Public Input Sought on $23 Million Highway Expansion BENSON, N.C. – The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on plans to widen a critical stretch of N.C. 242 north of Benson, transforming more than a half-mile of the existing two-lane highway into a modern four-lane roadway. Project Overview The proposed expansion would…… read more »
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NCDOT Plans Major Widening Project for N.C. 242 Near Benson
Pedestrian Injured in Halloween Night Hit-and-Run on US 70
Goldsboro Police Seek Driver Who Fled Scene GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that left a local man injured on Halloween night. Officers responded to 709 East US Highway 70 at approximately 7:56 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2025, following reports of a vehicle-pedestrian collision. Incident Details According to the Goldsboro…… read more »
November Gardening Tips: Preparing Your Landscape for Winter
By Jessica StricklandWayne County Horticulture Extension Agent As November arrives and thoughts turn toward the upcoming holiday season, gardeners shouldn’t overlook the important tasks that remain in preparing landscapes for winter. Local horticulture experts recommend several key activities to ensure gardens emerge healthy and vibrant come spring. Soil Testing and Lawn Maintenance Now is an…… read more »
NCDOT Accelerates I-85 Concrete Repairs in Davidson County
Lane Closures Now Scheduled for Early November NORTH CAROLINA -– The North Carolina Department of Transportation has announced accelerated plans for concrete pavement repairs on Interstate 85 in Davidson County, with work now scheduled to begin November 4 and conclude November 6. The project, which was originally planned for late October before being rescheduled due…… read more »
Governor Stein Announces Nearly $18 Million in Contributions for North Carolina Food Assistance
State and private donors mobilize as federal SNAP benefits face suspension NORTH CAROLINA — Governor Josh Stein announced that North Carolina will provide $10 million to local food banks across the state as federal nutrition assistance programs face unprecedented disruption. The state’s contribution is part of a broader $18 million relief effort that includes $5…… read more »
United Way of Wayne County Mobilizes Emergency Response to Potential SNAP Benefits Pause
Local Organization Calls on Community Stakeholders for Support Amid Government Shutdown Concerns WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The United Way of Wayne County is launching an emergency food assistance initiative in response to widespread community concerns about the potential pause of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits during the ongoing government shutdown uncertainty. ALTA Foods Issues…… read more »
SNAP Funding Cuts Threaten Food Security for Millions of North Carolina Families
Government Shutdown Puts Critical Nutrition Benefits at Risk for Students Across the State WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Millions of North Carolina families face an unprecedented crisis as the ongoing government shutdown threatens to halt Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits this weekend. The lapse in funding could leave hundreds of thousands of children without access…… read more »
Plant Spring Bulbs This Fall for a Colorful Garden
By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent Welcome Spring with Fall Planting Many gardeners incorporate spring-flowering bulbs into their landscapes to enjoy the first vibrant colors of the season. However, the optimal time to plant these bulbs—late fall—arrives when spring feels like a distant memory and you wouldn’t typically be thinking about spring color.…… read more »
Game of the Week: C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons Soar Past Southern Wayne Saints in Conference ClashGame of the Week:
Thursday Night Lights in Pikeville PIKEVILLE, N.C. — The Pittman Agner Law High School Football Game of the Week brought plenty of excitement Thursday night as the C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons hosted the Southern Wayne Saints in a key Big East 5A/6A Conference matchup. Fans filled the stands in Pikeville, eager to see two familiar…… read more »
Adam Pate Steps Down, Leaves Wayne County Post 11 Baseball Program Better Off
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Outgoing Wayne County Coach Adam Pate said he wanted to return the Post 11 baseball program in Wayne County to normalcy when he took over as head coach in 2018. Most would say he did a lot more than that. 199 wins, 3 State Title Appearances and a state title would certainly…… read more »
