway for Goldsboro Woman and Her Two Children
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department’s Investigative Services Bureau is appealing to the community for assistance in finding 30-year-old Jasmine Nicole Wilson and her two young children, who have been missing since early June. Last Known WhereaboutsWilson was last seen at approximately 9 a.m. on June 10 at the Irish Inn in Goldsboro. She…… read more »
Record-Setting Season: Lahey and Colombo Top NCAA Volleyball Stats
INDIANAPOLIS (June 24) –-The University of Mount Olive men’s volleyball team produced two NCAA Division I statistical champions for the 2025 season. Junior Jackson Lahey led the nation in assists per set with 10.85, while freshman Luca Colombo topped the country in digs per set with 2.96. Both players will be honored with plaques from…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Pipsy
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Say hello to Pipsy—this week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons! Pipsy is a beautiful two-year-old domestic shorthair mix with a stunning coat of black, grey, white, tan, and brown. Her unique coloring makes her a true work of art—and she has the sweet personality to match! Pipsy is calm, affectionate,…… read more »
North Carolina Confirms First Measles Case of 2025
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has confirmed the state’s first case of measles in 2025, involving a child who had recently traveled to Forsyth and Guilford counties after returning from a country experiencing a measles outbreak. The infected child, whose identity is being withheld to protect the…… read more »
Wayne County Post Walks Off Against Pitt County 39 In See Saw Battle
Carolina Athletic Park—-Goldsboro — Wayne County(15-2) was able to avenge one of their only losses on the year using 8 hits including several key bunts to outlast Post 39, 11-10 last night at Carolina Athletic Park. Post 11 took advantage of 3 walks in the 1st as a Carter Adams sac fly would make it…… read more »
