Smithfield, NC — Tucked away in rural North Carolina lies a treasure trove of American history, grit, and cinematic charm: Wild Bill’s Western Town. Once a bustling replica of an Old West frontier town built from the ground up by actor and cowboy-at-heart William Dallas Drake, the site now faces one of its greatest challenges…… read more »
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Preserving the Legacy of the Old West: Wild Bill’s Western Town in Smithfield, NC, Needs Your Help
Worried About Vaccine Costs? NC Launches Free Map to Find Childhood Immunizations Near You
Raleigh, N.C. — As North Carolina families gear up for summer camps and prepare for the upcoming school year, the state’s Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is taking steps to make it easier for parents to access free childhood vaccines. A new interactive provider map, launched this week, allows families to quickly locate…… read more »
Wayne Community College Honors 2025 Medical Program Graduates in Pinning Ceremony
Goldsboro, N.C. — (May 22) — Wayne Community College (WCC) celebrated the achievements of its 2025 Medical Laboratory Technology and Medical Assisting graduates during a heartfelt pinning ceremony, marking their transition from students to healthcare professionals. The event, a longstanding tradition in healthcare education, recognized the dedication, perseverance, and academic success of the graduates. Each…… read more »
Emergency Prescription Program Winding Down as Hurricane Helene Recovery Continues
Raleigh, N.C. — The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP), a critical lifeline for uninsured residents affected by Hurricane Helene, will officially end on May 31, 2025, state officials announced this week. Launched in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), FEMA, North Carolina Emergency Management, and local pharmacies, the program has…… read more »
Goldsboro Honors Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni & Friends, Inc. with Proclamation Ahead of 70th Homecoming Celebration
Goldsboro, N.C. — On May 19, The City of Goldsboro has officially recognized the enduring legacy and educational contributions of Dillard/Goldsboro Alumni & Friends, Inc. with a formal proclamation, presented just days ahead of the organization’s highly anticipated 70th annual homecoming celebration. The proclamation, issued by the Goldsboro City Council on May 19, 2025, commends…… read more »
Wayne County’s $276M Budget Targets Schools, Safety, and Growth—Property Tax Increase Proposed
Wayne County, N.C. — Tuesday, May 20, Wayne County Manager Chip Crumpler unveiled his recommended $276.3 million budget for Fiscal Year 2025–2026 during Monday’s regular Board of Commissioners meeting, highlighting key investments in education, infrastructure, and public services. The proposed budget includes an ad valorem property tax rate of $0.6209 per $100 of assessed value—above…… read more »
Safety First! Nash County Employers Honored for Top-Tier Workplace Practices
Rocky Mount, N.C. — A strong culture of safety took center stage on Tuesday, May 20, as employers and employees from across Nash County were honored for their outstanding workplace safety records during the North Carolina Department of Labor’s annual Safety Awards Banquet. The event, held at the Benvenue Country Club and co-hosted by the…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Emma
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features a sweet soul who’s ready to steal your heart — Emma! Emma is a 2-year-old white American Pit Bull Terrier mix with a heart as big as her puppy-dog eyes. Full of love and personality, this gentle girl is looking for her FUR-EVER home…… read more »
Inspiring Minds: WCC’s Deniz Tuck Wins Prestigious 2025 Teaching Award
Goldsboro, N.C. – Wayne Community College (WCC) English instructor Deniz Tuck has been named the recipient of the 2025 George E. Wilson Excellence in Teaching Award, the college’s highest honor for instructional excellence. Tuck received the award during the college’s second spring commencement ceremony, where she was presented with a framed certificate and a monetary…… read more »
Cuts Will Cost Lives’: NC Leaders Sound Alarm Over HIV Funding Crisis
RALEIGH, N.C. — (May 21) — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and the NC AIDS Action Network came together today to spotlight the state’s progress in combating HIV—and to raise alarm about how proposed federal funding cuts could reverse decades of hard-won gains. Speaking at a joint event, NCDHHS Secretary…… read more »
