GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro has announced plans to remove the historic Freedom Tree this week due to serious safety concerns stemming from advanced disease and deterioration. The removal, contracted through a local tree service and pending weather conditions, will involve a temporary lane closure in the surrounding area to ensure public safety.…… read more »
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Freedom Tree Falls, But Its Symbolism Will Stand Forever
Celebrating 46 Years of Creativity: National Art Show Returns to Wayne County
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Entries for the 46th Annual National Juried Art Show, a highly acclaimed event which brings artists from across the country together to celebrate creativity, diversity, and artistic excellence, are now officially open for the Arts Council of Wayne County. Now in its 46th year, the show continues to provide a forum for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work under professionally juried circumstances. Painters, sculptors, photographers, and multimedia artists of all backgrounds are invited to submit…… read more »
Expect Increased Activity During Seymour Johnson AFB Exercise
GOLDSBORO, N.C. -– Seymour Johnson Air Force Base will be conducting a Force Generation Exercise from Monday, June 16 through Wednesday, June 25 as part of ongoing readiness training operations. During this period, residents in the surrounding area may notice heightened activity on and around the base. This may include the presence of emergency vehicles,…… read more »
Emergency Funding Helps McDowell Tech Students Overcome Educational Barriers
RALEIGH, N.C. — Matt Calabria, Director of the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC), visited McDowell Technical Community College today to call attention to the state’s emergency scholarship and grant programs that provided financial assistance to tens of thousands of college students hurt by Hurricane Helene. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s destructive path across western North Carolina, more than 45,000 students who live in affected areas or attend affected schools have…… read more »
Wayne Community College Recognizes Academic Excellence with Spring 2025 President’s and Dean’s Lists
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College is proud to recognize its outstanding students for the Spring 2025 semester, honoring a total of 335 students for their exceptional academic achievements. The college announced the recipients of its distinguished President’s and Dean’s Lists, highlighting the dedication and success of students from across North Carolina and beyond. President’s…… read more »
“Leading by Example”: Asheville Businesses Celebrated for Keeping Workers Safe
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Employers and workers from across the Asheville region were recognized with awards for workplace safety excellence Tuesday evening at the N.C. Department of Labor’s annual Safety Awards Banquet, held at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park. The event, which was co-sponsored by WCI Inc., recognized local businesses that have demonstrated a long-term, unwavering commitment to reducing injuries and establishing a culture of workplace safety. Labor Commissioner Luke Farley delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in protecting North Carolina’s workers. “As…… read more »
NCDHHS Launches PATH NC to Transform Child Welfare Across All 100 Counties
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), in partnership with the Forsyth County Department of Social Services, will officially launch PATH NC — the Partnership and Technology Hub for North Carolina — a transformative new statewide child welfare information system aimed at improving services and outcomes for children and…… read more »
Damaged by Hurricane Helene? Apply Now for Home Repair Assistance
NORTH CAROLINA — A new housing recovery program aimed at helping homeowners repair or rebuild their homes after the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene is now accepting applications. The initiative, called the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program, is designed to support families in western North Carolina still recovering from the storm’s lasting impact. Thousands of…… read more »
Frontline First: Davis Pushes Bill to Boost Seymour Johnson and U.S. Air Power
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — U.S. Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) will hold a press conference on Wednesday, June 18, to announce the introduction of the Frontline Fighter Force First Act, a new piece of legislation aimed at strengthening support for Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and other active-duty military installations across the country. The event will take…… read more »
Drowning in Debt? Relief May Be Closer Than You Think
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Across the United States, millions of individuals and families are grappling with credit card debt that feels overwhelming and unmanageable. As balances grow and interest accrues each month, many consumers find themselves stuck in a cycle of minimum payments with no clear end in sight. This situation has only been worsened…… read more »
