A new event will give the community a chance to show its appreciation for our military and first responders. The inaugural NC Freedom Fest is set for September 18th in Downtown Goldsboro. Doug McGrath gave a presentation on the NC Freedom Fest to the Wayne County Commissioners last week. McGrath says there are plenty of…… read more »
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NC Freedom Fest Less Than 4 Weeks Away
Chairmen Of The Board Rock Center Street (PHOTO GALLERY)
The group Chairmen of the Board took the stage at The HUB in Downtown Goldsboro on Thursday evening for the latest Center Street Jam. Thousands braved the late day warmth to enjoy the show. Some set up chairs to listen to the tunes while others couldn’t help but dance to the music from the band.…… read more »
Community Celebrates At The Ice Storm (PHOTO GALLERY)
A group of residents gathered at The Ice Storm in Downtown Goldsboro Saturday afternoon to watch as the local ice cream parlor was reopened for business. The Ice Storm had won Blue Bunny’s Heart of Fun contest, and it underwent an interior transformation as part of the prize courtesy of Blue Bunny. After the ribbon-cutting…… read more »
The HUB Officially Opens To The Public (PHOTO GALLERY)
There’s a new public space to gather and celebrate in Downtown Goldsboro. Tuesday morning, the ribbon was officially cut on The HUB, the new green space and performing arts stage at the corner of Center and Chestnut streets. The HUB also includes restrooms and a fire pit for guests. While The HUB was actually completed…… read more »
First Center Street Jam Of 2021 Set For Thursday Evening
Live music returns to Downtown Goldsboro this summer. Following last year’s cancellation due to the pandemic, Downtown Goldsboro will again host another round of Center Street Jams starting this Thursday, July 22. Erin Fonseca, Director of the Downtown Goldsboro Development Corporation, appeared on Jeff Farrow’s Morning Show on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits. Fonseca says they open…… read more »
New Downtown Mural Promotes Wayne County Agriculture (PHOTOS)
A new mural in Downtown Goldsboro asks the community to “Support Your Local Farmer.” The new mural was officially unveiled Friday afternoon on the 300 block of N. John Street. The Mural, located on the wall of Accu Copy and Gold City House of Music, was painted by fine art muralist and live wedding painter…… read more »
Walnut Street Closure In Downtown Goldsboro Begins Tuesday
A road closure will affect traffic in Downtown Goldsboro this week. Walnut Street between James and Center Street is scheduled to be closed from Tuesday, May 4, through Thursday, May 6. A crane service will be providing support to upgrade telecommunications equipment at the top of a Walnut Street building leading to the road closure. …… read more »
Downtown Goldsboro Champion Honored At NC Main Street Conference
Downtown Goldsboro Development Corporation Board members, City of Goldsboro staff and representatives and Downtown Goldsboro Merchants Association representatives attended the 2021 North Carolina Main Street Annual Conference & Awards Ceremony, virtually, March 9th – 11th. Downtown Goldsboro Merchants Association Chairperson, Kimber Roche, was recognized by the North Carolina Main Street program as Goldsboro’s 2020 Champion…… read more »
Get Fit Downtown: One Mile Walking Trail Unveiled
Mark the first day of spring with a weekend stroll through Downtown Goldsboro. Downtown Goldsboro has put out a challenge to walk a mile loop through the downtown. The route starts at Goldsboro City Hall and users can follow the map linked up through a QR code. This Saturday, March 20th, the first 20 people…… read more »
Downtown (Safely) Lights Up For The Holidays
Downtown Goldsboro gets into the holiday spirit. The city held its annual Downtown Lights Up celebration Tuesday evening, but the event looked a little different this year. Typically, thousands would have crowded into the Center Street area to watch the downtown light up for the holiday season. However, due to the pandemic, the city took…… read more »
