On Friday, members of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop on Highway 581 N for a motor vehicle violation. The vehicle was searched and illegal narcotics were reportedly found. 31-year-old Jesse J. Barnett of Goldsboro was arrested and charged with Felony Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. …… read more »
Meet Simmie! This sweet girl is 1-2 years old. She was the Pet of the Week this morning on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits 1150 and 98.3. Simmie is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find she 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 »
As coronavirus numbers continue to rise in the state, Governor Roy Cooper visited a vaccination clinic in Lenoir County on Tuesday. He was asked if he would need to put a statewide mask mandate or capacity limits back in place. Cooper says all options are on the table. The governor continued to urge everyone to…… read more »
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Wayne County is designed to create a corps of leaders dedicated to the betterment of the community through service. Participation is open to persons who are recognized as emerging leaders, as well as those persons demonstrating leadership potential. Class meetings begin in September and continue once each month…… read more »
Kenneth Buchanan of Western North Carolina has joined the University of Mount Olive as Vice President for Business and Finance. In this position, he will be responsible for all financial and fiscal management aspects of the University, including providing leadership and coordination in the administrative, planning, accounting, and budgeting efforts of the University. Buchanan, who…… read more »
Everyone will be required to mask up while at Wayne County Public Schools. Tuesday afternoon, the Wayne County Board of Education reversed course and voted to require all students, staff and visitors to wear a mask while in a WCPS school building. That was after the school board heard from Assistant Superintendent Dr. Marcia Manning,…… read more »
Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies spotted a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed along U.S. 117 on Saturday. The deputies attempted to stop the motorcycle, but the rider refused to stop. After a brief pursuit, the motorcycle was laid down on a dirt street in the southern area of the county. The suspect, 36-year-old Kenneth…… read more »
A familiar face on the Goldsboro City Council will be the city’s new mayor. Monday evening, the council voted 4-1 to appoint David Ham the next Mayor of Goldsboro. Ham is currently the District 5 representative on the Goldsboro City Council. To avoid a potential conflict of interest, Ham was not allowed to vote for…… read more »
The University of Mount Olive campus will soon be abuzz with activity. New students move-in on August 21, returning students will arrive on August 23, and traditional classes are set to begin on August 24. Parents will, once again, be able to accompany and assist students during the move-in process. “We are eager to see…… read more »
The United Way of Wayne County will officially kick-off its 2021 Community Campaign at 11:00 AM during the Volunteer Fair on August 31st at The Maxwell Center. The Community Campaign is vital to the success of positively impacting 17,000 lives right here in Wayne County. Through the Community Campaign, UWWC is able to financially support…… read more »
