Washington, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) is closer to upgrading its services and safeguarding public benefits after rolling out advanced fraud prevention technologies for telephone-filed claims. Americans can begin filing all types of Social Security claims by phone starting April 14, 2025, with new added security features designed to better safeguard beneficiaries while…… read more »
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SSA Launches Enhanced Fraud Prevention Tools for Telephone Claims Ahead of April Rollout
2025 International Festival Completed
Goldsboro, NC – Monday, marks the day culture was heard all over the community! Wayne Community College’s Cultural and Global Education Committee hosted an International Festival with participation from WCC’s Multicultural Club, Global Scholars, and English as a Second Language (ESL) students, along with other local organizations. There was music, “Around the World” table displays…… read more »
Tax Extension–You Have Time to do Your Taxes
Statewide — Taxpayers in some southeastern states have been provided with more time to submit their 2024 federal tax returns, thanks to a recent deadline extension by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Due April 15 originally, the new deadline is now May 1, 2025, for those in the areas impacted by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane…… read more »
Mount Olive Baseball Splits Doubleheader at Shorter, Eyes Postseason Seeding
ROME, GA (April 12) –The University of Mount Olive baseball team split a doubleheader against Shorter on April 12 in Conference Carolinas play. Despite losing 2-1 in Game 1, the Trojans bounced back with a 6-1 victory in Game 2. In Game 2, Lucas Glover pitched a strong 7 innings, allowing one earned run and…… read more »
High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Raleigh Woman in Kinston; Child Passenger Involved
KINSTON, N.C. — What began as a routine traffic stop became a high-speed pursuit through Kinston on Friday that led to a Raleigh woman’s arrest and raised disturbing questions after it was learned that an 8-year-old child was also in the vehicle. The Kinston Police Department stated that officers from the C-Squad attempted to stop…… read more »
Trojans Battle Hard, But Fall Short in Regular-Season Finale
Florence, S.C. (April 12) – The University of Mount Olive softball team gave it their all but couldn’t quite topple No. 4 ranked Francis Marion in a tough doubleheader on Saturday. The Trojans narrowly lost Game 1 in a nail-biter, 6-5, before the Patriots pulled away for a 9-1 run-rule win in Game 2. Mount…… read more »
Special Meeting Notice — Goldsboro City Council
Monday, April 14th, 2025, at 4:45 p.m., the Goldsboro City Council will hold a “Special Meeting” for the purpose of a personnel matter, which shall include a closed session, pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 and 143-318.12. Upon completion of the closed session, the Council may come back into open sessions to take action on a personnel…… read more »
Wayne County Board of Education Holding Committee Meetings on April 16
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Wayne County Board of Education has made available a list of important committee meetings scheduled for April 16, 2025, at the WCPS Central Services building, 2001 E. Royall Avenue, Goldsboro. The schedule of events for the day is as follows: Closed Session Each committee will discuss different aspects of the operations…… read more »
“La Ley” Launches on 730am 105.7fm and 92.9fm – A New Era of Latin Radio Blows Away the Airwaves
Get ready to hear a wave of cultural strength and musical revolution as the new radio station, La Ley, hits the airwaves today at 730am 105.7fm and 92.9fm. The new station guarantees an unparalleled listening experience for Latin music fans and culture lovers around the globe, bringing a new fresh voice to the airwaves. La…… read more »
Goldsboro Parks and Recreation Seeks Community Input for 2025 Master Plan
Goldsboro, NC — Big things may soon be happening in neighborhood parks, and city leaders want your opinions to help make the future of recreation in Goldsboro a success. The City of Goldsboro Parks and Recreation Department is working on revising its Master Plan for 2025 and wants residents to give their ideas, priorities, and…… read more »
