Lumpkin, G.A. — Congressman Don Davis continued his efforts to assess the U.S. immigration detention system with a visit to the Stewart ICE Detention Facility in Lumpkin, Georgia on Thursday, April 24. This marks the third ICE facility the North Carolina congressman has toured in 2025, following earlier visits to the Alamance County ICE Detention…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 29th at 9:00 a.m. at Wayne Community College in honor and memory of K9 Lark, a dedicated service dog who served alongside local first responders. The funeral and memorial event will take place at the First Responders Memorial located at 3000 Wayne Memorial…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — Music lovers in Wayne County are in for a treat as Wayne Community College’s Bison Community Concert Band presents its annual spring concert on Thursday, May 8 at 7 p.m. The performance will take place in Moffatt Auditorium inside the Wayne Learning Center—the college’s main building, easily recognized by the flag poles…… read more »
Mount Olive, N.C. — The town of Mount Olive was buzzing with energy on Saturday as locals and visitors packed the streets for the annual Mount Olive Pickle Festival — a long-standing tradition that continues to grow in both size and spirit. With live music echoing through the town and the unmistakable crunch of pickles…… read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially reinstated National Social Security Month, a public awareness campaign aimed at helping Americans access their benefits. After a five-year hiatus, the observance will once again take place every April, with this year’s outreach efforts extended through August 14 to coincide with the 90th anniversary of…… read more »
Raleigh, NC — On Thursday, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley issued a strong rebuke of a recent court ruling in Stein v. Hall, Berger, & Boliek, calling the decision an “abysmal” interpretation of constitutional law that threatens the independence of the state’s elected executive officers. In a statement released Wednesday, Farley criticized the ruling…… read more »
Mount Olive, N.C. — The streets of downtown Mount Olive were buzzing with energy Friday night as the North Carolina Pickle Festival officially kicked off, bringing together locals and visitors for a lively evening of food, music, and family-friendly fun. As vendors arrived throughout the evening to set up their booths, festival goers were already…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The United Way of Wayne County teed off its 26th annual Founder’s Cup Golf Tournament on Friday at Walnut Creek Country Club, bringing together local businesses, sponsors, and community members for a day of networking, fun, and philanthropy. Organized by Savannah Lambert, the Resource Development Director for United Way of Wayne County,…… read more »
Goldsboro, NC — Goldsboro Chapel Free Will Baptist Church invites the community to join in a weekend of celebration, beginning with its Annual Family & Friends Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event promises a day full of fun, food, games, and fellowship for all ages. The celebration…… read more »
Goldsboro, NC — Women from all walks of life are invited to set sail on a journey of empowerment, connection, and giving back, as local travel agent Mallory Dumond launches Cruise with W.I.S.E. (Women Inspiring Success and Empowerment)—a transformational cruise experience in proud partnership with the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce. Aboard Royal Caribbean’s dazzling…… read more »
