Goldsboro, N.C. — Wayne Community College (WCC) held a moving graduation ceremony on Thursday at Neuse Correctional Institution to celebrate incarcerated individuals who have completed educational programs offered through the college. The event marked the achievement of several men who earned High School Equivalency (HSE) diplomas and Human Resources Development (HRD) certificates. In a room…… read more »
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Wayne Community College Honors Graduates at Neuse Correctional Institution
Governor Stein Announces $63 Million in Broadband Projects to Expand High-Speed Internet Across 30 North Carolina Counties
Raleigh, N.C. – Governor Josh Stein announced on Thursday May 1, more than $63 million in broadband infrastructure projects aimed at connecting nearly 19,000 homes and businesses in 30 counties across North Carolina to high-speed internet, marking a major milestone in the state’s effort to close the digital divide. The funds are part of the…… read more »
Paul Tine Appointed as New NCDMV Commissioner, Begins May 6
Raleigh, N.C. — (May 1) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has named Paul Tine as the new Commissioner of the Division of Motor Vehicles, effective May 6, 2025. Governor Josh Stein praised the appointment, citing Tine’s experience as a business owner and former legislator. “Paul knows how to get things done and…… read more »
Wayne Community College Celebrates Graduation of 16th Evening Truck Driver Training Class
Goldsboro, N.C. — Eight students have successfully completed Wayne Community College’s Truck Driver Training evening course, earning their place in one of the nation’s most essential industries. The graduates, who make up the 16th cohort of the program, were awarded Class A Commercial Driver’s Licenses, DOT 380 certificates, and Workforce Continuing Education credentials after passing…… read more »
Congressman Don Davis Supports Defense Funding Package to Protect Seymour Johnson AFB and Boost National Security
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) voted in support of a significant defense funding package during the U.S. House Armed Services Committee’s first-ever budget reconciliation markup, reinforcing his commitment to national security, military personnel, and economic development in eastern North Carolina. “One of my top priorities has been preventing the retirement of the F-15E…… read more »
NC Values Coalition Hosts Press Conference Supporting Bills for Detransitioners and Women’s Safety
Raleigh, N.C. — Wednesday April 30, The NC Values Coalition held a press conference this morning in support of two controversial bills: House Bill 606, which would extend the statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims by individuals who have detransitioned, and the Women’s Safety and Protection Act (Senate Bill 516/House Bill 791), which seeks…… read more »
Wayne County Public Schools to Celebrate Excellence in Education at Annual Awards Ceremony
Goldsboro, N.C. – On Tuesday, May 6, Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) will host its annual Celebration of Excellence & Awards Program to honor outstanding educators and staff for the 2025-2026 school year. The event will be held at 6:00 PM at the Lane Tree Conference Center in Goldsboro. The program will recognize the district’s…… read more »
Case Farms’ Goldsboro Complex Honored with Top Workplace Safety Award
Goldsboro, N.C. – Case Farms’ Goldsboro Complex has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award by the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL), recognizing the facility’s outstanding commitment to workplace safety and its industry-leading safety performance. The NCDOL Gold Award is the highest honor granted by the department and is only awarded to facilities that achieve…… read more »
Mount Olive Women’s Lacrosse Earns No. 8 Spot in Final NCAA South Regional Rankings, Secures NCAA Tournament Berth
INDIANAPOLIS (April 30) — The University of Mount Olive women’s lacrosse team has been ranked eighth in the final NCAA Division II South Regional rankings released Tuesday morning by the NCAA Division II Women’s Lacrosse Committee, solidifying its place in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. With an 11-7 overall record, Mount Olive clinched an automatic bid…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Kahuna
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, spotlights Kahuna, a truly special feline ready to find his forever home! Kahuna is a 1-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix with a soft, white-and-black coat and a heart as big as his purr. Sweet, friendly, and absolutely beautiful, Kahuna charms everyone he meets with his gentle…… read more »
