This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons is the fabulous Suzie Q! Suzie Q is an 11-month-old Domestic Longhair mix with a striking black and orange coat that’s just as unique as her personality. With her fluffy fur and bright eyes, Suzie Q is sure to turn heads and steal…… read more »
RALEIGH, NC – Governor Josh Stein has signed House Bill 559, known as the “Make Elevators Great Again” (MEGA) Act, into law, marking a significant victory for North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley’s public safety agenda. Commissioner Praises Bipartisan Support Labor Commissioner Luke Farley praised the governor’s decision to sign the legislation, calling it a…… read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration has achieved significant improvements in customer service delivery, announcing multiple milestones that demonstrate the agency’s commitment to better serving American citizens amid record transaction volumes. Under the leadership of Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano, who was sworn in as the agency’s 18th Senate-confirmed leader just two months ago, the…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. – A mother of five from Elm City experienced the shock of a lifetime when a $1 digital instant game ticket transformed her family’s future, awarding her a $4.7 million jackpot in what marks the second-largest digital instant prize in North Carolina lottery history. Cesaltina Ribeiro, who recently became a grandmother, immediately reached…… read more »
PIKEVILLE, NC – The Pikeville Police Department arrested multiple individuals on charges ranging from impaired driving to drug possession during a coordinated enforcement campaign over the Independence Day weekend. The department participated in “Operation Firecracker – Booze It & Lose It,” a statewide initiative supported by the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program aimed at…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Department of Social Services is intensifying efforts to educate residents about the wide range of services available to support families and individuals throughout the community. From child welfare programs to energy assistance, the department is working to ensure residents know where to turn for help. Comprehensive Services Available to…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, NC – A new cultural initiative is set to transform the dining and entertainment landscape in Wayne County as The Blue Hour Sessions announces the launch of its Quarterly Supper Club Series, combining acclaimed jazz performances with chef-driven cuisine and craft beer selections. The nonprofit arts organization, founded by Executive Director Eric Xavier Dawson…… read more »
Carolina Athletic Park, Goldsboro — After dropping game 1 of the Area 1 first round playoffs on the road last night 8-3, Post 11 looks to even the best of 5 series at 1 game apiece tonight at home. Charles B Aycock Hurler Braxton Toler will toe the rubber for Wayne County tonight. Wayne and Pitt…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is preparing to release the highly anticipated season two finale of their podcast, “For the Record,” scheduled for Monday, July 14th at 10:00 AM. The episode will serve as both the culmination of an exceptional season and a historic moment for the organization as it…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Goldsboro/Wayne Purple Heart Foundation and the Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition Inc. will host their 13th Annual Purple Heart Luncheon on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the Maxwell Convention Center, located at 3114 Wayne Memorial Drive. The ceremony will honor Purple Heart recipients from the Goldsboro and…… read more »
