The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a national test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) on Oct. 4.… read more »
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Nationwide Wireless Emergency Alert Test Set for Oct. 4
Drainage to be Upgraded on Big Daddy’s Road
PIKEVILLE – The N.C. Department of Transportation is upgrading the drainage on Big Daddy’s Road east of Pikeville.… read more »
74th Annual Wayne County Fair Opens Thursday
The focus of Wayne County and the surrounding areas will shift to the Wayne County Fairgrounds for the next 10 days, as the 74th Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair opens on Thursday.
The theme for the 2023 fair, which goes through Oct. 7, is “The Best 10 Days of Fall.”… read more »
Shots Fired on Elm Street Leads to Attempted Murder Charges
On Sept. 22 at approximately 7:14 p.m., officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to an alert of gunfire from the ShotSpotter gunfire detection system. The alert was for multiple gunshots in the area of 518 E. Elm St.… read more »
WCC’s Educator Preparation Program Starts in Spring 2024
Starting in the spring of 2024, Wayne Community College will offer an elementary education residency program that will support teachers beginning their residency license journey.… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Ember Powered by Jackson & Sons
Meet Ember! She is a loveable 3-year-old domestic shorthaired cat looking for her FUR-EVER home. She is a sweet and cuddly cat with a laid-back demeanor. Come visit Ember and all the animals available for adoption at the Wayne County Animal Shelter and make her a part of your FUR-EVER family. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services Call: (919)…… read more »
NC Child Presents County Data on Issues Affecting Children in Wayne County
NC Child, a statewide child advocacy organization, was in Goldsboro on Sept. 25, presenting county-level data on issues affecting children at the Wayne State of Kids Luncheon which NC Child hosted in partnership with WAGES Community Action of Wayne County.… read more »
Sunrise Kiwanis Makes Donation to Local Robotics Team
The Sunrise Kiwanis club presented FRC Team 3737 – Roto Raptors, $-H Robotics with a $500 donation on, Sept. 20, at their weekly club meeting to support the first robotics competition and 4-H high school team/ club based in Wayne County.… read more »
Rain Doesn’t Dampen Cures for the Colors
Despite challenging weather conditions, Southeastern Cancer Care, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing basic living essentials to individuals fighting cancer, successfully hosted its annual Cures for the Colors Color Run, rallying the community for a day of resilience and support.… read more »
Local Lawmakers Secure Over $60 Million in State Budget for Wayne County
RALEIGH – Last week, the N.C. General Assembly gave final approval to the 2023 budget, which the Governor has indicated he will let become law without his signature. The budget appropriates $30 billion to fund new projects across the state, including significant investments in water and sewer improvements, education, mental health, school safety, teacher and state employee raises, and economic development.… read more »
