RALEIGH, N.C. — (May 21) — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and the NC AIDS Action Network came together today to spotlight the state’s progress in combating HIV—and to raise alarm about how proposed federal funding cuts could reverse decades of hard-won gains. Speaking at a joint event, NCDHHS Secretary…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. – A North Carolina pilot program is offering a fresh start for formerly incarcerated individuals by helping them land transportation-related jobs and obtain state identification—key tools for rebuilding their lives after prison. Launched in 2024 under Executive Order 303, the N.C. Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT) Transitional Work Pilot Program is showing early success…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — As the Atlantic hurricane season officially begins on June 1, emergency officials are urging residents across North Carolina and the southeastern U.S. to prepare early and understand the full scope of hurricane hazards—not just wind, but the far-reaching impacts that come with every tropical system. While hurricanes are often defined by wind…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — Several committees of the Wayne County Board of Education are scheduled to meet next week at the Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) Central Services Boardroom, located at 2001 E. Royall Avenue in Goldsboro. The meetings will take place as follows: Community members and stakeholders are encouraged to attend. Meeting agendas will be…… read more »
Raleigh, N.C. — As Memorial Day approaches—a time when traffic volume typically spikes due to holiday travel—North Carolina officials are urging all drivers and passengers to buckle up. The Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) has officially launched its “Click It or Ticket” Memorial Day campaign, a two-week statewide enforcement and education initiative focused on seat…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — On Sunday, in a small town with a big heart, an annual event has become much more than a community gathering — it has become a living legacy. Now in its fourth year, Two Wheelers for Tommy, hosted by local nonprofit Kriquette’s Kidz, once again brought together families, volunteers, and businesses to…… read more »
Union Mills, N.C. — On Monday, Governor Josh Stein visited Carolina Domes in Union Mills today to propose an additional $891 million in state funding aimed at accelerating recovery efforts in western North Carolina following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The funding package is part of Stein’s broader commitment to helping impacted communities rebuild…… read more »
Goldsboro, NC – (May 20) – As Memorial Day approaches, the Wayne County Veterans & Patriots Coalition Inc. invites the community to participate in a series of meaningful tributes designed to honor the men and women of Wayne County who gave their lives in service to the United States. Under the coalition’s guiding mission “To…… read more »
Washington, D.C. — As part of National Police Week, Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) voted in favor of three key pieces of legislation aimed at enhancing public safety, strengthening protections for law enforcement officers, and addressing officer wellness and mental health. On Wednesday, May 14, Congressman Davis cast his vote in support of H.R. 2240, the…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The fight against cancer took center stage Friday night as community members gathered for the annual Relay For Life event, hosted at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fairgrounds. Although attendance was lighter than in past years, the evening offered a meaningful blend of celebration, remembrance, and education in support of cancer awareness and…… read more »
