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 »
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 »
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 »
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, 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Mt. Olive Pickles held an open house on Sept. 21 at the company’s new Goldsboro Production facility. The open house was attended by a group of local elected officials, economic development representatives, and others.… read more »
Wayne Community College has named Emily Byrd as the new executive director of the Foundation of WCC.… read more »
