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, offering over a dozen hands-on projects that support local nonprofits and help drive positive change across the region. This annual initiative…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. — On Thursday, Fifteen North Carolina middle schools have been selected to participate in the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative, a five-year, $25 million program designed to improve educational outcomes through innovative instructional strategies, with a particular focus on mathematics and career readiness. The initiative, funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation, is a collaborative…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. – As the number of individuals reentering communities after incarceration continues to grow, the Wayne County Reentry Council is stepping up to help returning citizens navigate one of the most difficult transitions of their lives. Through a comprehensive network of community partners, the council is providing a second chance — and a fresh…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — United Way of Wayne County has announced the launch of its 2025 Summer Resource Page, a new online hub designed to connect youth and families across Wayne County with a variety of summer programs and services. The resource page was created in response to a Community Conversation held on March 31st, where…… read more »
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 of mass destruction. Two additional suspects were also charged following the incident. Around 1:10 a.m., Pikeville Police officers initiated a traffic…… read more »
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 populations and underscoring growing concerns over severe staffing shortages and pending state budget cuts. Secretary Sangvai began his visit at Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center in Wilson, a facility…… read more »
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 include new principals for several schools and the appointment of two new assistant superintendents. Tabari Wallace Named Principal of Carver Heights Elementary…… read more »
Wayne County, N.C. — The Wayne County Reentry Council, led by Wayne Community College, has been named a 2025 Champion for Attainment by My Future NC, recognizing its impactful work supporting formerly incarcerated individuals through education, employment, and essential resources that facilitate successful community reintegration. Established in 2022, the Wayne County Reentry Council is a…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — As summer begins and schools close their doors, North Carolina is stepping up to ensure children and teens continue to receive the nutrition they need. The NC SUN Meals Program is back, offering free meals and snacks to all youth aged 18 and under across the state through the summer break. Administered…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C — Wayne Community College (WCC) students pursuing careers in criminal justice and forensic science now have a clearer path to a four-year degree, thanks to a new transfer agreement with East Carolina University (ECU). The partnership allows WCC graduates who earn an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in either Criminal Justice Technology or…… read more »
