State Officials Work to Protect 1.4 Million SNAP Recipients as Uncertainty Looms NORTH CAROLINA — As the federal government shutdown enters its second week, North Carolina officials are racing to minimize disruptions to critical food assistance programs that serve more than 1.4 million residents across the state. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human…… read more »
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North Carolina Food Assistance Programs Secure Through October Despite Federal Shutdown
North Carolina Reports First Flu Death of 2025-2026 Season
Western NC Adult Dies from Flu Complications as Health Officials Urge Vaccinations RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday the first flu-related death of the 2025-2026 flu season, marking an early and sobering reminder of the virus’s potentially fatal consequences. An adult in the western part of the…… read more »
Wayne County Reentry Council to Host Employment Summit for Justice-Involved Individuals
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College will host a comprehensive Reentry Employment and Training Summit on October 29, offering justice-involved individuals a pathway back into the workforce through skills training, employer connections, and professional development resources. The event, organized by the Wayne County Reentry Council with WCC serving as the intermediary agency, aims to bridge…… read more »
Families Invited to Explore Traditional Crafts at Hands and Hearth Program Series
FREMONT, N.C. — The Wayne County Public Library is launching “Hands and Hearth,” a new hands-on program series designed to introduce families to traditional skills and timeless crafts from earlier generations. The program will take place at the Charles B. Aycock Birthplace, located at 264 Governor Aycock Road NE in Fremont. The inaugural session is…… read more »
WEEKLY DEAL FEATURE: Local Auto Shop Offers Major Discount on Vehicle Services
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Monserrate’s Auto Solutions is offering area drivers a significant discount on vehicle services, with a promotional certificate that reduces the cost of a $75 service to $40.50, representing a savings of $34.50. The automotive repair facility, located at 3911 E Ash Street in Goldsboro, which brands itself as “The Home of The…… read more »
Air Force Veteran Pursues Lifelong Passion through WCC’s Agriculture Programs
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – For Devante Mason, agriculture isn’t just a career path—it’s a return to his roots. The Air Force veteran, who grew up on his grandfather’s 100-acre farm in South Carolina, is now channeling his lifelong passion into formal education at Wayne Community College, where he’s pursuing dual degrees in Sustainable Agriculture and Agribusiness…… read more »
Local Fraternity Takes Students to WSSU Campus for College Exploration
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — High school students from Goldsboro got an up-close look at college life this weekend, thanks to a community initiative aimed at expanding educational horizons. The Goldsboro Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. organized a college open house trip to Winston-Salem State University on Saturday, bringing together members of the Kappa…… read more »
Spiron Solutions Expands Leadership Development and Organizational Training Services
Local consulting firm offers customized approach to team building and professional development WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Spiron Solutions, a professional development and organizational consulting firm, has announced its comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance leadership capabilities and team performance for organizations across various sectors. The company specializes in delivering tailored training programs that address…… read more »
Mark Your Calendar’s: Wayne County Announces Stand Down Event and Veterans Day Parade
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne County veterans advocates Larry Edmonds and Wayne Alley recently announced two important upcoming events for the local veteran community. Wayne County Stand Down: October 9 The Wayne County Stand Down will take place this Thursday, October 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Veteran Service Office (VSO) on Ash…… read more »
Crossroads Plaza to Host Inaugural Candy Crawl Halloween Event
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Crossroads Plaza will welcome costumed trick-or-treaters for its first-ever Candy Crawl on Halloween evening, offering families a safe alternative to traditional neighborhood trick-or-treating. The community event, scheduled for Friday, October 31, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., is being organized by Play Date Academy of Goldsboro and will feature participating retailers throughout the…… read more »
