Tag Archives: Downtown Goldsboro

NC Main Street Conference Coming to Goldsboro

NC Main Street Conference Coming to Goldsboro

The North Carolina Main Street Conference is the largest statewide downtown revitalization conference in the country. Attendees include downtown economic development professionals, elected officials and local government staff, rural leaders, volunteers, business and property owners, consultants, vendors, and sponsors who are all interested in trends, initiatives, and success stories they can use to maximize downtown and community revitalization at home. read more »

Downtown Lights Up Postponed

Downtown Lights Up Postponed

Officials with Downtown Goldsboro Development Corporation made the decision Monday morning to postpone Downtown Lights Up scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 21, due to the threat of inclement weather in the forecast. The rescheduled date is set for Tuesday, Nov. 28. Trolley rides, Santa, hot chocolate, magic shows, food trucks, a Christmas market, and so much…read more »

Gallery: Freedom Fest

Gallery: Freedom Fest

Heavy rain showers on Saturday afternoon sent those in attendance at the third annual Freedom Fest in downtown Goldsboro searching for shelter. Freedom Fest celebrates military personnel and first responders. read more »

Historical Marker Dedicated to the 135th USCT

Historical Marker Dedicated to the 135th USCT

The 158th Anniversary of the 135th Colored Troop was recognized in Goldsboro with a special historical marker near the Hub in Goldsboro this morning. Mayor David Ham, Rep. John Bell and several decedents of the troops were at the unveiling. Elizabeth Martin Meggett spoke for the descendants who were in attendance, encouraging the croud to…read more »

Taste of Wayne to Return

Taste of Wayne to Return

United Way of Wayne County announced that Taste of Wayne will return. According to their post, “New year, new venue, same great TASTE! That’s right Wayne County! Taste of Wayne is back!” Taste of Wayne will be held at The Hub, Downtown Goldsboro on October 8th from 11 AM to 2 PM. Tickets will go…read more »

A Successful Close to Jam Season

A Successful Close to Jam Season

The skies were overcast but the rain held off for the final jam of the season. Everything from cold beverages to lobster tacos could be found, and let’s not forgot deep-fried cinnamon rolls. The community including our furry friends came out to enjoy the music. Spare Change a local favorite drew a large crowd with…read more »

City Seeks Opinion on New Public Art

City Seeks Opinion on New Public Art

There is still time to give your reaction to your favorite pieces of art for Downtown Goldsboro. The Public Art Steering Committee is asking you, the public, to provide your responses to the inventory shown below. This is not a voting process but we do wish to hear your reactions to the pieces to help…read more »

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