GOLDBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro Mayor Charles Gaylor recently introduced April Johnson as the city’s new Director of Development Services on WGBR, highlighting her local roots and professional expertise as key assets for the community’s future development. “April Johnson is a hometown girl who went away for a while, worked on other commitments, finished up school…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Department of Transportation crews are working around the clock to assess and repair damage from Tropical Storm Chantal, which brought heavy rainfall and powerful winds to the central region of the state this week. The storm caused significant disruption to the transportation network, with more than 100 roads forced to…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Paramount Theatre will showcase two of North Carolina’s most promising emerging bands when Third Thursday returns on July 17, featuring Raleigh dream-pop trio Slow Teeth and Chapel Hill indie rockers Tacoma Park. The monthly concert series, curated by the Paramount’s Chip Cannon, has established itself as a premier platform for discovering…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 34-year-old man was shot Thursday afternoon in Goldsboro and remains hospitalized in stable condition following the incident. Incident Details Goldsboro Police Department officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert near Day Circle at approximately 12:41 p.m. on July 10, 2025. Upon arrival, officers discovered Jarvis Godwin, 34, suffering from a gunshot wound.…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. – North Carolina has been named America’s Top State for Business in 2025 by CNBC, marking the third time in four years the state has claimed the prestigious ranking. The announcement highlights North Carolina’s strong performance across key business metrics, including workforce development, economic growth, and regulatory environment. Labor Department Credited as Economic…… read more »
Carolina Athletic Park, Goldsboro——- Coach Adam Pate knew down 2 games to 1 with a banged up pitching rotation, he had to give the ball to closer Ayden West. And West was as good as advertised, striking out 14 of 19 batters faced through 6, allowing just 1 hit and walking none. West had the…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A comedy tour that has been selling out venues across the country is making a stop in Goldsboro at the Paramount Theatre, promising an evening of unfiltered humor about the realities of modern motherhood and adult life. “Moms Unhinged,” an 18-and-over standup comedy show, will feature three female comedians tackling topics ranging…… read more »
NORTH CAROLINA — North Carolina has secured the top ranking in CNBC’s annual “Top State for Business” study, marking the third time the state has claimed the prestigious title in the past four years. The recognition underscores the state’s continued strength as a premier destination for business investment and economic development. Governor Stein Celebrates Achievement…… read more »
BEAUFORT, N.C. — Carteret Health Care is moving forward with plans to establish a new ambulatory surgical facility in Cedar Point, submitting a certificate of need application to state regulators for the $17.5 million project. The proposed Carteret Health Care Surgery Center at Cedar Point would involve relocating one operating room from Carteret County General…… read more »
PIKEVILLE, N.C. — A routine traffic violation on Independence Day resulted in the arrest of a driver with outstanding felony warrants and multiple violations. Details of the Arrest On July 4th at approximately 5:30 p.m., officers with the Pikeville Police Department initiated a traffic stop on a brown Chevrolet Tahoe for a lane violation. The…… read more »
