The U.S. Department of Labor has selected Wayne Community College to be a member of itsfirst cohort of Apprenticeship Ambassadors. The college is one of 207 officials and organizations from across the country that will share theirexperiences and collaborate with the department to champion apprenticeship opportunities.In November 2021, Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh announced the…… read more »
Alan Lumpkin, Wayne County Tax Administrator, provided an update on the settlement and collections for 2021 and prior years during the Wayne County Commissioners Meeting. The tax department has a current collection rate of 98.45%. This collection rate is higher than last year and is important because it allows the county to budget up to…… read more »
A former standout player and volunteer assistant at the College of Charleston, Dan Wondrack was recently hired as an assistant coach for the University of Mount Olive baseball program on Thursday afternoon. Wondrack was a three-year starter at catcher at the College of Charleston from 2015-19 and spent the last two seasons as a volunteer assistant for the…… read more »
Goldsboro Elks Lodge #139 and Speedway Gas Stations partnered to sponsor an end-of-summer luncheon for the members and staff of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Wayne County. Between 28 June and 11 July, anytime a pizza or hot dog was bought at a local Speedway franchise, an in-kind donation was made to the club. …… read more »
Two state first responder professions are facing the same, major problem. The Move Over Law requires drivers to change lanes when passing a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights. But drivers aren’t always adhering to the law, and that can cause life-altering situations. “It’s just sad because it’s totally preventable.” N.C. State Highway Patrol Trooper Joseph Atwell…… read more »
United Way of Wayne County announced that Taste of Wayne will return. According to their post, “New year, new venue, same great TASTE! That’s right Wayne County! Taste of Wayne is back!” Taste of Wayne will be held at The Hub, Downtown Goldsboro on October 8th from 11 AM to 2 PM. Tickets will go…… read more »
A 16-year-old male juvenile was charged via juvenile petition for multiple crimes. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, four separate cases of breaking and entering beginning in December 2020 through June of 2021 have resulted in a suspect being charged. The juvenile was fifteen at the time of the crimes. On Saturday, December…… read more »
The skies were overcast but the rain held off for the final jam of the season. Everything from cold beverages to lobster tacos could be found, and let’s not forgot deep-fried cinnamon rolls. The community including our furry friends came out to enjoy the music. Spare Change a local favorite drew a large crowd with…… read more »
Wayne Community College has honored 257 students for outstanding academic achievement in the spring 2022 semester. The college recognizes the students listed below as having earned a place on its President’s or Dean’s lists. They are listed by the city or town in which they live. President’s ListTo be named to the President’s List for…… read more »
A flood advisory is in effect for Wayne County and a portion of central North Carolina until 11:30 am. At 8:26 AM, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. One to two of rain has fallen around the area overnight and…… read more »
