Goldsboro, N.C. — May 16, 2025, the Wayne County Board of Education has announced that four of its committees will hold meetings on Tuesday, May 21, at the Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) Central Services Boardroom, located at 2001 E. Royall Avenue, Goldsboro. The scheduled meetings will take place as follows: Each committee will meet…… read more »
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WCPS Committees Tackle Budget, Policy, and Curriculum in May 21 Sessions
Thousands Fed, Hearts Full: Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Brings in 12,920 Pounds for Wayne County
Goldsboro, N.C. — In a powerful display of community generosity, the 33rd annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive collected 12,920 pounds of nonperishable food across Wayne County on Saturday, May 10, 2025—a strong effort, even if it fell slightly short of the 15,000-pound goal. Organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), the drive…… read more »
New NC Program Pays Off Student Loans for Doctors Serving Rural Communities
Raleigh, N.C. — In an effort to improve access to healthcare across North Carolina’s rural regions, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has unveiled a new opportunity for educational loan repayment through the North Carolina Primary Care Physician Incentive program. The initiative offers financial relief to primary care physicians working in…… read more »
Is Your Child’s Car Seat Safe? 3 Out of 4 Aren’t—Wayne County Agency Offers Free Safety Checks This May
Goldsboro, N.C. — As families buckle up for summer travel, the Partnership for Children of Wayne County is issuing an urgent reminder during Child Passenger Safety Month: three out of four car seats are installed incorrectly, according to national safety statistics. In response, the organization is offering free, expert car seat safety checks throughout May…… read more »
United Way of Wayne County Declares Bold Goal: Lift 12,000 Residents Out of Poverty by 2035
Goldsboro, N.C. — In a powerful gathering of minds and missions, the United Way of Wayne County hosted its Issue Focus Summit on Wednesday, uniting nonprofit organizations and community leaders to take on one of the area’s most pressing challenges: poverty and financial instability. The event marked a pivotal shift for the organization, moving from…… read more »
Lock It or Lose It: Police Report Spike in Car Break-Ins Across Goldsboro
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office are issuing a strong reminder to residents: Lock your car doors. This message comes in response to a recent spike in vehicle break-ins reported over the last two weeks. According to authorities, at least 95% of these incidents involved vehicles that were…… read more »
Goldsboro Fire Department Among State’s Best After Earning Near-Top Safety Rating
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Goldsboro Fire Department has achieved an impressive Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of 2, following a recent inspection by the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor announced today. The evaluation is part of the North Carolina Response Rating System (NCRRS), a statewide program designed to assess…… read more »
Operations Unite Goldsboro — Discussing Youth Programs, Career Paths, and Mental Health Advocacy
Goldsboro Police Strengthens Community Ties Through Youth Outreach, Mental Health Advocacy, and Career Pathways Goldsboro, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department is taking a proactive approach to community engagement and youth development through a series of collaborative programs, outreach initiatives, and workforce development strategies discussed in a recent roundtable meeting of Operation Unit Goldsboro. From…… read more »
Goldsboro Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Inducts Seven Young Men Into Life-Changing Kappa League Mentorship Program
Goldsboro, N.C. — In a powerful display of mentorship, leadership, and community investment, the Goldsboro (NC) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated inducted seven young men into its distinguished Kappa League program on Saturday, May 10. The induction ceremony marked a significant milestone not only for the young inductees but also for the…… read more »
Over 1 Million N.C. Children Receive $121M in Summer Food Benefits Through SUN Bucks Program
Raleigh, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced that more than one million children across the state have received SUN Bucks benefits in the first round of disbursements for summer 2025, totaling $121 million in food assistance to eligible families. SUN Bucks is part of the NC SUN…… read more »
