Wayne County, N.C. – ( May 12) — The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has charged a 19-year-old man in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins reported on the northern end of the county late last month. On April 29th, 2025, deputies received multiple reports from residents who discovered their vehicles had been broken into…… read more »
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Wayne County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Suspect in Northern Wayne Vehicle Break-Ins
Wildlife vs. the Grid: Snake Shuts Down Power in Goldsboro
Goldsboro, N.C. – Thousands of residents in Goldsboro were unexpectedly left in the dark after an unusual intruder slithered into a Duke Energy substation and disrupted electrical service — a snake. According to officials with Duke Energy, the outage, which occurred recently in the early hours of the morning, was the result of a snake…… read more »
National Weather Service Issues Flood Watch for Wayne County Through Tuesday Morning
Wayne County, N.C. – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for Wayne County, effective from 4:30 a.m. Monday and remaining in effect through Tuesday morning. Forecasters are warning residents to prepare for the possibility of flash flooding as a slow-moving weather system brings rounds of heavy rain to eastern North Carolina.…… read more »
Community Leaders Unite for “New Beginnings with Opportunities” Roundtable: A Call to Action in Goldsboro
Goldsboro, N.C. – In a powerful display of unity and commitment to progress, leaders from across Wayne County will gather for the “New Beginnings with Opportunities” Roundtable Tuesday, May 13 evening. The event, held under the banner of “Less Talk, Less Excuses, and More Action,” aims to spark meaningful collaboration and concrete change in the…… read more »
Wayne County’s “Touch A Truck” Event Draws Big Crowds, Big Rigs, and Big Smiles
Goldsboro, N.C. — Engines revved, horns blared, and children’s faces lit up with excitement on Saturday as families from across Wayne County turned out for the annual “Touch A Truck” event, hosted by the Partnership for Children of Wayne County. The event offered a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience that combined family fun with educational opportunities about…… read more »
Congressman Don Davis Announces Mobile Office Hours in 19 Counties Across Eastern North Carolina
Goldsboro, N.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) has announced that his district staff will host Mobile Office Hours in 19 counties across North Carolina’s 1st Congressional District from May 12 to May 16. These sessions aim to assist residents with navigating federal agencies and to provide a platform for constituents to express their concerns on…… read more »
Musgrave Donates to Support Touch-a-Truck Event and Local Families
Goldsboro, NC — In a heartfelt show of community support, Musgrave has donated a check to the Partnership for Children of Wayne County, helping to fund the upcoming Touch-a-Truck event and sustain essential programs for local families. At a recent presentation, Blair Cox, Community Engagement and Development Coordinator for the Partnership for Children, expressed gratitude…… read more »
Musgrave Hosts Orange Sales Day Open House with Community Celebration
Goldsboro, NC — On Friday, local business Musgrave Equipment Company rolled out the orange carpet this week as they hosted a vibrant Open House and Orange Days Sales Event, inviting the community to join in a celebration filled with food, fun, and hometown spirit. The event, themed around Musgrave’s signature orange branding, transformed the location…… read more »
Health Officials Monitor Pertussis Trends as Cases Begin to Decline
Goldsboro, NC — Health departments across the country are closely monitoring elevated cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, following a nationwide spike earlier this year. Although recent data indicates a downward trend in preliminary case reports, health experts continue to urge caution and emphasize the importance of vaccination, especially for the most vulnerable.…… read more »
Harris Sets Conference Record as Mount Olive Women Shine at Final Qualifier
Mount Olive, N.C. (May 9) – Freshman sprinter Futoria Harris made history on Thursday, breaking the Conference Carolinas record in the 100-meter dash to headline a series of standout performances by the University of Mount Olive women’s track & field team at the UMO First Chance and Final Qualifier, held at Ray McDonald Sr. Sports…… read more »
