NORTH CAROLINA – On National Safe Digging Day, observed annually on August 11th, Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas are urging customers and contractors to prioritize safety by calling 811 before beginning any excavation projects. The reminder comes as both utilities report significant damage to their underground infrastructure, with more than 5,000 incidents recorded in…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. –- The Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro has been honored with the 2025 Housing North Carolina Award for Excellence in Sustainability for its Park Court Apartments complex, marking a significant achievement in sustainable affordable housing development. The award recognizes Park Court Apartments as an exemplary model of how environmental responsibility and…… read more »
Koinonia Christian Center offers free food distribution with no registration required GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Koinonia Christian Center will host its monthly community food bank on Tuesday, August 12, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The Journey on the KCC campus. The free food distribution event requires no advance registration or sign-up, welcoming community members…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — NC Freedom Fest is back and bigger than ever! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 6, 2025, when Downtown Goldsboro transforms into a vibrant hub of patriotism, entertainment, and community spirit. This free, family-friendly event celebrates and honors our military personnel, veterans, and first responders in a day filled with gratitude, fun,…… read more »
Colorful caterpillars capable of completely defoliating shrubs spotted across the region By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Local gardeners are being urged to inspect their azalea plants for destructive caterpillars that typically emerge in late August and early September, earning them the nickname “Labor Day worms.” Identifying the Azalea…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A Goldsboro teenager has been arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder in connection with a Sunday afternoon shooting that left a 32-year-old man hospitalized. Initial Response Officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to reports of a shooting on Day Circle at approximately 12:27 p.m. on August 4, 2025. Upon arrival,…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A 24-year-old Wayne County man has been arrested on multiple felony charges following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of a stolen firearm and a subsequent investigation into a series of vehicle break-ins. Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest On August 1st, 2025, members of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 17-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged as an adult in connection with a robbery that occurred on Poplar Street last month, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Details of the Incident On July 23, 2025, at approximately 1:23 p.m., Goldsboro Police officers responded to reports of a robbery on Poplar…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — For two decades, Community Supporting Schools has been filling buses with hope and school supplies through their annual “Stuff The Bus” campaign. The initiative, which takes place every August, continues to serve as a lifeline for students and families across Wayne County. Building Success One Supply at a Time Wendy Hooks, success…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Emergency responders worked together Wednesday morning to rescue a driver from a serious vehicle accident on Highway 117, successfully extricating the individual using specialized rescue equipment. Multi-Agency Response Ensures Swift Action The Goldsboro Fire Department (GFD) led the emergency response, working alongside the Goldsboro Police Department and Wayne County EMS in a…… read more »
