Category Archives: State News
Goldsboro Drug Bust Leads to Charges Against Local Methamphetamine Supplier
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Members of the Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task Force have announced the culmination of a recent drug investigation involving local resident Ashley Renee Etheridge, 39, who is now fa...
Jun 13, 2025
State Seeks Community Input on North Carolina’s Next Suicide Prevention Strategy
RALEIGH, N.C. - The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is calling for public feedback on its upcoming Suicide Prevention Action Plan (2026-2030). This initiative is part o...
Jun 12, 2025
Wind Advisory: Eastern NC Sees Gusts Up to 25 MPH
Eastern, N.C. - North Carolinians should prepare for noticeably breezy conditions on Tuesday as a weather system moves through the region, bringing elevated wind speeds across much of the state.Foreca...
Jun 10, 2025
Breaking Barriers: North Carolina Officials Outline Vision for Disability and Mental Health Services
Raleigh, N.C. - The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) will headline two key sessions at the upcoming i2i Center for Integrative Health Spring 2025 Conference, with a focu...
Jun 10, 2025
Western NC Recovery Efforts Spotlighted Amid Push to Expand Mental Health Support
Raleigh N.C. — North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai will travel to Hendersonville on Thursday to highlight ongoing mental health and recovery services...
Jun 09, 2025
Let’s Do This, Wayne County! Biggest Day of Action Kicks Off June 20
Goldsboro, NC - The countdown is on for Wayne County's most ambitious Day of Action to date. On Friday, June 20, 2025, United Way of Wayne County will host its largest community-wide volunteer event, ...
Jun 07, 2025
Travel Smarter This Summer: NCDOT Highlights Ferry Schedules, Road Conditions, and Rail Discounts
Raleigh, N.C. - With the summer season in full swing, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is urging travelers to stay informed and prepared as several key developments impact trans...
Jun 07, 2025
WCPS Names New Principals and Assistant Superintendents Ahead of New School Year
Goldsboro, N.C. - At its regular monthly meeting on June 2, the Wayne County Board of Education approved a series of significant leadership changes that will take effect July 1, 2025. The changes incl...
Jun 05, 2025
Staffing Shortages Jeopardize Care at State-Run Health Centers, NC Officials Say
Raleigh, N.C. - North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai visited two state-operated healthcare facilities on Wednesday, highlighting the vital services they provide to vulnerable...
Jun 05, 2025
Late-Night Traffic Stop Uncovers Murder Suspect, Weapons of Mass Destruction
Pikeville, N.C. - A routine traffic stop in the early morning hours of June 4 led Pikeville Police to arrest a man wanted for attempted murder and uncover multiple illegal firearms, including a weapon...
Jun 05, 2025