GOLDSBORO, N.C. – At Wayne Preparatory Academy, a football field once only imagined on paper is becoming a reality—and with it, a new chapter is being written in the school’s athletic history. This fall, the public charter school will launch its first-ever football program—an eight-man team built from the ground up through student enthusiasm, local…… read more »
Carolina Athletic Park, Goldsboro —- In a rivalry that typically decides the Area 1 East Champion, Round 1 went to the home team. Wayne County(11-2) would waste no time in the first when Wyatt Lassiter would greet Garner starter Carrick Ryan with a one out first pitch single between third and short. Carter Adams would…… read more »
This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons is the beautiful and unique Bettie! Bettie is a 9-month-old Dutch Shepherd mix with a stunning white coat accented by brown patches—and she’s got the eyes to match! One of Bettie’s eyes is a warm brown, while the other is a striking blue,…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College is proud to recognize its outstanding students for the Spring 2025 semester, honoring a total of 335 students for their exceptional academic achievements. The college announced the recipients of its distinguished President’s and Dean’s Lists, highlighting the dedication and success of students from across North Carolina and beyond. President’s…… read more »
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. — he Golden LEAF Foundation has announced the names of 215 rural North Carolina students selected to receive the Golden LEAF Scholarship, 10 of whom are outstanding Wayne County students. Each scholarship is worth as much as $14,000 for undergraduate work. The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program provides high school seniors attending four-year…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro has announced plans to remove the historic Freedom Tree this week due to serious safety concerns stemming from advanced disease and deterioration. The removal, contracted through a local tree service and pending weather conditions, will involve a temporary lane closure in the surrounding area to ensure public safety.…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — Matt Calabria, Director of the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC), visited McDowell Technical Community College today to call attention to the state’s emergency scholarship and grant programs that provided financial assistance to tens of thousands of college students hurt by Hurricane Helene. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s destructive path across western North Carolina, more than 45,000 students who live in affected areas or attend affected schools have…… read more »
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Employers and workers from across the Asheville region were recognized with awards for workplace safety excellence Tuesday evening at the N.C. Department of Labor’s annual Safety Awards Banquet, held at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park. The event, which was co-sponsored by WCI Inc., recognized local businesses that have demonstrated a long-term, unwavering commitment to reducing injuries and establishing a culture of workplace safety. Labor Commissioner Luke Farley delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in protecting North Carolina’s workers. “As…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. -– Seymour Johnson Air Force Base will be conducting a Force Generation Exercise from Monday, June 16 through Wednesday, June 25 as part of ongoing readiness training operations. During this period, residents in the surrounding area may notice heightened activity on and around the base. This may include the presence of emergency vehicles,…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Entries for the 46th Annual National Juried Art Show, a highly acclaimed event which brings artists from across the country together to celebrate creativity, diversity, and artistic excellence, are now officially open for the Arts Council of Wayne County. Now in its 46th year, the show continues to provide a forum for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work under professionally juried circumstances. Painters, sculptors, photographers, and multimedia artists of all backgrounds are invited to submit…… read more »
