RALEIGH – The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program is reminding drivers and boaters not to drink and drive this Fourth of July.
That was the message from traffic safety officials and law enforcement officers at Wednesday’s launch in Raleigh of anti-drunk driving campaigns aimed at automobile drivers and boaters.
Officials were at the Falls Lake Upper Barton Creek Boating Access Area in Raleigh for Wednesday morning’s launch of the “Operation Firecracker Booze It & Lose It” and “Operation Dry Water” campaigns.… read more »
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“Operation Firecracker” Reminders Motorists Not to Drink and Drive
Duplin County Crash
Saturday afternoon firefighters from Mount Olive were dispatched to the scene of a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of NC 403 and Summerlin crossroad road at Rones Chapel. The Oak Wolfe fire department was also dispatched to the scene along with a medic truck from Duplin County. Both drivers of the vehicles were checked out…… read more »
UPDATE: 1 Shot At Wayne UNC Healthcare; Lockdown Lifted
The Goldsboro Police Department and Wayne County Sheriff’s Office responded to an active shooting call at Wayne UNC Healthcare in Goldsboro Sunday night at 8:17 pm. The hospital was placed on lockdown, and one female victim was located on the 6th floor with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to her leg. The victim was not a…… read more »
BREAKING: Wayne UNC Hospital On Lock-Down For Alleged Active Shooter
At 8:17 Sunday evening Wayne UNC Hospital went on lockdown for an alleged active shooter situation. According to Wayne County Public Information Officer Joel Gillie, Wayne County Sheriffs and Goldsboro Police are on-scene at this moment. Multiple officers are currently searching the area for the shooting suspect.… read more »
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Final Preparations Underway For Freedom Fest [AUDIO]
It’s a busy weekend throughout Wayne County with many different events scheduled. The biggest event is the North Carolina Freedom Festival Saturday in Downtown Goldsboro. Friday morning DGDC Chairperson Doug McGrath appeared with FM 98.3 WGBR’s Jeff Farrow and he outlines what people can expect when they visit this years event. Listen to the interview…… read more »
North Carolina News – May 13, 2022
Madison Cawthorn tries to survive primary as slip-ups mount RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A series of unforced political and personal errors by GOP congressman Madison Cawthorn has brought the forces of big-name Republicans and traditional enemies to bear on his reelection bid in North Carolina. Some of the transgressions have been headline-grabbing, like one that…… read more »
WCC To Host Workshop On Successful Life After Incarceration
A information session about resources for formerly incarcerated individuals is scheduled for April 28 at 5:30 p.m. in the Walnut Building of Wayne Community College. Topics that will be covered include: overcoming barriers to employment, tuition assistance, support services and life after incarceration. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Wayne County Reentry Council, Mephibosheth Project,…… read more »
Operation Unite Goldsboro Gifts Free Computers To Wayne County Students
(GDN) -Free computers were given to students in Wayne County to have access to virtual learning. On Wednesday, April 13, 2022, Operation Unite Goldsboro distributed desktops at the Dillard Goldsboro Alumni Building. Founder, Mark Colebrook, says the donations are in collaboration with several organizations including Kramden Institute of Durham, Southern Bank of Goldsboro and the…… read more »
Fremont In Full Bloom Saturday
(GDN)–The annual Fremont Daffodil Festival is back for 2022 with fun, games, tons of food and the Keith Stewart Memorial Daffodil Dash. The 5k race will run through the town of Fremont, also known as “The Daffodil Town” and is in honor of Keith Stewart, a long time leader of the Daffodil committee. Funds raised…… read more »
