Goldsboro, N.C .— A major affordable housing initiative is underway in Wayne and Lenoir counties, where a local nonprofit organization is currently building 103 homes. The effort is focused on expanding access to quality housing and fostering diverse communities across the region. Most of the construction to date has taken place in Lenoir County, especially…… read more »
Wayne County, N.C. — The Wayne County Register of Deeds Office has announced that it will temporarily suspend marriage license services on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, due to mandatory staff training. While marriage licenses will not be issued that day, all other services offered by the office will continue as normal. “We understand the importance…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Goldsboro Golden K Kiwanis Club is set to hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 6, at 10 a.m. in the fellowship hall of Daniels Chapel, located at 2802 East Ash Street. This week’s featured speaker will be Dr. Bud Fidler, who will present a talk titled “The Woes of Aging.”…… read more »
Wayne County, N.C. — A routine traffic stop on May 1, 2025, led to the arrest of a 46-year-old man on multiple drug-related charges, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Jason Patrick Lawrance, a white male, was arrested and charged with felony possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Lawrance is currently being…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — The skies over Seymour Johnson Air Force Base roared with excitement this past weekend as thousands attended the much-anticipated Wings Over Wayne Air Show. One of the major highlights was a thrilling performance by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, who wowed the crowd with a series of breathtaking aerobatic stunts. Spectators watched…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — A traumatic single-vehicle crash late Saturday afternoon sent one person to the hospital and drew an emergency response from Goldsboro Fire Station 1 and the Goldsboro Police Department. The incident occurred at the traffic circle located at Ash Street and North Center Street. According to initial reports, a Jeep traveling west on…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. — Music, community, and celebration came together in high energy at Jams Over Wayne, an exciting event held this past weekend as part of the Wings Over Wayne festivities. For the first time ever, the event was brought off base and into the community, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. Crowds filled the…… read more »
Wayne County, N.C. — The Wayne County Health Department has confirmed a case of pertussis (whooping cough) involving a student at Meadow Lane Elementary School, prompting health officials to take swift action in coordination with school administrators. As part of the county’s public health response, letters have been sent to all parents of Meadow Lane…… read more »
Goldsboro, NC — The Wayne County Board of Education will convene for its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, May 5, 2025, at the WCPS Central Services Boardroom, located at 2001 E. Royall Avenue in Goldsboro. The meeting will begin at 3:30 p.m. with a closed session, followed by the open session for the public.…… read more »
Goldsboro, N.C. (May 4, 2025) – Wayne Community College (WCC) is opening its doors to middle and high school students this summer with its popular Junior Bison Summer Camps, offering hands-on opportunities to explore hobbies, career paths, and leadership skills in a fun and engaging setting. Running throughout June and July, the camps provide a…… read more »
