Tag Archives: Goldsboro

NC AgVentures Announces Grant Opportunity for Family Farms Across North Carolina

NC AgVentures Announces Grant Opportunity for Family Farms Across North Carolina

Program to Award Minimum of 50 Grants to Support Agricultural Innovation WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – NC AgVentures, an NC State Extension program, has announced a new grant opportunity designed to support family farms throughout North Carolina. The competitive grant program offers funding for agricultural projects aimed at increasing farm profitability through diversification, improvement, or expansion…read more »

Rocky Mount Dominates C.B. Aycock in Big East Conference Showdown

Rocky Mount Dominates C.B. Aycock in Big East Conference Showdown

Gryphons Soar Past Golden Falcons 56-14 in Convincing Road Victory PIKEVILLE, N.C. — The Rocky Mount Gryphons delivered a dominant performance Friday night, crushing the C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons 56-14 in a Big East 5A/6A Conference clash that showcased the visiting team’s offensive firepower and defensive prowess. Perfect fall football weather provided the backdrop as…read more »

Three Men Injured in Early Morning Goldsboro Shooting

Three Men Injured in Early Morning Goldsboro Shooting

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Three men were hospitalized with gunshot wounds following a shooting incident early Thursday morning in Goldsboro, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on Rockefeller Court at approximately 12:42 a.m. on October 9, 2025. While police were still investigating the scene, two victims arrived at UNC Health…read more »

WCC’s Guzmán Appointed to Governor’s Advisory Council on Latino Affairs

WCC’s Guzmán Appointed to Governor’s Advisory Council on Latino Affairs

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Esteban Guzmán, director of Wayne Community College’s Small Business Center, has been appointed by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein to serve on the Governor’s Advisory Council on Latino Affairs, joining 29 other members for a two-year term. The council members will meet quarterly to explore topics affecting North Carolina’s Hispanic and Latino…read more »

Golden K Kiwanis Club Honors Members at Annual Awards Banquet

Golden K Kiwanis Club Honors Members at Annual Awards Banquet

More than 100 gather to celebrate service, longevity, and leadership GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Golden K Kiwanis Club held its Annual Awards Banquet at Daniels Memorial Church, on Thursday, October 3, bringing together more than 100 members and guests for an evening of fellowship, recognition, and celebration under the leadership of newly installed president Ed…read more »

Wayne Community College Honors 128 Students for Academic Excellence in Summer 2025

Wayne Community College Honors 128 Students for Academic Excellence in Summer 2025

Local Students Earn President’s and Dean’s List Recognition GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has recognized 128 students for outstanding academic performance during the summer 2025 semester, announcing its President’s and Dean’s lists this week. The honorees represent communities across eastern North Carolina and beyond, demonstrating excellence across a diverse range of academic programs from…read more »

Annual Fall Festival Returns to Aycock Birthplace with Family Fun and Local Vendors

Annual Fall Festival Returns to Aycock Birthplace with Family Fun and Local Vendors

FREMONT, N.C. — The historic Aycock Birthplace will host its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25, offering a full day of autumn activities for families and community members. The festival, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 264 Governor Aycock Road NE, Fremont NC, will feature a Maker’s Market alongside traditional fall festivities.…read more »

North Carolina Launches Leadership Program to Strengthen Social Work Workforce

North Carolina Launches Leadership Program to Strengthen Social Work Workforce

State Partnership Aims to Address Growing Demand and Retention Challenges WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — North Carolina is taking steps to bolster its social work workforce through a new Public Service Leadership Program (PSLP), a collaborative initiative between the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Social Work Coalition on Workforce…read more »

North Carolina Ranks Second in Nation for Workplace Safety

North Carolina Ranks Second in Nation for Workplace Safety

State’s commitment to safety standards earns national recognition in WalletHub study RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina has secured the second-place ranking nationally for workplace safety, according to a recent WalletHub study, marking a significant achievement for the state’s labor safety initiatives. The recognition reflects collaborative efforts among employers, employees, and safety professionals throughout North Carolina,…read more »

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