RALEIGH, N.C. – North Carolina has set its sights on an ambitious goal: becoming the nation’s leader in public education by 2030. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and State Board of Education (SBE) have jointly launched “Achieving Educational Excellence,” a comprehensive strategic plan that marks the first collaborative initiative between the two…… read more »
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North Carolina Unveils Ambitious Plan to Lead Nation in Public Education by 2030
Time to Register: Rural Healthcare Summit Set to Address Critical Access Challenges in North Carolina
Goldsboro, N.C. – Healthcare professionals, community leaders, and advocates will gather in Goldsboro for the upcoming Rural Healthcare Summit, an event designed to tackle the pressing healthcare access issues facing rural communities across North Carolina. Registration now open! The summit aims to bring together stakeholders from across the healthcare spectrum to discuss challenges, share innovative…… read more »
Wayne Community College Instructor Wins First Place in Statewide Poetry Contest
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College English Instructor Dean Tuck has been awarded first place in a prestigious poetry competition, bringing recognition to both the educator and the institution. Award-Winning Poem Inspired by Classical Art Tuck’s poem “After St. Matthew and the Angel” won first place in an ekphrasis poetry contest sponsored by literary magazine…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Statewide ‘Booze It & Lose It’ Campaign for Labor Day Weekend
WAYNE COUNTY, NC — North Carolina officials announced Monday the launch of the annual Labor Day “Booze It & Lose It” campaign, a comprehensive statewide enforcement initiative designed to combat impaired driving during one of the year’s busiest travel periods. The campaign, which runs through September 7, will feature increased saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints…… read more »
North Carolina DMV to Hire 40 New Examiners in Push to Reduce Wait Times
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. – The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) announced Tuesday it will hire 40 new driver license examiners following legislative approval of funding in a mini-budget signed by Governor Josh Stein earlier this month. The new positions are part of a statewide effort to address long wait times and reduce customer…… read more »
NCDOT Urges Coastal Residents to Avoid Travel as Hurricane Erin Approaches
RALEIGH, N.C. — State transportation officials are strongly advising coastal North Carolina residents to stay off the roads from late Wednesday through the end of the week as Hurricane Erin threatens to bring dangerous travel conditions to the region. Storm Expected to Bring Hazardous Conditions While Hurricane Erin is not forecast to make landfall on…… read more »
Pikeville Police Officers Commended for Seizing Deadly Fentanyl Amount in Traffic Stop
PIKEVILLE, NC – Pikeville Police Department officers are being praised for their exceptional work during a routine traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of enough fentanyl to potentially kill approximately 2,000 people—nearly three times the population of Pikeville. The significant drug recovery highlights the ongoing battle against the deadly synthetic opioid that continues to…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Goose
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson and Sons shines a spotlight on Goose, a sweet 3-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Goose is a gorgeous mix of orange and black with the kind of stunning green eyes that will stop you in your tracks. She’s calm, affectionate, and patiently waiting for the day…… read more »
The Game of the Week: Goldsboro Cougars V.S Eastern Wayne Warriors
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — When the lights illuminate the gridiron this Friday night, more than just another high school football game will unfold. The Goldsboro Cougars will travel across town to face the Eastern Wayne Warriors in the annual Wayne County Classic, marking the continuation of a rivalry that has defined autumn Friday nights in Wayne…… read more »
NCDOT Launches New Intercity Bus Service in Chapel Hill
New Service Begins Operations The North Carolina Department of Transportation has launched a new intercity bus service in Chapel Hill, with operations beginning August 1st at the Eubanks Road Park and Ride Lot. The service, operated by Greyhound under contract with NCDOT, provides four daily departures and arrivals, offering residents and students enhanced transportation options…… read more »
