Tag Archives: Wayne County

Staying Cool Together: How Goldsboro Residents Can Beat the Extreme Temperatures

Staying Cool Together: How Goldsboro Residents Can Beat the Extreme Temperatures

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — With temperatures in Goldsboro soaring well above seasonal norms this week, local officials are urging residents to take precautions to stay cool, hydrated, and safe. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat can lead to serious health risks, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially for vulnerable populations such as young children, older adults,…read more »

A Fresh Start: United Way and Elks Lodge Help Veterans Feel at Home

A Fresh Start: United Way and Elks Lodge Help Veterans Feel at Home

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — United Way of Wayne County has joined forces with the Goldsboro Elks Lodge to provide essential support for local veterans. Through this new partnership, the organizations will distribute Welcome Home Kits as part of United Way’s Recovery Voucher Program, helping veterans transition into stable housing. Kits Provide Essential Household Items The Welcome…read more »

Urgent Search Underway for Goldsboro Woman and Her Two Children

Urgent Search Underway for Goldsboro Woman and Her Two Children

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department’s Investigative Services Bureau is appealing to the community for assistance in finding 30-year-old Jasmine Nicole Wilson and her two young children, who have been missing since early June. Last Known WhereaboutsWilson was last seen at approximately 9 a.m. on June 10 at the Irish Inn in Goldsboro. She…read more »

Wayne County Post Walks Off Against Pitt County 39 In See Saw Battle

Wayne County Post Walks Off Against Pitt County 39 In See Saw Battle

Carolina Athletic Park—-Goldsboro — Wayne County(15-2) was able to avenge one of their only losses on the year using 8 hits including several key bunts to outlast Post 39, 11-10 last night at Carolina Athletic Park. Post 11 took advantage of 3 walks in the 1st as a Carter Adams sac fly would make it…read more »

Wayne Community College Teams Up with UNCW to Address Teacher Shortage with Innovative Program

Wayne Community College Teams Up with UNCW to Address Teacher Shortage with Innovative Program

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College (WCC) is proud to announce its participation in a groundbreaking partnership with the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) aimed at addressing North Carolina’s critical teacher shortage. As one of six community colleges involved, WCC will help pilot the Secondary Teacher Education Partnership Initiative (STEP-IN) starting January 2026, offering…read more »

Stolen Vehicle Investigation Leads to Arrest of Wanted Man in Wayne County

Stolen Vehicle Investigation Leads to Arrest of Wanted Man in Wayne County

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A local man is in custody after Wayne County Sheriff’s Office deputies apprehended him during a foot chase that followed the discovery of a stolen vehicle at a gas station earlier this month. The arrest led to multiple charges, including felony possession of a stolen motor vehicle and resisting law enforcement.…read more »

Let the Games Begin! Goldsboro Gears Up for Juneteenth Adult Field Day

Let the Games Begin! Goldsboro Gears Up for Juneteenth Adult Field Day

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Get ready to relive your childhood and celebrate history with a twist! The Juneteenth Adult Field Day is coming to Goldsboro on Saturday, June 28 at 3:00 p.m., promising an exciting afternoon filled with games, competition, and community spirit. Held at 235 House Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530, this high-energy event is designed…read more »

“Culture Served, Era Swerved” Hits the Stage for a Cause in Goldsboro

“Culture Served, Era Swerved” Hits the Stage for a Cause in Goldsboro

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — On Saturday, July 12 at 5:00 p.m., the Paramount Theatre in Downtown Goldsboro will come alive with style, history, and community spirit as Norwayne Alumni and Friends, Inc. presents “Culture Served, Era Swerved,” a signature fundraising event in support of student scholarships and local outreach initiatives. Founded in 1972 by graduates of…read more »

Heat Index May Exceed 110°F: Warnings in Place Across Central North Carolina

Heat Index May Exceed 110°F: Warnings in Place Across Central North Carolina

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a Heat Advisory and an Extreme Heat Watch for much of central North Carolina, affecting Person, Granville, Vance, Warren, Halifax, and 22 other counties beginning Monday morning. What to Expect During the advisory period, heat index values are expected to range between…read more »

Wayne County Board of Education Releases Official 2025-2026 Meeting Calendar

Wayne County Board of Education Releases Official 2025-2026 Meeting Calendar

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Board of Education has officially set its monthly meeting dates for the 2025-2026 calendar year, beginning this July. The schedule was approved during the Board’s June 2, 2025 meeting. The Board’s meetings will typically be held on the first Monday of each month at 3:30 p.m. in the Boardroom…read more »

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