Wayne County announced Friday that Solid Waste Director Tim Rogers will be retiring effective July 31, 2021. Tim started with Wayne County Solid Waste in 1984 and held numerous positions in the department before becoming director. As the director, Tim oversees the Wayne County Landfill as well as all recycling and convenience centers. “After 37…… read more »
The second application period remains open for North Carolina’s emergency rental assistance program for very low-income renters that are experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19. The N.C. Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program promotes housing stability during the ongoing pandemic by providing rent and utility bill assistance to prevent evictions and utility disconnections.…… read more »
Cucumbers are now in season around Wayne County! Many of us look forward to cool, crisp, fresh cucumbers during the summer season. The peak season for cucumbers is June to October. Although cucumbers can be grown across the state, Eastern North Carolina has a rich history of cucumber production. Wayne County of course has a…… read more »
TZATZIKI Recipe from Extension Agent Michelle Estrada Ingredients 2 large cucumber 2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 cups Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic (minced) 1 tablespoon fresh dill (minced) Preparation Cut the ends off the cucumber. Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Grate remaining cucumber and toss with…… read more »
Former Goldsboro Mayor Chuck Allen has been presented with the N.C. League of Municipalities’ Meritorious Lifetime Membership Award, recognizing his outstanding service to North Carolina’s cities and towns. The award from the organization’s Board of Directors follows his service on the board since 2017. Allen, a business owner and developer professionally, first came to elected…… read more »
Thursday’s weather didn’t put a stop to Mount Olive Fireman Jordan Hansen as he sat in the meeting room and worked on some of the signs that are used on accident scenes. The work at a fire station is never done and there is always something to keep you busy even on a rainy day.… read more »
The coronavirus is still circulating in the community, and officials are pushing for more residents to get vaccinated. During the Operation Unite Goldsboro Community Roundtable held Thursday, Wayne UNC Health Care President and CEO Dr. Jessie Tucker said they’ve seen an uptick in COVID-19 cases, included several young people sick with the virus. Tucker says…… read more »
Despite periods of wind and heavy rain, Tropical Storm Elsa left Wayne County mostly unscathed as she passed over the state Thursday. A Tornado Warning was issued briefly for Wayne County in the 11 AM hour. Preliminary figures from the National Weather Service show about 1 ½ inches of rain fell in Wayne County. Some…… read more »
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is looking for its next batch of community leaders. 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…… read more »
Qudre Joyner of Colerain, NC has been chosen to participate in the AFA Crop Science Institute in Raleigh from July 18-20. Joyner is a senior crop science major at the University of Mount Olive. The AFA Crop Science Institute brings up to 75 talented college students together to take part in a three-day program. Students…… read more »
