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Closings For Independence Day

Closings For Independence Day

The following schedule changes will be taking place this week in observance of Independence Day: Goldsboro City Government Offices will be closed Monday, July 5, 2021 in observance of Independence Day. Monday’s solid waste routes in the city will be collected Wednesday, July 7. County of Wayne Government Offices will be closed Monday, July 5,…read more »

Mount Olive Reports Sewer Water Discharge

Mount Olive Reports Sewer Water Discharge

The Town of Mount Olive reports it had a discharge of untreated sewer from inside the Town’s wastewater treatment plant at 408 Wilkins Farm Road. The spill was discovered on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at 4:10 P.M. and as of Thursday, June 3, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. had stopped. A total of 8,250 gallons has…read more »

Mount Olive Celebrates Its Seniors (PHOTO GALLERY)

Mount Olive Celebrates Its Seniors (PHOTO GALLERY)

Tuesday afternoon, graduating students from several area high schools took part in the senior parade that was hosted by the Town of Mount Olive.  The parade kicked off at 5:45 PM from Carver Elementary and made its way up Center Street.  Parents, friends and fellow students were lined along the roadway to cheer on their…read more »

Mount Olive Unveils New Town Mural (PHOTO GALLERY)

Mount Olive Unveils New Town Mural (PHOTO GALLERY)

Monday afternoon, a small crowd gathered at the Southern Bank parking lot at Center and Main streets in Mount Olive for the unveiling of the new Mount Olive Historical Wall.  Mayor Kenny Talton greeted the attendees and was followed by Grey Morgan who spoke about the Mainstream Focus.  Mount Olive Attorney Carrol Turner talked about…read more »

Mount Olive Reports Sanitary Sewer Overflow

Mount Olive Reports Sanitary Sewer Overflow

The Town of Mount Olive experienced a sanitary sewer overflow totaling approximately 270,000 gallons inside the Town’s wastewater treatment plant on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. This overflow was discovered at 8:00 P.M. and as of Thursday April 1, 2021 at 8:00 A.M. was still ongoing. The spill was the result of 1.6 inches of rainfall…read more »

Two Sewer Spills Reported In Mount Olive This Week

Two Sewer Spills Reported In Mount Olive This Week

The Town of Mount Olive has experienced a sanitary sewer overflow totaling approximately 66,000 gallons inside the Town’s wastewater treatment plant on Friday, March 19, 2021. This overflow was discovered at 10:30 A.M. and as of Friday March 19, 2021 at 4:30 P.M. is still ongoing. The spill was the result of 1.25 inches of…read more »

Mount Olive Announces Wastewater Discharge

Mount Olive Announces Wastewater Discharge

The Town of Mount Olive reports it had a discharge of untreated sewer from inside the Town’s wastewater treatment plant at 408 Wilkins Farm Road. The spill was discovered on Saturday, February 13, at 7:30 P.M. and was still ongoing as of Sunday, February 14, at 4:30 P.M. and. A total of 441,000 gallons had…read more »

Mount Olive Scales Back Black History Month Events

Mount Olive Scales Back Black History Month Events

The Town of Mount Olive is moving forward with its annual Black History Month Parade but on a smaller scale. This year’s parade is scheduled for February 27th and will feature Mayor Kenneth Talton and the Mount Olive Board of Commissioners along with motorcycle and auto clubs. There will also be a heater giveaway after…read more »

N.C. Pickle Fest Cancels In-Person Events, Plans Virtual Activities

N.C. Pickle Fest Cancels In-Person Events, Plans Virtual Activities

For the second year in a row, the streets of downtown Mount Olive will be quiet on the last full weekend of April. Organizers of the 2021 North Carolina Pickle Festival today announced the cancellation of the event, citing concerns about the COVID19 pandemic. “We decided it best to not hold a live, in-person event…read more »

Mount Olive Reports Wastewater Spill

Mount Olive Reports Wastewater Spill

The Town of Mount Olive had a discharge of untreated sewer from inside the Town’s wastewater treatment plant at 408 Wilkins Farm Road. The spill was discovered on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at 7:00 A.M. and is still ongoing at this time. A total of 112,500 gallons has been spilled. The untreated waste entered the…read more »

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