Raleigh, N.C. (June 5, 2025) — North Carolina Commissioner of Labor Luke Farley will spotlight exceptional workplace safety achievements during the Department of Labor’s annual Safety Awards Banquet on Friday, June 6. The event will take place at 12 p.m. at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley. The ceremony will honor Raleigh-area employers and employees who…… read more »
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Raleigh Businesses Recognized for Building a Culture of Workplace Safety
Missing Teen Located; Man Faces Statutory Sexual Offense Charge
Wayne County — (June 5) — Following an investigation conducted by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, a local man has been arrested and formally charged in connection with a statutory sexual offense involving a juvenile. The suspect, identified as Henry Adriano Roblero Sanchez, 19, was taken into custody on May 28, 2025. According to the…… read more »
Staffing Shortages Jeopardize Care at State-Run Health Centers, NC Officials Say
Raleigh, N.C. — North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai visited two state-operated healthcare facilities on Wednesday, highlighting the vital services they provide to vulnerable populations and underscoring growing concerns over severe staffing shortages and pending state budget cuts. Secretary Sangvai began his visit at Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center in Wilson, a facility…… read more »
Building Second Chances: Wayne County Reentry Program Named 2025 Champion for Attainment
Wayne County, N.C. — The Wayne County Reentry Council, led by Wayne Community College, has been named a 2025 Champion for Attainment by My Future NC, recognizing its impactful work supporting formerly incarcerated individuals through education, employment, and essential resources that facilitate successful community reintegration. Established in 2022, the Wayne County Reentry Council is a…… read more »
Eat, Play, Learn: Free Summer Meals and Enrichment for NC Kids
Goldsboro, N.C. — As summer begins and schools close their doors, North Carolina is stepping up to ensure children and teens continue to receive the nutrition they need. The NC SUN Meals Program is back, offering free meals and snacks to all youth aged 18 and under across the state through the summer break. Administered…… read more »
A New Engine for a Safer Tomorrow: Goldsboro FD Hosts Push-In Ceremony
Goldsboro, N.C. –-The Goldsboro Fire Department is gearing up to unveil its newest piece of life-saving equipment: Engine 5, a nearly $874,000 fire truck that will officially be welcomed into service during a traditional “push-in” ceremony on June 11 at Station 5, located at 3521 Central Heights Road. This symbolic event, which dates back to…… read more »
WCPS Names New Principals and Assistant Superintendents Ahead of New School Year
Goldsboro, N.C. — At its regular monthly meeting on June 2, the Wayne County Board of Education approved a series of significant leadership changes that will take effect July 1, 2025. The changes include new principals for several schools and the appointment of two new assistant superintendents. Tabari Wallace Named Principal of Carver Heights Elementary…… read more »
Late-Night Traffic Stop Uncovers Murder Suspect, Weapons of Mass Destruction
Pikeville, N.C. — A routine traffic stop in the early morning hours of June 4 led Pikeville Police to arrest a man wanted for attempted murder and uncover multiple illegal firearms, including a weapon of mass destruction. Two additional suspects were also charged following the incident. Around 1:10 a.m., Pikeville Police officers initiated a traffic…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Jax
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, shines a spotlight on Jax, a one-year-old German Shepherd mix with a heart of gold and a striking red coat that turns heads. Jax has been patiently waiting at the shelter since March, and now he’s ready to find his FUR-EVER home! Jax is a…… read more »
70 Years Strong: Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni & Friends Inc. Transforms Community Through Legacy and Leadership
Goldsboro, NC — Over Memorial Day Weekend, Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni & Friends Incorporated (DGAF Inc.) commemorated its 70th anniversary with a powerful and heartfelt celebration that brought together generations of alumni, families, and community partners. From scholarship awards and parades to community service and cultural preservation, the milestone event reflected both the organization’s enduring legacy and…… read more »
