Investigators with the Criminal Investigations Division have received positive confirmation from the State Crime Laboratory that the human remains found on May 24 on the 300 block of Bright Street belong to 38-year-old Heather Diane Stewart of Goldsboro. Two suspects have already been arrested in this case. 29-year-old Willie Lee Langston, Jr. of La Grange was arrested on May…… read more »
It is the start of blueberry season with fresh, tasty berries starting to be available in Eastern North Carolina. For more than 70 years, North Carolina blueberries have been a favorite in the American diet. Blueberries were first planted for commercial production in North Carolina in 1936. They were brought to North Carolina by an…… read more »
NO CRUST BLUEBERRY PIE Recipe from Extension Agent Michelle Estrada Ingredients 2 cups plus 1/4 cup fresh blueberries, divided 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract…… read more »
On Wednesday, the Goldsboro Mayor’s Youth Council held its final meeting of the 2020-2021 Youth Council year. The meeting also included an awards ceremony. Members were recognized for their service to the Youth Council, and nine graduating seniors were also recognized. GYC graduates will be attending Campbell University, NC State, UNC Chapel Hill, ECU, Liberty University, Montclair…… read more »
On Tuesday afternoon, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call reporting an assault involving a motor vehicle. The deputies responded to the 100 block of Cadel Lane where they found 54-year-old James E. Wiggins of Goldsboro suffering from serious injuries. The victim had reportedly been riding a bicycle in the area when he…… read more »
The past few days have left Wayne County saturated with rain. According to figures released by the National Weather Service, Wayne County saw close to seven inches of rainfall over a 48 hour period that ended at 8 AM Friday. The highest readings of 6 ¾ inches came from the Goldsboro area. … read more »
Another arrest has been made in the case of the deceased person found on Bright Street last week. The Goldsboro Police Department says it obtained a warrant for the charge of Murder on 31-year-old Tamarcus Shaquan Ellis of Goldsboro on Thursday. Ellis, also known as “Mark-B,” had left the area but was apprehended in Baltimore…… read more »
Due to the heavy rains experienced this week, the graduation fields and the non-paved parking areas at Eastern Wayne High and Spring Creek High are saturated with water and are unable to accommodate vehicle and foot traffic. The Eastern Wayne High graduation has been postponed to Monday, June 7, at 6 PM. The Spring Creek…… read more »
After a wet and wild Thursday, today’s weather is looking like a slight improvement. The National Weather Service says rain and storms are possible throughout the day with additional rainfall of up to a quarter of an inch, even more in a heavier thunderstorm. However, no watches or warnings are in effect at this time…… read more »
Wayne County’s unemployment rate continues its slow and steady improvement. According to figures released this week by the N.C. Department of Commerce, Wayne County seasonally unadjusted jobless rate decreased to 4.6% in April, down from the 4.8% rate recorded in March. The county has now halved its unemployment rate from one year ago. In April…… read more »
