The United Way of Wayne County kicks off its annual Community Campaign next month. In an interview with Jeff Farrow on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits 1150 and 98.3, United Way Campaign Chair Bethany Perry explained they’re already in the midst of the Frontrunner effort. Perry says they’re visiting 20 of their major investors as well as…… read more »
Wayne, Lenoir and Greene counties are teaming up to promote the N.C. Global TransPark in Kinston as well as the surrounding area. This Tuesday, officials announced the formation of the N.C. Global TransPark Economic Development Region. The idea is to market the region in a team effort to attract new businesses and retain current businesses. The new…… read more »
On Tuesday at approximately 9:40 pm, Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies and EMS were dispatched to the 100 block of Barrier Place in Pikeville in reference to a shooting. The caller advised that a female had been shot at this location. Deputies and EMS personnel arrived on the scene and located a female in the home…… read more »
With 1,434 new cases of coronavirus reported over the last 24 hours in North Carolina, state leaders continue to push to get shots in arms. At a media briefing on Wednesday, Gov. Roy Cooper reported 60% of adult North Carolinians have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Gov. Cooper says the current…… read more »
There’s a new public space to gather and celebrate in Downtown Goldsboro. Tuesday morning, the ribbon was officially cut on The HUB, the new green space and performing arts stage at the corner of Center and Chestnut streets. The HUB also includes restrooms and a fire pit for guests. While The HUB was actually completed…… read more »
There’s an effort to get a Wayne County bridge named after a fallen state trooper. At Tuesday’s meeting, Wayne County Board of Commissioners Chairman Wayne Aycock read the proclamation asking the NCDOT to name the O’Berry Road Bridge over U.S. 117 in honor of Trooper Nolan J. Sanders. Trooper Sanders was on duty in Wayne…… read more »
Meet Thor! This mighty feline is just over 1-year-old. Thor 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 to view all the pets available for adoption through Wayne County Animal Services. The…… read more »
Wayne County Public Library has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to establish a Technology Learning Lab for middle schoolers in the Goldsboro area. The Technology Learning Lab will provide an immersive learning experience for students to gain technology skills and concepts usable in STEM related careers,…… read more »
The North Carolina Wildlife Federation has announced its latest conservation heroes. The NCWF’s 57th Governor’s Conservation Achievement Award winners include agency professionals, elected officials, volunteers and organizations who have demonstrated a commitment to North Carolina’s wildlife, habitat and natural resources. This year’s honorees include: Legislator of the Year, John Bell (Goldsboro) Rep. John Bell is…… read more »
Between January 21st and July 19th, the Goldsboro Police Department took 33 reports for storage unit burglaries at Compass Self Storage. These incidents occurred at both Compass Self Storage locations, on the 200 block of N. Berkeley Boulevard and the 1300 block of Parkway Drive. Upon investigation into the breaking and entering cases by the…… read more »
