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Billy J. Strickland II Sworn In as Superior Court Judge in Wayne County

Billy J. Strickland II Sworn In as Superior Court Judge in Wayne County

Goldsboro, NC – Billy J. Strickland II was officially sworn in as a Superior Court Judge at 9:00 AM this morning at the Wayne County Courthouse. The oath of office was administered by his mentor and close friend, Judge John Tyson of the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Judge Strickland’s family, friends, and numerous supporters attended…read more »

Wayne County Food Manufacturer Among Grant Recipients in North Carolina Agricultural Initiative

Wayne County Food Manufacturer Among Grant Recipients in North Carolina Agricultural Initiative

A Wayne County food manufacturer is one of several businesses awarded a grant from the second round of funding through the North Carolina Agricultural Manufacturing and Processing Initiative (NCAMPI), announced by Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. The $6.6 million in grants aim to expand current operations, promoting the use of more North Carolina farm products while…read more »

WCC to Send “Warmth for the West” to Blue Ridge Community College

WCC to Send “Warmth for the West” to Blue Ridge Community College

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College is collecting items for Blue Ridge Community College to continue aiding in relief from the devastation of Hurricane Helene.Through its “Warmth for the West” campaign, WCC is accepting new cold-weather items to be sent to those in Western North Carolina who are still recovering from the aftermath of the…read more »

PET OF THE WEEK: Jellybean Powered By Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Jellybean
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Meet Jellybean – Your New Best Friend! This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features a sweet and lovable dog looking for her “furever” home. Jellybean is a one-year-old female Coonhound, Bluetick Mix, with a sleek black coat that shines like the night sky, adorned with a beautiful streak of…read more »

PET OF THE WEEK: Pursilla Powered By Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Pursilla
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Meet Pursilla – Your New Best Friend! This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features Pursilla.  This Christmas, give the gift of unconditional love. Meet Pursilla, a sweet and gentle 1-year-old domestic shorthaired cat with beautiful white and brown fur and glowing green eyes. She’s been waiting since May at the…read more »

WCDS Captures Third Consecutive FCA Winter Classic

WCDS Captures Third Consecutive FCA Winter Classic

MOUNT OLIVE — Wayne Country Day captured its third consecutive Greater Neuse Fellowship of Christian Athletes Winter Classic championship with a 74-38 victory over Wayne Prep on Monday evening at Kornegay Arena on the campus of the University of Mount Olive. read more »

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