Tag Archives: North Carolina

Rosewood High School to Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Thursday

Rosewood High School to Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Thursday

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Rosewood High School’s JROTC Eagle Battalion will host a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday, September 11th, at 9:00 AM on the school’s football field to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The ceremony is open to the public, with guests asked to arrive no later than 8:30…read more »

United Way of Wayne County Celebrates 100 Years of Service, Launches Ambitious 2025 Campaign

United Way of Wayne County Celebrates 100 Years of Service, Launches Ambitious 2025 Campaign

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The United Way of Wayne County marked a historic milestone on September 9, 2025, celebrating its centennial anniversary while officially launching its 2025 fundraising campaign with a goal of raising $850,000 to support local programs and services. The celebration brought together community leaders, business partners, and volunteers to commemorate a century…read more »

Wayne County Public Library to Host Music and Movement Program for Young Children

Wayne County Public Library to Host Music and Movement Program for Young Children

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Wayne County Public Library in Goldsboro will present a special “Music and Movement” program designed to engage young children and their caregivers on Thursday, September 11, from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. The interactive 30-minute session aims to boost brain development through musical activities and physical movement, targeting children ages birth through…read more »

Wayne Community College Dental Assisting Class Achieves Perfect Pass Rate on National Board Exam

Wayne Community College Dental Assisting Class Achieves Perfect Pass Rate on National Board Exam

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College’s Dental Assisting program has reached a significant milestone, with its entire 2025 graduating class achieving a 100% pass rate on the Dental Assisting National Board exam. All 18 students who completed the program in July successfully passed the certification exam on their first attempt, demonstrating exceptional preparation and dedication…read more »

Steele Memorial Library Hosts Creative LEGO Building Session for Young Learners

Steele Memorial Library Hosts Creative LEGO Building Session for Young Learners

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Steele Memorial Library will spark creativity and imagination during a special LEGO building event designed for elementary-age children and their caregivers on Thursday, September 11, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. The hour-long program, targeted at students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade, promises to combine structured guidance with open-ended creativity.…read more »

Local Community Action Agency Seeks Volunteers for Meals on Wheels Program

Local Community Action Agency Seeks Volunteers for Meals on Wheels Program

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — WAGES, a Community Action Agency, is actively recruiting volunteers to help deliver nutritious meals to older adults across Wayne County through their Home Delivered Meals program. The organization needs volunteers to assist with meal delivery Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with flexible scheduling available to accommodate volunteers’ availability.…read more »

WEEKLY DEAL FEATURE: Piggly Wiggly

WEEKLY DEAL FEATURE: Piggly Wiggly

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Shoppers looking for holiday savings can now purchase $25 Piggly Wiggly gift cards for just $17.50 at the local Goldsboro location, representing a 30% discount as part of the store’s weekly promotional offerings. The discount comes as the iconic grocery chain continues to emphasize its deep roots in both retail innovation and…read more »

North Carolina Celebrates 988 Day as ASL Crisis Services Mark Two-Year Milestone

North Carolina Celebrates 988 Day as ASL Crisis Services Mark Two-Year Milestone

State Recognizes National 988 Day While Highlighting Accessibility Improvements for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is celebrating national 988 Day while commemorating the second anniversary of American Sign Language (ASL) services becoming available through the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The…read more »

Coming up: Wayne County Chamber of Commerce to Host Rural Healthcare Summit This Week

Coming up: Wayne County Chamber of Commerce to Host Rural Healthcare Summit This Week

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will convene healthcare professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders for a comprehensive Rural Healthcare Summit on Wednesday, September 10, aimed at addressing critical healthcare access challenges across Eastern North Carolina. The day-long event, scheduled from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., will bring together regional partners for…read more »

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