North Carolina transportation officials are pre-treating roads from the Piedmont to the coast and urging people in the path of this next round of winter weather to stay off the roads unless travel is essential. “It is time to stay put and off the roads,” said State Transportation Secretary J. Eric Boyette. “Please do not…… read more »
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NCDOT: Stay Off Roads, Don’t Put Yourself In Harm’s Way
Several Inches Of Snow Still Expected Overnight
(GDN) — Don’t let your guard down yet. The winter storm is still expected to hit Wayne County and Eastern Carolina this evening. The latest forecast from the National Weather Service shows a slight increase in the anticipated accumulation from the winter storm. In Wayne County, a mix of wintry precipitation may begin after 5…… read more »
COVID Cases Continue Climbing In Wayne County
(GDN) – Wayne County’s jump in new coronavirus cases continues. According to Thursday’s figures from the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, 3,218 confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Wayne County over the past two weeks. Last week at this time, 2,799 new case of COVID had been confirmed in Wayne County over…… read more »
Berkeley Mall Closing Early Today
(GDN) — The Berkeley Mall in Goldsboro will be closing at 4 PM today, Friday, January 21. The mall states they have not yet decided on weekend hours. Shoppers are urged to check Berkeley Mall’s Facebook page for their most up-to-date hours.… read more »
Watch For Black Ice On Area Roads This Morning; Snow To Return In The Afternoon
(GDN) — There’s a lull in the snow and ice falling across Eastern North Carolina this morning, but don’t let that fool you. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for Wayne County until 7 AM on Saturday. According to the National Weather Service, additional snow will return this afternoon with accumulations of 2-4 inches…… read more »
Goldsboro City Offices Closed Today
Due to the threat of inclement weather, Goldsboro city offices will be closed today, Friday, January 21. Friday solid waste routes will be serviced Wednesday, Jan. 26.… read more »
KPD: Suspect Arrested For 2015 Murder
(GDN) — Kinston Police make an arrest in a 2015 homicide. The KPD reports, last week, it received information on the May 31st, 2015 murder of Timothy Nobles. Investigators obtained an arrest warrant on 32-year-old Marquez Outlaw of Kinston for his alleged involvement in the homicide. Outlaw was arrested on Friday, January 14 for the…… read more »
Gov. Cooper Urges Preparedness Ahead Of Incoming Winter Storm
(GDN) — North Carolina is preparing for its second winter storm in the past week. During a media briefing on Thursday, Gov. Roy Cooper urged citizens to prepare now. Cooper says this is the time to get your groceries, essential items, and prepare for power outages. The governor has issued a State of Emergency to…… read more »
GWTA Services Unavailable Friday & Saturday
Due to the threat of winter weather, the GWTA office and services will be closed on Friday, January 21 & Saturday January 22, 2022. Black ice and snow accumulation is expected from this event. Goldsboro-Wayne Transportation Authority will resume its normal schedule on Monday.… read more »
Wayne County Government Offices Closed Friday & Saturday
Due to the threat of winter weather tomorrow, Wayne County Government offices will be closed Friday, January 21, 2022 and Saturday, January 22, 2022. This includes all branches of the Wayne County Public Library, Wayne County Landfill and convenience centers, Peggy M. Seegars Senior Center, and the COVID-19 vaccination clinic. All branches of the library…… read more »
