Wayne County is gearing up for a festive holiday season with five Christmas parades and multiple tree lighting ceremonies scheduled over the coming weeks. The celebrations begin Saturday in Seven Springs, where the town will host its annual Christmas parade at 3 p.m. on Main Street, followed by a new tree lighting at Whitehall Gardens…… read more »
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Wayne County Set for Full Slate of Christmas Parades and Holiday Events
High Path Avian Influenza Confirmed in Wayne County Turkey Operation
RALEIGH, N.C. — A turkey breeding facility in Wayne County has tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), marking the first confirmed case in North Carolina’s commercial poultry industry since January 2025. The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Veterinary Diagnostic Lab in Raleigh identified the positive sample. The outbreak affects approximately 9,500…… read more »
Wayne County Mourns Loss of Commissioner Wayne Aycock
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Wayne County officials announced today the passing of Commissioner George Wayne Aycock, Jr., a dedicated public servant who spent more than a decade representing residents as the county’s at-large commissioner. Aycock, who joined the Wayne County Board of Commissioners in December 2012, was widely regarded as a committed leader with deep…… read more »
Partnership for Children of Wayne County Celebrates Impact at Annual Meeting
Local Organization Honors Staff, Community Champions While Addressing Early Childhood Education Challenges WAYNE COUNTY, NC – The Partnership for Children of Wayne County held its annual meeting on Thursday, October 30, recognizing dedicated employees and community partners while highlighting the critical importance of early childhood education and care in the community. Long-Time Employees Honored for…… read more »
Goldsboro to Honor Local Heroes with Veterans Day Parade and Special Deals
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro is gearing up to honor the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces with its annual Veterans Day Parade hosted by the Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition, and a host of local discounts and deals for veterans. Veterans Day is observed each year to recognize…… read more »
Increased Fire Danger Today
RALEIGH, N.C. — State officials are urging residents to use extreme caution as dry, windy conditions are increasing the risk of wildfires across central and eastern North Carolina today. The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Danger Statement for multiple counties, including Granville, Vance, Warren, Halifax, Franklin, Nash, Edgecombe, Wake, Johnston, Wilson, Harnett, Wayne,…… read more »
Berkeley Mall Kicks Off Holiday Season with Wish Trees and Community Giving
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The holiday season has officially arrived at Berkeley Mall, and over the coming weeks, shoppers will see the local shopping center transform into a festive destination filled with holiday cheer. As November and December unfold, Berkeley Mall will not only be bustling with shoppers and retailers but also with heartfelt community initiatives…… read more »
Local Veterans Benefit from 3rd Annual Day of Honor and Whole Hog Cook-Off
Community event combines BBQ competition with support for area veterans WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Freedom Biker Church will host its 3rd Annual Veterans Day of Honor and Whole Hog Cook-Off on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST at 669 Tarheel Road in Benson. The community celebration welcomes all attendees to…… read more »
Four North Carolina Schools Earn Inaugural State Blue Ribbon Honors for Excellence
NORTH CAROLINA -– The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) today announced four public schools as the first recipients of the state’s newly established Blue Ribbon Schools Award, honoring schools that demonstrate exceptional academic performance and progress in closing achievement gaps. Celebrating Academic Excellence Across the State The North Carolina Blue Ribbon Schools program…… read more »
Blazin’ Trails Bottle Babies Hosts Pups & Pumpkins Fundraiser to Support Puppy Rescue Efforts
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Local animal lovers are invited to enjoy an afternoon of fall fun for a cause at the Pups & Pumpkins fundraiser benefiting Blazin’ Trails Bottle Babies Rescue. The event will take place Saturday, November 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Planet Peace Farm, located at 6121 Forestville Road. A…… read more »
