The 2020 Dancing Stars of Wayne County Virtual Event has officially kicked off!!! The race is on for: BB&T Now Truist City of Goldsboro Seegars Fence Company Partnership for Children Jackson & Sons Wayne County Cooperative Extension 4H Club LaFevers Dental Team Vailhouse Oyster Bar A Drummers World Drum Line: Golden Xplosion Dancers Videos Coming…… read more »
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Ag Luncheon: COVID-19 Complicates Wayne County’s #1 Industry
Agriculture remains Wayne County’s top industry employing roughly 9,000 residents and contributing around $1 billion to the local economy. Tuesday, the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce honored local farmers as part of its annual Agriculture Luncheon, featuring a panel of three local farmers talking about their career. Jan Archer of Archer Farms talked about the…… read more »
Chamber Undertakes Numerous Activities During COVID-19
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce isn’t letting the pandemic slow down its community efforts. Chamber President Kate Daniels appeared on Jeff Farrow’s Morning Show on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits 1150 and 98.3. Daniels says volunteers were dropping off surprises for new Wayne County teachers this week since the chamber was unable to hold its annual…… read more »
Wayne County Road Projects Highlighted During Chamber Presentation
Times are tight for the North Carolina Department of Transportation, but several Wayne County road projects are still being planned for the very near future. The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce held its Transportation Luncheon via Zoom on Tuesday. Addressing the virtual audience, NCDOT Secretary Eric Boyette says the department was already having to delay…… read more »
916th ARW Welcoming Pegasus To Seymour Johnson
The cooperation between Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and the surrounding Wayne County community continues to be imperative for everyone’s success. This was one of the points hammered home during the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the Military presentation this week. Rick Sumner, the Chair of the Military Affairs Committee, talked about the…… read more »
Col. Helphinstine Looks At 4th Fighter Wing’s Future
With an economic impact of nearly $750 million annually, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base remains a critical asset for Wayne County. Tuesday, the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce held its annual State of the Military, providing an inside look at the happenings at the local Air Force base. 4th Fighter Wing Commander Col. Kurt Helphinstine…… read more »
Last Call For Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award Nominations
Today, September 22, is the last day to submit applications for the Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award. Since 2014, the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce and has partnered with Duke Energy to award the annual Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award. This is a tribute to individuals or groups who make a difference in their…… read more »
Dancing Stars Of Wayne County Goes Virtual
The Wayne Education Network, a program of the Wayne Charitable Partnership, Inc. and the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce, will host the highly anticipated Dancing Stars of Wayne County once again this year, but with a twist! The Dancing Stars of Wayne County started out as a ballroom dancing competition and in recent years evolved…… read more »
Chamber Events Head Online During Pandemic
While the pandemic has forced the cancelation of many events, the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is finding new ways to engage the business community. For instance, many chamber events will be held virtually in the coming weeks. Appearing on Jeff Farrow’s Morning Show on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits 1150 and 98.3, Wayne County Chamber President…… read more »
Chamber, Extension Accepting Nominations For Ag Awards
“Agriculture remains the number one industry in Wayne County, generating $1.036 billion for the local economy, and represents 20.5% of the county’s total employment with 8,916 jobs. We are calling on the community to join the opportunity to celebrate the rich history and legacy of the Ag community, while highlighting the incredible advancements that continue…… read more »
