Goldsboro, N.C. — A two-vehicle collision Tuesday afternoon resulted in minor vehicle damage and temporary traffic delays near the intersection of Stevens Mill Road and West Ash Street. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. and involved a 2020 Kia and a 2017 Lexus. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, preliminary statements from those involved indicate…… read more »
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Two-Vehicle Crash on Stevens Mill Road Causes Traffic Delays, Prompts Police Investigation
Goldsboro Hosts 28th Annual Hal Plonk Disability Awareness Walk
Goldsboro, N.C. — Downtown Goldsboro was filled with energy, smiles, and community spirit Wednesday as residents gathered for the 28th Annual Hal Plonk Disability Awareness Walk, hosted by the Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities. The annual event celebrates inclusivity and raises awareness about the challenges and achievements of individuals living with disabilities in the…… read more »
One Cited in Two-Vehicle Collision on North Carolina Street
Goldsboro, N.C. — A two-vehicle accident involving a 2014 Ford and a 2009 Chevrolet occurred on North Carolina Street, prompting a traffic citation and temporary disruption in the area. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, the incident took place as Car one was traveling east on West Grantham Street. The driver of Car one reported…… read more »
Goldsboro to Begin Annual Water Line Flushing and Chlorine Conversion Program on May 7
Goldsboro, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro’s Water Treatment Plant will begin its annual free chlorine conversion and water line flushing program on Wednesday, May 7, as part of routine maintenance to ensure the safety and quality of the city’s drinking water. For a period of six weeks, the plant will temporarily stop adding ammonia…… read more »
Wayne County Students Honored at University of Mount Olive Awards Ceremony
Mount Olive, N.C. — A group of outstanding students from Wayne County were recently recognized at the University of Mount Olive’s Annual Awards Ceremony for their academic excellence, leadership, and contributions to both campus life and their chosen fields of study. Among the honorees was Dillon Black of Goldsboro, who was named MBA Student of…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Goldie
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, shines the spotlight on a truly special pup—Goldie, a 6-month-old spayed Terrier-Pit Bull mix with a heart as golden as her name. Goldie has been patiently waiting at the shelter since February, hoping each day will be the one her forever family walks through…… read more »
Affordable Housing Initiative Expands in Wayne and Lenoir Counties
Goldsboro, N.C .— A major affordable housing initiative is underway in Wayne and Lenoir counties, where a local nonprofit organization is currently building 103 homes. The effort is focused on expanding access to quality housing and fostering diverse communities across the region. Most of the construction to date has taken place in Lenoir County, especially…… read more »
Seegars Fence Company Expands into Georgia, Led by Promising New Talent
Goldsboro, N.C.— Seegars Fence Company, a long-standing leader in the fencing industry across the Carolinas, is making a bold leap into new territory with the opening of its first branch in Augusta, Georgia. The move marks the company’s 15th branch location and its first venture beyond the Carolinas. The Georgia expansion officially took root with…… read more »
NC House Passes Parents’ Medical Bill of Rights, Restoring Parental Consent for Minors’ Medical Care
Raleigh, N.C. – In a 68-41 vote on Tuesday, the North Carolina House of Representatives passed House Bill 519, also known as the Parents’ Medical Bill of Rights, which seeks to reestablish the authority of parents in making medical decisions for their children in cases involving sexually transmitted diseases, substance abuse, and mental health issues.…… read more »
Mount Olive’s Jackson Lahey Named AVCA All-American Honorable Mention
Lexington, K.Y. — (May 5) — University of Mount Olive junior setter Jackson Lahey has been named an American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) All-American Honorable Mention, marking just the third time in program history that a player has received this national honor. Lahey, a native of Pembroke Pines, Florida, joins the elite ranks of former Trojan…… read more »
