The deadline to submit applications for AgCarolina Farm Credit’s North Carolina State, North Carolina State Ag Institute, North Carolina A&T, University of Mount Olive, At-Large, 4-H, FFA, and community college scholarships is coming soon. College scholarships are one component of AgCarolina Farm Credit’s corporate-giving program. Ag loans, special loan programs, educational seminars, grant funds and…… read more »
The City of Goldsboro will need a new fire chief. After nearly three years leading the Goldsboro Fire Department, Chief Joe Dixon is heading south after accepting the job as chief of Gainesville Fire Rescue in Florida. In his few years in Goldsboro, Chief Dixon strived to become more than just a firefighter for his…… read more »
During the winter season we gardeners are usually not spending much time outside in our gardens. However, it won’t be long before warmer days arrive so use some time in February to prepare for spring! Lawn Do not apply “weed and feed” products. These contain both fertilizer and weed killer, but it is too early…… read more »
Late Friday afternoon, firefighters from Indian Springs and a Wayne County EMS unit were dispatched to a two-vehicle crash on Emmaus Church Road just north of Pineview Cemetery Road. The accident apparently occurred when an SUV pulled out of a driveway in front of the pickup truck. The driver of the pickup had to be…… read more »
In its January meeting, the N.C. Board of Transportation approved state funding for various safety and airfield improvement projects at nine North Carolina airports. More than $279,000 in state funding has been awarded for projects that help the airports increase capacity, attract new jobs and businesses to their communities, and improve the safety for pilots and passengers.…… read more »
Some Wayne County Government employees will get a bonus for their work during the COVID-19 pandemic. County Manager Craig Honeycutt laid out the proposal at the last meeting of the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. Honeycutt emphasized the county appreciated the commitment of all of its employees. However, Honeycutt explained some employees were not offered…… read more »
On October 17th of 2020, a report was filed regarding a juvenile victim alleging that a known suspect had sexually assaulted her. During the Goldsboro Police Department’s investigation, 30-year-old Reginald Teachey, Jr. of Goldsboro was identified as the suspect. A warrant was obtained for Teachey for Indecent Liberties with a Child. Teachey was arrested by…… read more »
In response to the demand for additional medical personnel, Wayne Community College is adding accelerated nurse aide and phlebotomist training this spring. The courses will run March to May and prepare students to take certification exams. The Certified Nursing Assistant course introduces basic skills required to provide personal care for patients, residents, or clients in…… read more »
Charlie B. Young of Selma has been appointed to the University of Mount Olive Board of Trustees. “Charlie Young brings to the Board an impressive business record,” said UMO President Dr. H. Edward Croom. “He has demonstrated keen insight and an entrepreneurial spirit in managing his business interests. With his love of people and the…… read more »
Fans today can enjoy a crisp Mt. Olive Pickle thanks to the forward-thinking business leaders of the North Carolina town of Mount Olive back in 1926. That’s right: America’s favorite pickle company is 95 years old. “We are still here and going strong 95 years later.” In the early 1920s, several large produce markets in…… read more »
