Tag Archives: North Carolina

Man Arrested for Breaking Into Pikeville Home, Stealing Cash from Safe

Man Arrested for Breaking Into Pikeville Home, Stealing Cash from Safe

PIKEVILLE, N.C. — A man has been arrested and charged with breaking into a Pikeville residence and stealing a large sum of money from a safe earlier this month, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Cameron Tucker Barbour was taken into custody and charged with safecracking, breaking and entering, and larceny after breaking and…read more »

Wayne Community College Launches Five-Week Holiday Semester with Six Online Courses

Wayne Community College Launches Five-Week Holiday Semester with Six Online Courses

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College is offering students an opportunity to earn college credits during the winter break through a condensed five-week holiday semester running from November 17 through December 29. The accelerated session will feature six fully online courses designed to help students advance their academic progress during the traditional holiday period. The…read more »

Three Arrested in Connection with Pikeville Burglary Investigation

Three Arrested in Connection with Pikeville Burglary Investigation

Wayne County Sheriff’s Office Charges Two Adults and Juvenile in First-Degree Burglary Case PIKEVILLE, N.C. – The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has arrested three individuals following a burglary investigation at a residence on Nahunta Road in Pikeville. Investigation Details Deputies responded to a reported burglary on Nahunta Road on September 27, 2025. Following a comprehensive…read more »

Arts Council Hosts Inaugural Plein Air Quick Paint Competition at Fall Festival

Arts Council Hosts Inaugural Plein Air Quick Paint Competition at Fall Festival

Local Artists Invited to Compete in Outdoor Painting Challenge at Historic Aycock Birthplace FREMONT, N.C. – The Arts Council of Wayne County (ACWC) will host its first-ever Plein Air Quick Paint/Draw Competition on October 25, 2025, at the Aycock Birthplace Historic Site Fall Festival. The event offers artists an opportunity to create outdoor masterpieces inspired…read more »

Game of the Week: James Kenan Tigers to Face Princeton Bulldogs in Week 10 Showdown

Game of the Week: James Kenan Tigers to Face Princeton Bulldogs in Week 10 Showdown

Conference Championship Implications on the Line Friday Night PRINCETON, N.C. — The James Kenan Tigers will travel to Princeton this Friday for a crucial Swine Valley 2A/3A Conference matchup against the Princeton Bulldogs in what promises to be one of the most anticipated games of the season. Tigers Lead Conference Playoff Race Currently leading the…read more »

North Carolina Celebrates First Year of Aging Plan with Student Contest

North Carolina Celebrates First Year of Aging Plan with Student Contest

State initiative marks milestone as demographic shifts point to rapidly growing senior population WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is marking the one-year anniversary of All Ages, All Stages NC, the state’s comprehensive plan to address the needs of its rapidly expanding aging population. To commemorate the milestone,…read more »

Thousands Expected for Annual Goldsboro Christmas Parade on December 6

Thousands Expected for Annual Goldsboro Christmas Parade on December 6

Annual Holiday Tradition to Light Up Downtown Goldsboro GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of the Goldsboro Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 6, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. EST. The beloved annual event will take place in Downtown Goldsboro, with festivities centered around The Hub at 100…read more »

Federal Government Shutdown Threatens November Food Benefits for Wayne County Residents

Federal Government Shutdown Threatens November Food Benefits for Wayne County Residents

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – Thousands of Wayne County families who depend on Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) benefits may face disruptions in November due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, according to an announcement from state and local health officials. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and Wayne County Department of…read more »

WEEKLY DEAL FEATURE: Local Businesses Offer Discounted Gift Certificates Still in Stock

WEEKLY DEAL FEATURE: Local Businesses Offer Discounted Gift Certificates Still in Stock

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Three local Goldsboro businesses are offering significant savings on gift certificates this week, providing residents with opportunities to support hometown establishments while stretching their dollars. Pizza Inn: Three Decades of Buffet Excellence Pizza Inn of Goldsboro is offering a two-pack of $10 gift certificates for $14, representing a 30% savings off the…read more »

Local Holiday Brunch and Bazaar to Benefit Wayne County Schools

Local Holiday Brunch and Bazaar to Benefit Wayne County Schools

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County will host its annual Ladies Holiday Brunch & Bazaar on December 6, offering attendees a festive celebration while supporting local education. The event will take place at the Goldsboro Event Center, located at 1501 S Slocumb Street, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are $25…read more »

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