Category Archives: State News

Smiles All Around: WCC Dental Hygiene Class of 2025 Celebrated at Pinning Ceremony

Smiles All Around: WCC Dental Hygiene Class of 2025 Celebrated at Pinning Ceremony

Goldsboro, N.C. – In a heartfelt celebration of achievement, Wayne Community College recognized the Dental Hygiene Class of 2025 during a special pinning ceremony, marking the students’ transition from the classroom to professional practice. Held on campus, the event honored the 20 graduates with traditional pins and stoles, symbolizing their hard-earned success and readiness to…read more »

Congressman Don Davis Unveils Flight Education Access Bill, Honors Military-Bound Graduates in Elizabeth City

Congressman Don Davis Unveils Flight Education Access Bill, Honors Military-Bound Graduates in Elizabeth City

Goldsboro, N.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) unveiled new legislation Thursday aimed at expanding opportunities in aviation education, just hours before honoring high school graduates enlisting in the U.S. military during a regional community celebration. During a press conference at his Elizabeth City district office, Rep. Davis introduced H.R. 3530 — the Flight Education Access…read more »

Caps, Pins, and Purpose: WCC Honors Nursing Graduates in Time-Honored Ceremony

Caps, Pins, and Purpose: WCC Honors Nursing Graduates in Time-Honored Ceremony

Goldsboro, N.C. – Wayne Community College (WCC) celebrated the accomplishments of its Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) graduates during a heartfelt pinning ceremony that honored both their academic success and their calling to care. Held on campus, the ceremony marked a rite of passage for 29 nursing graduates, each of whom received a pin, a scroll,…read more »

In Honor and Remembrance: A Grateful Nation Reflects This Memorial Day

In Honor and Remembrance: A Grateful Nation Reflects This Memorial Day

Goldsboro, N.C. — Each year, on the last Monday of May, Americans pause to honor the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to their country. Memorial Day, rooted in solemn remembrance, has evolved into a day that brings families, communities, and the nation together in gratitude…read more »

Black Coating on Your Plants? Sooty Mold May Be the Culprit

Black Coating on Your Plants? Sooty Mold May Be the Culprit

By Jessica Strickland, Agriculture Extension Agent, North Carolina Cooperative Extension Wayne County — (May 24) — If you’ve recently noticed a black, soot-like substance covering the leaves of your garden plants, don’t panic—it’s likely not a disease, but something known as sooty mold. This dark fungal coating can make foliage appear almost charcoal gray and…read more »

Buckle Up, North Carolina: NCDOT Cracks Down on Holiday Travel Risks and Rolls Out Big Plans for Rail Expansion

Buckle Up, North Carolina: NCDOT Cracks Down on Holiday Travel Risks and Rolls Out Big Plans for Rail Expansion

Wayne County — As Memorial Day weekend kicks off one of the busiest travel periods of the year, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is ramping up efforts to ensure public safety and improve transportation services across the state. “Click It or Ticket” Campaign Underway In coordination with the Governor’s Highway Safety Program, NCDOT…read more »

Ordinary People, Extraordinary Impact: NC Celebrates Top Volunteers of 2025

Ordinary People, Extraordinary Impact: NC Celebrates Top Volunteers of 2025

Raleigh, N.C. — In a celebration of service and selflessness, 20 individuals and two organizations from across 21 North Carolina counties were honored with the 2025 Governor’s Medallion Award for Volunteer Service— the state’s highest recognition for community volunteerism. Presented annually by the North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism & Community Service (VolunteerNC), the prestigious award…read more »

Heading Out This Memorial Day Weekend? Here’s How to Travel Safely

Heading Out This Memorial Day Weekend? Here’s How to Travel Safely

Goldsboro, N.C. — As Memorial Day weekend approaches, millions of Americans are expected to hit the road or take to the skies for vacations, family gatherings, and holiday events. But with the unofficial start of summer also comes an increased risk of travel-related accidents—especially on the roads. Experts warn that Memorial Day weekend is among…read more »

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