Fremont Elementary students successfully put their reading skills to the test by winning the Wayne County Public Schools Elementary Battle of the Books competition. The competition took place on Friday, March 25, at the Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni Cultural Center with approximately 80 students from 10 schools competing. The Elementary School Battle of the Books is a…… read more »
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Fremont Elementary Students Take Home Top Reading Prize
Wayne Community College Wins Award For Military Support
Wayne Community College has been named a 2022-2023 Military Friendly School with gold award status. The list honors the colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace military students and to dedicate resources to ensure their success in the classroom and after graduation. WCC earned “Gold” award status in the small…… read more »
Goldsboro Man Arrested On Meth Charges In Wayne County
(GDN) – The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office says 34-year-old Matthew Joseph Schilling of Goldsboro was taken into police custody. They say on March 24, 2022, Deputy Gray responded to a call for service in the southern part of Wayne County for assistance. As a result of an investigation, Schilling was arrested and charged with possession…… read more »
The City Of Goldsboro Wants Feedback From The Community On Economic Improvements
(GDN) – The City of Goldsboro says they will be working with the North Carolina Department of Commerce to develop an economic development plan for the city. They are asking local residents to participate in a survey on how to improve conditions in Goldsboro for the future. The public is invited to visit https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/5gIDu1 to…… read more »
Mount Olive Family Says Grandmother Was Tired In Fatal Accident With 9-Year-Old
A Mount Olive family says they’re still in shock after their grandmother and her 9-year-old adopted son were killed in a car accident on Saturday. Officials say Grisel Hardy’s car crossed the center line on Kelly Springs Road and smashed into a truck. Hardy died at the scene, along with Bryceon, who wasn’t wearing a…… read more »
Goldsboro City Council Pledges Support For Ukraine And The Men And Women Of SJAFB
The City of Goldsboro has accepted a resolution in honor of the people of Ukraine and the men and women assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Officials say Mayor David Ham presented the commitment to commander Col. Kurt Helphenstine and Chief Msgt. Eric West. As a show of support for Ukraine, the water in…… read more »
Kindergarten Registration Opens Next Month For Wayne County Public Schools
(GDN) – If you have a child that is a rising Kindergartener, mark your calendars for the week of April 25-29. There are two options for the 2022-2023 school year: Option 1Submit Completed WCPS Pre-enrollment Packet to the assigned school within your district by email or fax to the completed forms to the attention of…… read more »
Damaging Winds And Heavy Rain Predicted For Wayne County Thursday
(GDN) – The National Weather Service is calling for damaging wind gusts of up to 39 miles per hour for Thursday afternoon in Goldsboro and surrounding areas. They say there is also an 86% chance of rain with a high of 77 degrees. On Thursday night, meteorologists say look for breezy skies in the evening…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Trapper John Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Trapper John! Trapper John is a 2-year-old male already neutered. Trapper John is very friendly and walks very well on a leash. Trapper John is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his FUR-ever home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected] Click here…… read more »
FDA Approves Second Pfizer And Moderna Booster For 50 And Up
(AP) – U.S. regulators are allowing people 50 and older to get another booster dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The Food and Drug Administration’s decision aims to offer extra protection to the most vulnerable in case the virus rebounds. The FDA said Tuesday that age group can seek a fourth dose at…… read more »
