With approximately 37 million motorists projected to take to the roadways this Memorial Day weekend, the State Highway Patrol is preparing to ensure safe travel on our states approximately 80,000 miles of roadway. As the Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, AAA predicts that the number of people who will travel by automobile…… read more »
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State Highway Patrol Encourages Safety During Summer Travel
It’s Electric: WCC Adds Vehicle, Charging Stations
Wayne Community College has added an electric vehicle (EV) to its automotive training program and is installing EV chargers. The new all-electric Nissan LEAF will give students in the WCC Automotive Systems Technology program and first responders who train at the college the opportunity to learn about the latest technology before they encounter it in…… read more »
Wayne County Special Olympics Receives Donation from Sunrise Kiwanis
The Sunrise Kiwanis Club presented the Wayne County Special Olympics with a $500 donation Wednesday, May 24th at their weekly club meeting. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. The Sunrise Kiwanis meet weekly every Wednesday at 7 am at B&G Grill in Downtown Goldsboro. All are…… read more »
UMO Golf Coach Honored with Milestone Award
Conference Carolinas honored its latest Milestone and Legend award winners as part of its annual awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 16 at the Embassy Suites in Concord, North Carolina. The Milestone and Legend awards are presented to deserving coaches and administrators that have made a long-standing impact within Conference Carolinas. Conference Carolinas presented one Legend award at its annual awards ceremony…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Ajax Powered by Jackson & Sons
This week’s spotlight is on Ajax, a Terrier/Pitbull mix that is very sweet and friendly. Ajax is available and waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find hisFUR-EVER Home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services Call: (919) 731-1439 option “0” Email: [email protected] Ajax Breed Terrier/Pitbull Mix Age 7 years Gender Male Size Large Color White Spayed/Neutered Declawed No …… read more »
Wayne County Memorial Day Closings
The following schedule changes will take place next week in observance of Memorial Day: · County of Wayne Government Offices will be closed Monday, May 29, 2023. Offices will re-open Tuesday, May 30, 2023 for normal business hours. · All branches of the Wayne County Public Library will be closed Monday. Library branches will re-open on Tuesday…… read more »
WCC Receives Corvette Engines
Wayne Community College has received new Corvette engines to use as student training aides. General Motors donated the two LT6 engines to the college’s GM Automotive Service Education Program. Students will begin working with them this summer. “This kind of gift allows our students to train on the latest technology. It gives them hands-on experience…… read more »
Conference Carolinas Places 13 on 2023 USILA Division II All-Region South Teams Including a Pair from Mount Olive
The United State Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) announced the 2023 USILA Division II All-Region South Teams on Monday and 13 Conference Carolinas student-athletes made the list. Belmont Abbey, the 2023 Conference Carolinas regular season champions, led four different league programs with six honorees while North Greenville had four student-athletes recognized. Mount Olive had a pair…… read more »
Selma Man Arrested for Soliciting a Child
A Selma man has been arrested for crimes involving a child. On May 13th, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office received a report about a sexual offense involving a juvenile victim. According to the report, the offense occurred in Wayne County and it stemmed from contact on a social media platform. The investigation led authorities to…… read more »
Wayne County Landfill to Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
The Wayne County Landfill will be accepting household hazardous waste on June 3, 2023, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at 460 S Landfill Road in Dudley. This event is open every year to ensure proper disposal and recycling of materials that residents may have in their homes. This event is free to the public,…… read more »
