Wayne Preparatory Academy’s motto is “Creating a Legacy of Leadership and Learning” and as a big part of that comes community service. Service is the rent you pay for being on this earth. WPA Executive Director Mr. Twitty puts an emphasis the importance of giving back to our community. So, the WPA Girl’s Varsity Basketball Lady…… read more »
Wayne Community College has graduated nine students from its Truck Driver Training program. The students finished the hands-on program to learn how to drive commercial tractor trailers and trucks. Earning WCC Workforce Continuing Education certificates of completion were: Michael L. Coley, Kurtis M. Cordts, Franklin H. Kohnen and Andrew S. Zamora of Goldsboro Martrel C.…… read more »
With coronavirus cases still spiking across North Carolina, Gov. Roy Cooper is offering some advice for celebrating over the forthcoming holidays. During a media briefing Tuesday, Cooper reminded the safest option is to connect virtually or over-the-phone. If you are gathering in-person, the governor suggests: Keep gatherings small and outdoors Get a COVID-19 test beforehand…… read more »
Friday night, nearly 350 cars came to the Make A Difference Food Pantry Drive Thru Christmas Spirit Event. They were greeted by the Grinch, Scooby, Cindy Lou, Buddy the Elf, The Elf on The Shelf, Rudolph, Olaf, Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, and Ana from Frozen. Treats were provided for the kids. Along with lifting spirits, the MAD…… read more »
It appears District 1 citizens will not have a chance to weigh in on their next representative on the Goldsboro City Council. That’s despite a push from Councilwoman Brandi Matthews at Monday’s meeting. Matthews asked to get the district involved by creating an advisory committee made of of District 1 residents that could take a…… read more »
Around 10:30 PM on Monday, December 14th, the Goldsboro Police Department took a report from a victim that stated they had been robbed at gunpoint in a parking lot on the 1100 block of Olivia Lane. The GPD’s investigation developed a 15-year-old male as a suspect. A juvenile petition was filed against the suspect charging…… read more »
With the holiday season in full swing, the State Highway Patrol will be looking to curb the unexpected increase in fatal collisions experienced in 2020. The anticipated increase in vehicle traffic over the coming weeks will require all across North Carolina to practice safe driving habits on our state’s roadways. Prior to deciding whether or…… read more »
A BBQ Christmas dinner will feed the homeless in Goldsboro this week. Blessed Wings & Soul Food Catering is providing the meal for the homeless on Wednesday, December 23, starting at 11 AM. The meal will be served at Mt. Carmel Freewill Baptist Church, 835 N. John Street. The Feeding the Homeless Christmas Dinner is…… read more »
Every year, United Way of Wayne County focuses on making sure that our most vulnerable communities have access to basic needs, education, health and wellness, and financial stability. In the midst of a pandemic, that commitment has not waivered. Earlier this year, United Way spearheaded a drive to provide teachers and students with much needed…… read more »
An 18-wheeler crashed into a home near the Wayne-Duplin County Line Monday afternoon. The accident occurred off NC 111 South in the Pricetown community. The semi driver was apparently heading south on 111 when the vehicle crossed the centerline in a curve and ran off the roadway, drove through a pine tree grove, and then…… read more »
