Monday, June 19, 2006
Flooding worries - Runoff from storm makes its way downriver
News-Argus/Bobby Williams North Carolina Department of Transportation workers, from left, Freddy Narron and Kenneth Strickland, move a high water sign to close Ferry Bridge Road because of high water this morning. NCDOT officials said motorists should observe the signs...Published: Jun 19, 2006 1:51 PM Full Story
Water watch, storm runoff heading here
Rising water coming downstream following a downpour in the Raleigh area four days ago has flooded out two roads in western Wayne County, although county officials say they do not expect the high water to damage any property in the...Published: Jun 19, 2006 1:50 PM Full Story
Schools choose teacher honorees
Wayne County Public Schools has announced its individual Teachers of the Year for 2006-07, representing each of the 31 schools. In the coming months, the field will be narrowed down to three finalists, representing the elementary, middle, and high school...Published: Jun 19, 2006 1:49 PM Full Story
Local law enforcement agencies sharing information
Wayne County law enforcement agencies began sharing information this week in a new way that will help them better track criminals and crimes. The Sheriff's Office, Goldsboro Police Department, Mount Olive Police Department, Pikeville Police Department, Fremont Police Department, Walnut...Published: Jun 19, 2006 1:48 PM Full Story
County will hear budget comment
Wayne County residents will have the opportunity to ask questions and express concerns over the proposed budget during the Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. Now that the proposed budget has been presented to the board, a copy...Published: Jun 19, 2006 1:47 PM Full Story
OPINION - Parkstown Parade revived
A revival is planned for what once was regarded as the biggest little Christmas parade in the country. For almost two decades, beginning in the early 1950s, the crossroads community of Parkstown held Christmas parades that attracted spectacular participation and...Published: Jun 19, 2006 1:46 PM Full Story
Public record
The following incidents are being investigated by Wayne County law enforcement officers: *Wei Fang of Goldsboro, reported an armed robbery Saturday. The victim stated that three unidentified black men, approximately 20 years old, approached him as he exited his vehicle...Published: Jun 19, 2006 1:45 PM Full Story