WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will convene healthcare professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders for a comprehensive Rural Healthcare Summit on Wednesday, September 10, aimed at addressing critical healthcare access challenges across Eastern North Carolina. The day-long event, scheduled from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., will bring together regional partners for…… read more »
State Recognizes National 988 Day While Highlighting Accessibility Improvements for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is celebrating national 988 Day while commemorating the second anniversary of American Sign Language (ASL) services becoming available through the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Shoppers looking for holiday savings can now purchase $25 Piggly Wiggly gift cards for just $17.50 at the local Goldsboro location, representing a 30% discount as part of the store’s weekly promotional offerings. The discount comes as the iconic grocery chain continues to emphasize its deep roots in both retail innovation and…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A community mentoring organization named Haven of Love and Restoration has experienced substantial expansion in its women’s support services, with approximately 60 new participants joining Saturday group sessions between April and August of this year. The faith-based program offers comprehensive support for women dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, and substance…… read more »
Hawthorne & Pine Offers Comprehensive Administrative Solutions for Small Businesses GOLDSBORO, NC – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting celebration for Hawthorne & Pine Stress Free Business Support on Wednesday, September 24th at 9:00 AM. The event will take place at the company’s new location at 308 N William St,…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — WAGES, a Community Action Agency, is actively recruiting volunteers to help deliver nutritious meals to older adults across Wayne County through their Home Delivered Meals program. The organization needs volunteers to assist with meal delivery Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with flexible scheduling available to accommodate volunteers’ availability.…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Charles B. Aycock High School will officially open its new concession stand facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 12, at 5:30 p.m. at the school’s football stadium. The long-awaited facility, located behind the school at the football stadium, represents the culmination of several years of planning and fundraising efforts…… read more »
Annual celebration honors military, veterans, and first responders with expanded festivities and star-studded country music lineup GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Downtown Goldsboro transformed into a patriotic celebration on Saturday, as the NC Freedom Fest 2025 drew thousands of community members to honor military personnel, veterans, and first responders during the annual free festival. The day-long event,…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, NC – Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County is actively recruiting volunteers for their Reading Buddy program, an initiative designed to foster literacy skills and build meaningful relationships between community members and elementary school students. The program, which operates in four Wayne County elementary schools, pairs volunteers with students for one-on-one reading sessions…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Department of Transportation is mobilizing volunteers across the state for its annual Fall Litter Sweep, a two-week campaign running from September 13-27 aimed at removing debris from roadsides statewide. The initiative invites individuals, community groups, and businesses to participate in cleaning efforts that organizers say make a measurable impact…… read more »
