Sunday, July 19, 2015
WCC Foundation golf tournament raises scholarship funds
[email protected] The Foundation of Wayne Community College had another banner year for its annual fundraiser for student scholarships. What started out as a golf tournament has evolved into one of the strongest events of its type across the state's community...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Jury finds Jones guilty of second-degree murder
[email protected] It took a Wayne County jury less than three hours to convict Henry Calvin Jones, 35, of second-degree murder in the 2010 shooting death of Charles Ray Morgan III, 26. Morgan died April 17, 2010, during a 4 a.m....Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Former teacher will screen new movie
Former Eastern Wayne Middle School art teacher and Christian actress Ashley Bratcher is bringing her award-winning movie home. She will host a one-time screening of "Princess Cut" at UEC Theatres Premiere 12 in Goldsboro Aug. 6 at 7:30 p.m....Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
County starts new jail
The late Sheriff Carey Winders would have been humbled by Friday morning's ground-breaking ceremony for the new jail that will bear his name, family and friends said. But at the same time, he would have been unable to resist...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Ballots are set for municipal elections
A flurry of last-minute filings Friday morning has ensured there are candidates for all six district seats on the Goldsboro City Council and created a four-candidate field for the office of mayor. When the final day of filing started...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Leader is chosen for Special Olympics
[email protected] D'Leeshia Lee, a recreational therapist for Goldsboro Parks and Recreation, has been named the local coordinator for the Wayne County Special Olympics. She was preceded in her position by Rich Walderman, a volunteer, who retired from the post after...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
High-speed city tour
[email protected] Spokes spun and tires screeched across downtown Goldsboro's pavement Saturday as bicyclists from all over North Carolina took part in Goldsboro's second annual U.S.A. Cycling Criterium Race. Bicyclists raced along East Mulberry Street, Ormond Avenue, East Walnut Street, North...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Computers sought for students
Optimist Computers4Students of Wayne County is now taking applications for refurbished computers that will be distributed during the school year. Low-income families with K-12 students or with students enrolled at Wayne Community College may be eligible. Refurbished computer range from...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
College's scholarship deadline is extended
The deadline to apply for scholarships for certain technical diplomas and degrees at Wayne Community College has been extended to July 31. The college's "Top 12" Scholarship Program is designed to encourage students to study and go into careers...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Camp Liberty to be held July 23-25
Camp Liberty will be held Thursday and Friday, July 23-24 from 5 until 9 p.m. and July 25 from 9:45 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. at Victory Free Will Baptist Church. The free event is a nonpartisan seminar on the Constitution...Published: Jul 19, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story