The entire family can compete in this year’s Gingerbread House Contest, hosted by the Arts Council and sponsored by RE/MAX Complete, and a $50 prize will be awarded to one competitor in each of the following age groups: Ages 6-10 (adult supervision allowed) Ages 11-17 Ages 18 and up Rules: Entries will be accepted Dec.…… read more »
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Arts Council Accepting Entries For Gingerbread House Contest
Boys & Girls Club Hosts 43rd Annual Pancake Day On Saturday
(GDN) — The local Boys and Girls Club is hosting its 43rd annual Pancake Day this weekend. Starting at 7 AM on Saturday, December 4, those delicious pancakes will be available at the Goldsboro Boys and Girls Club at 1401 Royall Avenue. Eat-in until 11 AM and take-outs will be available until 11:30 AM. Tickets…… read more »
WCSO: Wanted Suspect Found In Possession Of Meth
(GDN) — Deputies with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a suspicious person report on Sunday. The person was located at a convenience store on Highway 111 South. During the encounter with the suspicious person, deputies reportedly observed 24-year-old Tyler C. Corser inside a vehicle. The deputies made contact with Corser and learned…… read more »
NCDOL Presents Award To Daniels And Daniels Construction Co.
The N.C. Department of Labor recognized Daniels and Daniels Construction Co. for its completion of two Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) projects, Coastal Elementary School and Catherine Lake Elementary School in Onslow County. The program recognizes companies for a commitment to the safety and health of their employees. Jiles Manning, industrial hygiene consultant,…… read more »
United Way Surpasses 70% Of Campaign Goal
(GDN) — Nearly three-quarters of the way and counting! The United Way of Wayne County has announced its 2021 Community Campaign is at 73% of its goal. This year, the United Way is trying to raise $850,000 to impact the lives of 17,000 people in Wayne County. The United Way thanks its Major Investors who…… read more »
BREAKING: Fire Engulfs Buildings In Downtown Mount Olive
(GDN) — A handful of buildings in Downtown Mount Olive are ablaze as of the noon hour. The fire broke out and overtook the buildings on the south end of Center Street. Other nearby structures appear to have heavy smoke damage as well. Several fire departments are on the scene battling the blaze. Everyone is…… read more »
Family Dollar Worker Charged With 18 Counts Of Larceny By An Employee
(GDN) — A Seven Springs resident is accused of stealing from her workplace. The multiple thefts from the Five Points Family Dollar were reported to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office on November 23rd. Deputies reported found evidence that showed 36-year-old Shannon L. Jones had stolen money from the store on 18 separate occasions. Jones has…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Yammy Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Yammy! You can probably guess he got his name due to his pretty orange coloring. Yammy is about 1-year-old and very laid back. Yammy 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…… read more »
Governor Warns Vaccination Is Best Defense Against Omicron, Other COVID Variants
(GDN) — The COVID-19 variant known as “omicron” is likely heading for a town near you. At Tuesday’s media briefing, Gov. Roy Cooper says it’s a stark reminder that North Carolina hasn’t defeated the pandemic. Cooper says getting more people vaccinated remains the way out of the pandemic. The governor says 13% of the state’s…… read more »
Wayne County Fire Marshal Issues Burn Ban
The Wayne County Fire Marshal has issued a Burn Ban for Wayne County effective Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. until further notice. This ban prohibits open-burning within any unincorporated area within Wayne County due to dry conditions, high winds, and low humidity values this week. Yesterday, the N.C. Forest Service issued a similar…… read more »
