Friday, September 30, 2016
Two wrecks occur within an hour in the city
There were two wrecks in the city this morning in the span of approximately one hour, one of which sent several people to the hospital.The first wreck happened around 9:40 a.m. Friday at the intersection of U.S. 117 and Interstate...Published: Sep 30, 2016 1:45 PM Full Story
Attorney suggests larger board for Wayne Preparatory Academy
The attorney for Wayne Preparatory Academy led a Town Hall meeting for the charter school Wednesday night at the Goldsboro Event Center, addressing recent concerns about the board and bylaws. The school on Tommy's Road opened in August 2014....Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Liaison for base, schools retires
Robert Freeman, school liaison officer between Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and Wayne County Public Schools since 2007, is retiring today. It is a bittersweet occasion for the child of a tenant farmer growing up in Pitt County who...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Agricultural event speakers pepper comments with politics
KENANSVILLE -- It was billed as an agricultural event, but more times than not it resembled a Republican rally as speakers at the Thursday night gathering at the Duplin Events Center liberally flavored their comments with political rhetoric. They...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Fair back to full schedule
Rain led to the cancellation or delay of several events at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair on Thursday, but the chance of rain has lessened today and a full schedule is expected. Headlining today's activities are the Open Junior...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Smoke smell at school results in evacuation
Students were evacuated to the gym at Eastern Wayne Middle School Thursday morning after people inside the building thought they smelled smoke following a lightning strike, officials said. Around 10 a.m., the Goldsboro Fire Department responded to a call...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Alumni close to legal resolution
The potential dissolution of the Dillard-Goldsboro Alumni and Friends organization has prompted the parties involved in a two-year legal battle to work out their differences through a court-appointed attorney. Shelby Benton, a lawyer with Benton Family Law, was appointed by...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wayne Fair winners from Thursday
Daily winners Thursday September 29 Educational Booth Winners Girl Scouts: Troop 95, Julie Slye Outdoor Landscape Design: Southern Wayne High School Christmas Tree Decoration Contest: Cominado Juntos ECA Wayne Recycle Fair Contest Best of Show: Jamie Bentley, Goldsboro LEGO Contest...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Poetry in the Park Sunday
The Wayne County Reads community-wide festival of poetry, art and music will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at Herman Park. In case of inclement weather, the festival will be held at W.A. Foster Recreation Center on...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Shriners fish fry today at lunch and dinner
The Wayne Shrine Club's fall fish fry will be held today in Goldsboro and Mount Olive. All proceeds go to the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Greenville, S.C. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Church broken into, money stolen
Someone broke into The True Word Church Ministries at 1206 S. George St. between Sunday and Tuesday evening, according to a Goldsboro Police Department report. The report said the church was locked and secured around 5 p.m. Sunday evening,...Published: Sep 30, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Full schedule of fair events for today
Rain led to the cancellation or delay of several events at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair on Thursday, but clear skies have returned and a full schedule is expected today. Headlining today's activities are the Open Junior Meat Goat Show...Published: Sep 30, 2016 5:53 AM Full Story
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Eastern Wayne Middle students return to class after reports of smoke
Students were evacuated to the gym at Eastern Wayne Middle School after people inside the building thought they smelled smoke following a lightning strike, officials at the scene said. Around 10 a.m., the Goldsboro Fire Department responded to a call about...Published: Sep 29, 2016 11:59 AM Full Story
Eastern Wayne students evacuated to gym after lightning strike
Wayne County Public Schools spokesperson Ken Derksen confirmed Eastern Wayne Middle School students in the school's two-story building were evacuated to the gym this morning due to smoke. Officials at the scene believe the smoke was caused by a lightning...Published: Sep 29, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Fair begins today
DUDLEY -- There will be plenty of food, carnival rides, games, exhibits and entertainment when the 68th annual Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair launches its 10-day run this afternoon at 4 p.m. But at its heart, the fair is all about...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base leaders highlight close ties to community
For the nearly 100 people who gathered Wednesday morning to hear about the state of the military, in particular that of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, the message was clear -- a key component to the base's strength is...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Governor increases reward for murder tips
Gov. Pat McCrory announced Wednesday the state is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever killed Deyelle Morrisey near 300 Rollingwood Drive on Nov. 23, 2015 -- a case...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Man charged in hit and run
Goldsboro police say the man who allegedly killed Windom Levi Elliot in a hit-and- run accident Saturday night is now in custody. Larry Donnell Miller, 41, of 209 Dillard St., turned himself in to police after officers were able...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
DGDC up for Main Street award
The Downtown Goldsboro Development Corp. has been named as a semifinalist for a first-ever national Main Street award. Goldsboro is one of 10 cities in the running for the Great American Main Street Award that will be announced May...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
C.B. Aycock advances in 'Best in Class Challenge'
Charles B. Aycock High School is one of five schools to earn enough online votes to advance in the Quaker State "Best in Class Challenge." Fifty-five schools across the nation were vying for the opportunity, with CBA one of...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Five-car wreck sends one to hospital
A five-car wreck on Wayne Memorial Drive near New Hope Road Wednesday around 4:50 p.m. sent one person to the hospital and slowed traffic for more than an hour and a half. The wreck happened when a red Ford...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Flash flood warning for areas in Wayne County
The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a flash flood warning for Wayne County until 12:15 p.m.At 9:19 a.m., Doppler radar indicated heavy showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area.Up to 2 inches of rain have...Published: Sep 29, 2016 9:36 AM Full Story
Man charged in fatal hit and run
Goldsboro police say the man who allegedly killed Windom Levi Elliot in a hit and run Saturday night is now in custody. Larry Donnell Miller, 41, of 209 Dillard St., turned himself in to police after officers were able to...Published: Sep 29, 2016 8:22 AM Full Story
Five-car wreck sends one to hospital
A five-car wreck on Wayne Memorial Drive near New Hope Road Wednesday around 4:50 p.m. sent one person to the hospital and slowed traffic for more than an hour and a half. The wreck happened when a Ford Explorer driven...Published: Sep 29, 2016 7:07 AM Full Story
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Governor offers reward for information in 2015 killing of 15-year-old
Gov. Pat McCrory announced today the state is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever murdered Deyelle Morrisey near 300 Rollingwood Drive on Nov. 23, 2015 -- a case that...Published: Sep 28, 2016 2:53 PM Full Story
Two men arrested after two high-speed chases in Mount Olive
A man eluded police twice Sunday, resulting in two high-speed chases in Mount Olive.According to the Mount Olive Police Department, Nathaniel Bruce Britt, 29, of Albertson, was driving a black Dodge van east on Park Avenue when an officer followed...Published: Sep 28, 2016 1:34 PM Full Story
J.D. Evans portrait unveiled at library
MOUNT OLIVE -- Putting a face with a name is not the usual expression. But the J.D. Evans Community Room received a face when a portrait of the late Evans was unveiled at Steele Memorial Library Tuesday, Sept. 20. "A...Published: Sep 28, 2016 11:14 AM Full Story
Fun Day in the Park Saturday afternoon
MOUNT OLIVE -- The Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Fun Day in the Park from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Westbrook Park, 210 Westbrook St. It is being co-sponsored by The Bridge church, Mount Olive...Published: Sep 28, 2016 11:14 AM Full Story
Calypso firefighters to hold auction
CALYPSO -- The Calypso Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual auction Saturday beginning at 4 p.m. The event raises money to fund the volunteer fire department's general fund, as there is no fire district tax for the area. The...Published: Sep 28, 2016 11:14 AM Full Story
A day for heroes
MOUNT OLIVE -- Mount Olive First Pentecostal Holiness Church recognized local heroes during its 11 a.m. worship service Sunday, Sept. 11, on the 15 anniversary of 9/11. Local heroes -- law enforcement and first-responders -- were addressed by Mount Olive...Published: Sep 28, 2016 11:14 AM Full Story
Men of FIC gives book bags to schools
MOUNT OLIVE -- Mount Olive Middle School Principal Tammy Keel, right, accepts a donation of book bags filled with school supplies from members of the Men of Faith, Integrity and Character, from left, Al Southerland, Vernon Lee, Charlie Galloway and...Published: Sep 28, 2016 11:14 AM Full Story
'Verses and Vittles': Cutting toenails
"Do not judge so that you will not be judged." -- Matthew 7:1 When I married my husband in 1953, I inherited a job right away. It was cutting his toenails. His mother cut them before me. I always thought...Published: Sep 28, 2016 11:14 AM Full Story
Syringe in bra, meth lead to charges
MOUNT OLIVE -- A woman allegedly hid methamphetamine in her mouth, two syringes in her pocket and one syringe in her bra Sunday in Mount Olive. A report from the Mount Olive Police Department said Kathy Harper Letchworth, 43,...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College board talks project slowdown
Requests from the state to make the proposed Advanced Manufacturing Center more energy efficient sparked debate Tuesday night among the Wayne Community College board of trustees, who were concerned about potential slowdowns to the project. The former Cooper Bussmann...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
City hires new tourism director
A marketing and sales professional with local ties has been hired as the Goldsboro travel and tourism director. Ashlin Glatthar, the director of sales and marketing for the Hampton Inn and Best Western Plus hotels in Goldsboro, will start...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Building the fair
A crewman assembles a popular carousel ride at the Wayne Regional Fairgrounds. The fair opens Thursday afternoon and runs through Saturday, Oct. 8. Exhibit and contest submissions are being taken in today from 4 to 8 p.m. and Thursday morning...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Parents raise issue of school's funding
Roughly 40 people met with attorney Glenn Barfield at Wayne Preparatory Academy Tuesday night for about three hours about concerns regarding the school's finances and the school's board of directors, whom Barfield represents. Several parents raised concerns about millions...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Two are charged in sale of drugs
A man and a woman were arrested last Wednesday after a traffic stop on N.C. 111 South and Spring Bank Road during which officers located 9 ounces of cocaine with a street value of $25,200. The Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Council approves streets paving list
The Goldsboro City Council approved its first list of city streets slated for repaving if voters approve a $7 million bond referendum in November. The list was approved Monday in an effort to provide information to city residents prior...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Illuminating the darkness
KINSTON -- Robert Lawrence Jr. spends a moment squinting at the dark canvas before him. He slips on his glasses and cocks his head to the side. With a few strokes from his brush, dipped in his choice of...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Board tables rezoning request
A change in the appearance of a heavily wooded area along Thoroughfare Road prompted the Goldsboro Planning Commission Monday to table a rezoning request tied to a proposed solar farm. Planning Commission member Glenn Barwick said he was concerned...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Eighteen violent criminals attend GPAC call-in
There will come a time for many people when they must make a choice that will determine the course of their lives and the lives of their loved ones. For the 18 violent criminals who attended Tuesday night's Goldsboro Partners...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Paws and Pumpkins slated for Oct. 15
Furever Paws will have a fundraiser Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A Paws and Pumpkins dog adoption and fall event will be held at Waynesborough Park. There will be entertainment, drawings for prizes, face painting and...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Crime of the week
On Friday, Sept. 16, around 3 p.m., a woman reported that she was robbed at gunpoint by two unknown black men at her home in the 400 block of Virginia Street. The men took money from the victim and fled...Published: Sep 28, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Two face cocaine charges
A man and a woman were arrested last Wednesday after a traffic stop on N.C. 111 South and Spring Bank Road during which officers located 9 ounces of cocaine with a street value of $25,200. The Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task...Published: Sep 27, 2016 4:18 PM Full Story
Man arrested for drugs after traffic stop
A traffic stop on Sept. 23 resulted in a Goldsboro man being arrested for possession of heroin, cocaine and marijuana, according to a press release from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office.Charles Albert Stephens, 37, of 130 Vanderbilt Circle, was stopped...Published: Sep 27, 2016 12:45 PM Full Story
Business owners press DOT about signs
Local business owners Monday morning pressed state Department of Transportation officials for prompt action on installing business logo signs near interchanges on the new U.S. 70 Bypass, saying they are suffering as traffic passes them by. They, along with Wayne...Published: Sep 27, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Arrest made in 1987 case
Police say a DNA-match and other evidence led to the arrest of a Goldsboro man Friday in connection with a cold case that dates back nearly 30 years. Sylvester Earl Braswell, 52, of 1903 Palm St., will now answer...Published: Sep 27, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Primary care location to open in Pikeville
PIKEVILLE -- A new primary care physician's office is scheduled to open Oct. 31 in the now closed medical office building on U.S. 117 North in Pikeville. Wayne Memorial Hospital has leased the building from Eastern Medical Associates, said Louis...Published: Sep 27, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Candidates take the floor during forum
GRANTHAM -- Superior Court Judge Arnold Jones raised his right hand Monday night as he asked the crowd of nearly 50 gathered for a candidates forum if they knew about his "situation." His opponent, Will Bland, pointed out that...Published: Sep 27, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Pikeville restaurant damaged by fire
PIKEVILLE -- A fire broke out in the kitchen at El Texano Family Restaurant in Pikeville-Pleasant Grove Saturday afternoon. Pikeville-Pleasantville Grove and Belfast firefighters arrived after they received a call around 5:45 p.m., Pikeville Fire Department assistant chief Jared McPhail...Published: Sep 27, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Delivery truck backs into woman's car
No one was injured Monday afternoon when a flatbed delivery truck backed into a woman's car at 1908 Stephens Court. The wreck occurred at around 4 p.m., as the driver of the Sunbelt Rentals truck was backing out of the...Published: Sep 27, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Arnold Jones pleads not guilty
WILMINGTON -- District 8-B Superior Court Judge Arnold Jones II was arraigned in federal court Monday and entered a not guilty plea on all three charges brought against him in a federal indictment. A federal indictment against Jones for allegedly...Published: Sep 27, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Monday, September 26, 2016
Wilson man charged for possession of methamphetamine
A man was arrested for the possession of methamphetamine by the Goldsboro and Wayne County REACT Team after a traffic stop Friday. Alston Clifton Bass, 20, of 7825 Tedder Road in Wilson was charged with possession of methamphetamine after the REACT...Published: Sep 26, 2016 1:06 PM Full Story
Police arrest man in 1987 rape case thanks to DNA, modern methods
A Goldsboro man was arrested Friday and charged in a rape case which had gone unsolved since 1987, according to a press release from the Goldsboro police department. Sylvester Earl Braswell, 52, of 1903 Palm St., was charged for the nearly...Published: Sep 26, 2016 10:55 AM Full Story
Taste of Wayne returns Oct. 8
It's almost that time again for tasting some of the mouthwatering foods that Wayne County restaurants have to offer. The 26th annual Taste of Wayne will take place Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the block...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
The Bridge goes to Mount Olive
The Bridge Church is adding a third location next month in Mount Olive. The "portable church" concept will be introduced on the campus of the University of Mount Olive, using the Southern Bank Auditorium in Raper Hall. Planting a...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Shriners fish fry is Friday
The Wayne Shrine Club's fall fish fry will be held Friday, Sept. 30 in Goldsboro and Mount Olive. All proceeds go to the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Greenville, S.C. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Man killed in hit and run near U.S. 70
A man was killed Saturday night in a hit-and-run when a person driving a truck hit him as he walked near America's Best Value Inn off of 701 U.S. 70 East. The person driving the truck allegedly left the scene...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Treatment companion
Pain and sickness seemed to leave a patient's room for a moment -- whenever Wendy and Shilah walked in. Wendy, a 6-year-old German shepherd labrador mix, and Shilah, a 5-year-old yellow labrador, visited patients at Wayne Memorial Hospital Wednesday...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Absentee ballots available by request
Absentee voting by mail began Sept. 9 and by this past Friday afternoon 56 voters had already cast their absentee ballots in the Nov. 8 general election. Absentee by mail ballot request forms are available online at www.waynevotes.com or...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
This one didn't get away
Madyson Verneman, 8, holds up a bream that she caught during the Big Cat Fishing Tournament sponsored by the Goldsboro Municipal Golf Course Saturday. It was the only fish Madyson caught all day, but her brother Jackson, 5, also pictured,...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
GPAC call-in Tuesday at City Hall
The Goldsboro Partners Against Crime initiative will notify 18 violent criminals of the consequences of committing another crime during its final call-in of 2016 at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Goldsboro City Hall. The GPAC notification is their last warning and...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Man killed in hit and run
A man was killed Saturday night in a hit-and-run when a person driving a truck hit him as he walked near America's Best Value Inn off of 701 U.S. 70 East.The person driving the truck allegedly left the scene heading...Published: Sep 26, 2016 9:11 AM Full Story
Voting has already begun in Wayne
Absentee voting by mail began Sept. 9 and by this past Friday afternoon 56 voters had already cast their absentee ballots in the Nov. 8 general election. Absentee by mail ballot request forms are available online at www.waynevotes.com or at...Published: Sep 26, 2016 6:55 AM Full Story
Sunday, September 25, 2016
Weather spotter training offered at WCC
Wayne Community College will host training for potential volunteer severe weather spotters on Sept. 28, from 12:30-2 p.m. in Moffatt Auditorium. The National Weather Service will provide its SKYWARN(r) training, which is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Big Sweep starts today
People will be out in full force for two weeks beginning today picking up trash around the county during the 2016 Wayne Big Sweep. Anyone can help clean, said local coordinator Barbara Byers. It could be a business, civic...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Verizon seeks to add store in city
Verizon Wireless is interested in adding a second store in the city at the Shoppes of Goldsboro near the intersection of U.S. 70 and N.C. 581. Site plans for a 3,000-square-foot, single-story retail building will be reviewed by the...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
'Justice for Tiya Prayer Walk'
Community members walk Saturday morning in the "Justice for Tiya Prayer Walk" that started at Dillard Middle School. Atiya Maddox was shot to death in late July and police are still seeking clues that might lead to a suspect in...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Safety and fun
The 18th annual KidsFest kicked off Saturday at Berkeley Mall, and families had more than just fun. They learned how to be safe in their community. Sponsored by the Wayne County Health Department and the Goldsboro Fire Department, the event...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Goldsboro Milling Company celebrates 100 years
Goldsboro Milling Company celebrated it's 100th anniversary Saturday with nearly 450 guests and a mack truck cake to cut. A large white tent shaded guests at 938 Millers Chapel Road, where the president of Goldsboro Milling, Gordon Maxwell, sliced the...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Fair to kick off this week
DUDLEY -- A new 108-foot tall gondola Ferris wheel will tower over the 68th annual Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair that opens its 10-day run Thursday afternoon. But for those not interested in a bird's-eye view of the fair, there...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Aircraft catches fire at SJAFB
An F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft caught on fire at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Friday morning. According to SJAFB public affairs, the airplane's jet fuel starter exhaust caught on fire around 11:05 a.m. Friday. The jet fuel starter is a...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Tractor ride event raises money for Cures for the Colors
MOUNT OLIVE -- Friends and families gathered at the M.F. McCullen Jr. farm at 2616 N.C. 55 East Saturday morning for the second annual Eastern Carolina Tractor Ride, in support of the Cures for the Colors. Hosted by the...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
East Carolina receives high rating by U.S. News & World Report
GREENVILLE -- East Carolina University ranks in the top tier of national universities in a new listing by U.S. News & World Report. In the magazine's 2017 "Best Colleges" guide released online earlier this month, ECU is ranked 210, tied...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Sit, Rover, sit: Class teaches pooches some basic obedience
Carolyn Mitchell's 5-month-old yorkie, Lexi, saw an opportunity to run -- and run she did. "My husband and I were chasing her down the road," Mrs. Mitchell said. "That was quite scary." To keep this from happening again, Mrs. Mitchell...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
DGDC honors Carolina Pine
A game-changer who challenged traditional downtown business concepts was recognized Friday with the Downtown Goldsboro Development Corp.'s most prestigious award. The Carolina Pine Country Store, owned by Kathy Cornelison, captured the DGDC 2016 Outstanding Business of the Year Award....Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Council to talk street paving
The Goldsboro City Council recessed its Sept. 19 meeting and will reconvene Monday night. The council will meet at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 214 N. Center St. The council does not have a set...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Meeting highlights ongoing projects
Members of the Base/Community Council Thursday morning were updated on ongoing projects in Goldsboro, Wayne County and on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Goldsboro Mayor Chuck Allen, Wayne County Commission Chairman Joe Daughtery, Col. Brian Armstrong, vice commander of...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
African Children's Choir concert to be Oct. 2
The African Children's Choir will be in concert at The Lord's Table on Parkway Drive at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 2. The program will feature well-loved children's songs, traditional spirituals and gospel favorites. Concerts are free and open to...Published: Sep 25, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Saturday, September 24, 2016
Fire breaks out at El Texano Family Restaurant
PIKEVILLE -- A fire broke out in the kitchen at El Texano Family Restaurant in Pikeville Saturday afternoon. The fire began in the exhaust hood in the kitchen of the restaurant, said Pikeville-Pleasant Grove Fire Department assistant chief Jared McPhail."Everything is...Published: Sep 24, 2016 7:34 PM Full Story
Friday, September 23, 2016
'Verses and Vittles': If God was a gumball
"For I the Lord do not change." -- Malachi 3:6 When our girls were small, just about everywhere we went they had those gumball machines. Back then you could put in a nickel or a dime, maybe even a penny,...Published: Sep 23, 2016 2:20 PM Full Story
Invention eliminates need to gig flounder
MOUNT OLIVE -- David Turner's newly patented invention could revolutionize the way flounder fishing operates -- for good. Rather than stabbing flounder with a multi-pronged gig and throwing them back in the water because they do not meet the size...Published: Sep 23, 2016 2:15 PM Full Story
Three arrested for drug possession
Three men were arrested Thursday after a traffic stop when deputies found heroin, cocaine and a firearm inside the vehicle.The Wayne County REACT Team stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation. K-9 Ory alerted the deputies conducting the stop to...Published: Sep 23, 2016 12:36 PM Full Story
Woman pleads guilty in worker's death
Tahisha Duckett, 30, pleaded guilty to felony death by motor vehicle in Wayne County Superior Court Thursday in the 2015 death of William "Grey" Bailey. Mrs. Duckett will serve a 64- to 84-month active sentence in prison. She has...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Justice for Tiya Prayer Walk slated for Saturday
A Justice for Tiya Prayer Walk is planned Saturday in support of a 19-year-old who was fatally shot in July. Everlena Eason, organizer of an earlier prayer walk in late July, said the effort needs to continue as many...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Arnold Jones' trial set for Oct. 17
Wayne County Superior Court Judge Arnold O. Jones' trial on charges of allegedly bribing an FBI task force officer to obtain copies of text messages between his wife and another man is set to begin on Oct. 17 in...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wreck on N.C. 111 South sends one to hospital
A three car wreck on N.C. 111 South near St. John's Church Road Thursday afternoon just before 3:30 p.m. sent one person to the hospital and left one car as a total loss. According to North Carolina State Highway Patrolman...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Man charged with stealing tools
A Mount Olive man has been charged by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office in the theft of power tools, lawn and garden equipment and a power washer. Jonathan Wayne Merritt, 58, has been charged with one count each of...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Man charged with stealing rifle
A Goldsboro man allegedly stole a man's rifle, sold it to Four Seasons Sports on Ash Street and was arrested for possessing stolen firearms and crack cocaine. A lieutenant with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office responded to a call of...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Man allegedly assaults woman
A man allegedly damaged a woman's vehicle and then struck her in the side of the head Wednesday around 10:30 a.m., according to a police report. Less Williams, 37, of 414 S. Wooten St., LaGrange, allegedly damaged the drivers door...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Deputy assaulted during traffic stop
A Wayne County sheriff's deputy was assaulted during a DWI traffic stop in Seven Springs, according to an incident report filed with the sheriff's office Wednesday. According to the report, the incident happened Sept. 17 around 2 a.m. on Indian...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Artist to be featured in LaGrange
On Sunday Sept. 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. pastor Ray Teague will be the featured artist at the LaGrange Art Center located at 102 W. Railroad St., LaGrange. Teague serves LaGrange and Institute United Methodist Churches and has lived...Published: Sep 23, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Woman pleads guilty in death of William Bailey
Tahisha Duckett, 30, pleaded guilty to felony death by motor vehicle in Wayne County Superior Court today in the 2015 death of William "Grey" Bailey.Mrs. Duckett will serve a 64 to 84 month active sentence in prison. She has been credited...Published: Sep 22, 2016 2:34 PM Full Story
Man arrested in tool theft
A Mount Olive man has been charged today by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office in the theft of power tools, lawn and garden equipment and a power washer.Jonathan Wayne Merritt, 58, streets of Mount Olive, has been charged with one...Published: Sep 22, 2016 1:21 PM Full Story
WCC offers 'NC Fast' training
Wayne Community College is responding to the implementation of a new eligibility and benefits system in county Division of Social Services (DSS) Offices, by offering courses for potential employees. WCC is joining the state's 57 community colleges in providing universal,...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Sex offender law to be enforced at Wayne fair
[email protected] A new North Carolina sex offender law will affect the Wayne County Regional Agricultural Fair this year. Recent changes were made to North Carolina General Statute 14-208.18, which delineates places where it is unlawful for a sex offender to...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Veteran leader questions Trump's fitness
KENANSVILLE -- A veteran leader Tuesday called into question the qualifications and temperament of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. Former Delta Force Deputy Commander Col. (Ret.) Earl Atkinson made his comments Tuesday afternoon during a press conference outside the...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Foundation of WCC recognizes two instructors
The Foundation of Wayne Community College presented Distinguished Chair awards to two instructors Wednesday afternoon during its annual campus fund drive kick-off. Each fall, the assembly is an opportunity for faculty and staff to gather and generate interest supporting...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Home2 Suites to open after renovation project
A complete overhaul of the Goldsboro Suites along U.S. 70 is planned to continue through the end of the year before the hotel reopens as a Home2 Suites by Hilton. The building roof will start coming off next week,...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
EMS worker allegedly assaulted by patient
A teenager allegedly punched an EMS worker in the face while being treated after he was reportedly found unconscious. Gabriel Brody Carter, 19, of 1603 Cuyler Best Road B3, reportedly refused treatment when he woke up from being unconscious....Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Fire set at Rosewood Middle
[email protected] A fire was set at Rosewood Middle School over the weekend and there are currently no suspects in the case. According to a report filed with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office this week, someone called the sheriff's office Monday...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
DGDC to hold annual banquet
[email protected] The Downtown Goldsboro Development Corp. will have its annual dinner and award ceremony Friday at the Goldsboro Event Center due to the possibility of rain. The event was originally planned to be on the front lawn of the Goldsboro...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
County hires new assistant manager
"I had discussed with you all about the possibility of hiring an interim county manager while we advertise for that position," Wood told the board. Ponder will work with the county between 90 and 120 days and will be paid...Published: Sep 22, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
Wreck causes injuries, slowing traffic on N.C. 111
A car flipped and landed upside down on N.C. 111 near Stoney Creek Church Road early this morning, sending the driver and passenger to the hospital and reducing traffic to one lane for more than an hour.According to North Carolina...Published: Sep 21, 2016 2:39 PM Full Story
Head-on collision sends two to hospital
A head-on collision between a white Ford Explorer and a red Volkswagen Jetta on Salem Church Road near Belfast Road early Tuesday morning sent two people to the hospital.North Carolina Highway Patrolman J.T. Creech said the driver of the Jetta,...Published: Sep 21, 2016 12:59 PM Full Story
Trump attracts thousands to Duplin County for rally
KENANSVILLE -- A boisterous crowd of nearly 6,000 people packed the Duplin County Events Center to hear Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Tuesday. Outside the venue, thousands more gathered around the building, straining to catch part of his...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Court upholds conviction of Metzger
The North Carolina Court of Appeals upheld the first-degree murder conviction of Gary Metzger Tuesday for the 2011 strangulation death of his adopted sister, Jean Hubbard. Metzger, who received a life sentence, appealed his conviction in October of 2014,...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Scenes from downtown
Walnut Street received some dramatized love over the weekend. The fourth season of the "Lovers Lane" web series partially filmed downtown Goldsboro on Saturday, and the show's producer and director, Karlton Clay, couldn't be more proud of the cast and...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
KidsFest slated for this Saturday at Berkeley Mall
KidsFest will take place at Berkeley Mall this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with law enforcement and first responders on scene to educate children and their families about fire, safety and health in a fun and safe...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Two charged in theft of gasoline
Two people were charged by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office for stealing gasoline Monday night just after 9 p.m. According to a report filed with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, Dillon Ellis Myers, 24, of 909 Chestnut St., Fremont,...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Fremont deeds property to group
The Fremont Board of Aldermen formally handed over a property lot to non-profit organization Renewal Place at their meeting Tuesday evening, the latest in a series of steps to allow the organization to build additional housing for low-income people...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Crime of the week
On Aug. 28, a resident of Goldsboro reported leaving their wallet in their unsecured vehicle in the 1600 Block of East Mulberry Street onthe evening of Aug. 27. On Aug. 28, the resident discovered their wallet had been stolen and...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Zoning request garners concern
A proposed event center in a residential area along Leslie Street raised concerns from a group of neighbors during Monday night's Goldsboro City Council meeting. Property owner Patrick Gallagher is asking city officials for a conditional-use permit to operate...Published: Sep 21, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Trump rallies crowd in Kenansville
KENANSVILLE -- A boisterous crowd of nearly 6,000 people packed the Duplin County Events Center to hear Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Tuesday. Outside the venue, thousands more crowded around the building, straining to catch part of his speech...Published: Sep 21, 2016 5:10 AM Full Story
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Court upholds first-degree murder conviction of Gary Metzger
The North Carolina Court of Appeals upheld today the first-degree murder conviction of Gary Metzger for his role in the 2011 strangulation death of his sister, Jean Hubbard.Metzger appealed his conviction in October of 2014.See Wednesday's News-Argus for the complete...Published: Sep 20, 2016 10:46 AM Full Story
Gasoline shortage makes minimal impact locally
In Wayne County, some gas stations have run out of gas, placed restrictions on certain grades of gasoline and limited the amount that customers are able to purchase, but for the most part, the gas shortage due to a...Published: Sep 20, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Several speak against solar farm
Several residents living near the proposed site of a 32-acre solar farm spoke in opposition during a public hearing before the Goldsboro City Council Monday night. Heights Solar Farm is seeking approval of a rezoning request that would change the...Published: Sep 20, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Highway Patrol responds to 14 wrecks Monday afternoon
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to 14 wrecks in roughly three hours and part of Wayne Memorial Drive was closed due to heavy rains and flooding in the area Monday afternoon. Sgt. J.K. Whitley with the Highway...Published: Sep 20, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College nonprofit training available
Wayne Community College Continuing Education Services will offer a certificate program this fall for people who want to start or run a nonprofit organization. The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program consists of 14 class sessions designed to teach how to grow...Published: Sep 20, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
LaGrange man arrested for marijuana
A LaGrange man was arrested Saturday when officers were patrolling Fairview Homes and smelled marijuana near where he was standing. Michael Kevin McGee, 41, of 408 D.W. James St., LaGrange, was allegedly standing outside of his vehicle in Fairview Homes...Published: Sep 20, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wayne Memorial Drive reopened after wrecks cause blockage
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to 14 wrecks in roughly three hours and part of Wayne Memorial Drive was closed due to heavy rains and flooding in the area Monday afternoon. Sgt. J.K. Whitley with the Highway Patrol...Published: Sep 20, 2016 4:56 AM Full Story
Monday, September 19, 2016
Part of Wayne Memorial Drive closed until further notice
A portion of Wayne Memorial Drive has been shut down until further notice due to heavy rains in the area, said North Carolina State Highway Patrol Sgt. J.K. Whitley around 4:45 p.m. this afternoon. The road is closed from...Published: Sep 19, 2016 5:34 PM Full Story
Gas shortage causing little effect locally
In Wayne County, some gas stations have run out of gas, placed restrictions on certain grades of gasoline and limited the amount that customers are able to purchase, but for the most part, the gas shortage due to a gas...Published: Sep 19, 2016 1:57 PM Full Story
Two charged with drug possession
A LaGrange man was arrested Saturday when officers were patrolling Fairview Homes and smelled marijuana near where he was standing.Michael Kevin McGee, 41, of 408 D.W. James St., LaGrange, was allegedly standing outside of his vehicle in Fairview Homes when...Published: Sep 19, 2016 12:14 PM Full Story
Man allegedly assaults officer
A Goldsboro police officer was assaulted after taking a man to the emergency room Sunday night, according to a police report. Robert Fortner, 39, of 809-B Prince Ave., allegedly kicked an officer in the lower abdomen when the officer...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Red Cross offers app to help military, vets
The American Red Cross has unveiled its new free Hero Care mobile application designed to help members of the military, veterans and their families identify and access both emergency and non-emergency Red Cross services from anywhere in the world....Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
County board to honor J.D. Evans
Wayne County commissioners will be in Mount Olive Tuesday to pay tribute to the late J.D. Evans, who served on the board for 12 years. A portrait of Evans will be unveiled and dedicated at 2 p.m. in the...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Place of prayer and film
The Salvation Army is offering two new services to the Wayne County community with a community prayer room and movie night. The prayer room is a place where anyone can go and spend time in prayer. "There's a sign...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Council to revisit solar farm request
The Goldsboro City Council will have a public hearing tonight for a solar farm proposed along Thoroughfare Road that was denied by council in February. The public will have the chance to offer comment during the hearing, which will...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Woman robbed at gunpoint
A woman was robbed at gunpoint behind the Days Inn at 801 U.S. 70 East last Tuesday night around 11:45 p.m. According to a police reportt, the woman was standing on the back side of Days Inn when she was...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College offering nurse aide, phlebotomy courses
Wayne Community College Continuing Education will hold several information sessions for its nurse aide and phlebotomy programs in October. Those interested in enrolling in Nurse Aide I, Nurse Aide II, or Phlebotomy Technician courses in the spring 2017 session...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College to offer continuing education course in September
Wayne Community College Continuing Education has several classes starting that teach computer and occupational skills. They include: Banking 101 (Bank Teller), 6-9 p.m., Mondays and Thursdays, Sept. 26-Nov. 3, $70; CompTIA Cloud+ Cert Prep (online), Sept. 20-Nov. 22, $180;...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
VA appointments changed
FAYETTEVILLE -- Veterans receiving care at Fayetteville VA Medical Center can make appointments with their local VA audiology and optometry clinics without seeing their VA primary care physician first. The direct scheduling initiative is a major change in the way...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Man beaten and robbed on Ash Street
A man was beaten and robbed on East Ash Street last Tuesday around 2:30 p.m. According to a police report, Austin Elliott Harris, 22, was near 2421 E. Ash St. when three people jumped him and took $500 from...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Break-in reported at Eastern Wayne Discount
Someone reportedly broke into Eastern Wayne Discount convenience store at 774 E. New Hope Road some time between last week and stole $1,500, 200 packs of Newport cigarettes, two cartons of Newport cigarettes and seven packs of cigars. An...Published: Sep 19, 2016 9:53 AM Full Story
Gas shortage hits Wayne but pumps still flowing
The gas shortage in the Southeast caused by a pipeline spill in Alabama is having an effect on Wayne County. Some gas stations were selling only certain grades of gasoline early today while others were limiting the amount of gasoline...Published: Sep 19, 2016 6:27 AM Full Story
Gas shortage hits Wayne but pumps still flowing
The gas shortage in the Southeast caused by a pipeline spill in Alabama is having an effect on Wayne County. Some gas stations were selling only certain grades of gasoline early today while others were limiting the amount of gasoline...Published: Sep 19, 2016 6:26 AM Full Story
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Miss Goldsboro contestants being sought
Contestants are being sought for the 2017 Miss Goldsboro and Miss Goldsboro Outstanding Teen pageant, planned for Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Paramount Theatre. Executive Director Shirley Proctor said the pageant is open to ladies between the ages of...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Tractor ride to benefit Cures for Colors
The second annual Eastern Carolina Tractor Ride takes off at the M.F. McCullen Jr. Farm Saturday, Sept. 24, at 2616 N.C. 55 East between Seven Springs and Mount Olive. All of the proceeds from the event go to Cures...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Heroin crisis -- Treatment: Limited options, increased needs
George Carr, licensed clinical social worker and therapist at Waynesboro Family Clinic, says it is heartbreaking to tell an addict there are no beds available in a detox facility. "It is heartbreaking when you have someone in your office that...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Heroin crisis -- Trafficking: Law enforcement efforts
Near the beginning of this year, a man riding an Amtrak to North Carolina from New Jersey ate an orange. He died instantly. His stomach was filled with balloons of heroin he was smuggling into the state, with every...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Heroin crisis -- Addiction: A mother's loss
The ashes of Charlie Bowles sit on his mother's coffee table. Carol Bowles keeps them there, it's where she feels close to him, and in her grief that is what brings her some measure of comfort. On a Wednesday afternoon...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Dunsmore: Transgender issue a 'hot potato'
The issue of transgender students is being taken very seriously by Wayne County Public Schools, Superintendent Dr. Michael Dunsmore said Thursday, calling it a "real hot potato." The discussion has been furthered by recent legislation, potential lawsuits and fallout...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Worrells scholarships awarded
The Patrice Barnes Worrells Scholarship Fund has awarded more than $3,250 in scholarships to six Wayne County Public School graduates. The recipients were Amon McEachern of Goldsboro High School, Bryon Martinez of Southern Wayne High School and Han Wang, John...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Wilson orchestra concert Sept. 29
WILSON -- It's that time of year again. The annual "Downtown" Concert, presented by the Barton College/Wilson Symphony Orchestra, will be held on Thursday, Sept. 29, at 7:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church at 100 Green St. The...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Water line relocation means road upgrade
MOUNT OLIVE -- The pending relocation of a water line signals progress on plans to upgrade U.S. 117 South to Interstate status, Mount Olive Town Manager Charles Brown said last week. The town board awarded a $113,196 contract to...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Sunday in Park to feature poetry
Sunday in the Park will feature the Passionate for Poetry Festival Oct. 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Herman Park. The finale of the Wayne County Reads celebration, which had been postponed earlier, will take place at this...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Shooting leads to charges
One man was arrested on gun-related charges and another cited for marijuana possession Thursday after a drive-by shooting call led to a traffic stop, according to Goldsboro police. Wayne County sheriff's deputies responded to the shooting call at around 12:30...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Pikeville man honors missing Vietnam veterans
PIKEVILLE -- To his friends, Pikeville resident Dennis Lewis is known as a patriot. On Saturday he put that patriotism on full display, as he and several volunteers placed 41 crosses next to his home to honor the 41 North...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Omega Psi Phi leader to visit Goldsboro
Grand Basileus Antonio Knox, international leader of the more than 700 chapters making up the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., will be making a stop in Goldsboro this fall. Knox will serve as keynote speaker for the local chapter,...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
North William Street building collapses
A single-story brick building on North William Street collapsed last week after a deteriorating roof caved in on the aging property. No one was inside or near the building when bricks began to fall from the structure, but concerns about...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Fire sends woman to hospital
A fire at 503 Eunice St. Thursday afternoon just before 5:30 p.m. sent the elderly woman living there to the hospital for smoke inhalation. Firefighters received the call about the fire at 5:23 p.m. Thursday, and had the fire out...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Drug charges filed against man
A Mount Olive man was charged with several drug offenses after he was stopped by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team last week. John Burton Brokenshire, 46, of 3618 Emmaus Church Road, Mount Olive, was stopped Tuesday...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Dollar General grand opening Saturday
PIKEVILLE -- Dollar General will celebrate the opening of its new location at 303 N. Goldsboro St in Pikeville on Saturday, Sept. 24, at 8 a.m. with free prizes and special deals. The first 100 adult shoppers at the...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
The 'car man'
DUDLEY -- Walk through the doors of Elbert Dixon's makeshift garage on U.S. 117 and at first glance, it appears to be a haven for lost parts and unfinished projects. Like the 1928 Model A he started working on about...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Council member seeks to have case dismissed
Goldsboro Councilman Antonio Williams appeared in traffic court Friday for a driving while license revoked charge and sought to have the case dismissed. Williams said he is not guilty of the charges but was unable to have the case dismissed....Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Benefit to honor cancer victim
A fundraiser this week will benefit children with cancer, as well as honoring the memory of a local teen who died of cancer last year. The Kickin Childhood Cancer for Matt Poland will be held Saturday, Sept. 24, from 11:30...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Benefit for children's home Nov. 5
Enjoy an evening of food and family fun at the Wayne County Fairgrounds on Saturday, Nov. 5. Eastern North Carolina barbecue with all the trimmings will be served from 5-7 pm, followed by a concert by the Malpass Brothers...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
African Children's Choir to sing at Lord's Table
The African Children's Choir will be in concert at The Lord's Table on Parkway Drive at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 2. The program will feature well-loved children's songs, traditional spirituals and gospel favorites. Concerts are free and open to...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Two charged with meth possession
Two men were arrested for possession of methamphetamine Wednesday after a traffic stop by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team. Corey Manuel, 33, of 4660 U.S. 117 Alernate, Dudley, and Lloyed Whaley, 57, of 3016 N.C. 111...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Law enforcement appreciation
The Wayne County Association of Realtors sponsored a Law Enforcement Appreciation Cookout on Friday at Herman Park. Members of local law enforcement agencies were treated to a free meal and had a chance to fellowship....Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Woman charged in freezer remains case
A woman was arrested Thursday in connection with the discovery of human remains in a chest freezer at 1723 B Holly St. May 27, according to a press release from the Goldsboro police department. Marcella Jean Lee, 56 of...Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:19 AM Full Story
Saturday, September 17, 2016
Woman charged in case of human remains found in freezer
A woman was arrested Thursday in connection with the discovery of human remains in a chest freezer at 1723 B-Holly St. on May 27, according to a press release from the Goldsboro Police Department. Marcella Jean Lee, 56 of 1721-B...Published: Sep 17, 2016 6:03 PM Full Story
Friday, September 16, 2016
Heroin epidemic: Crisis hits home
As heroin addiction causes more and more reported overdoses in the community, the question of treatment availability and where the drug is coming from resonates. Read the story of a mother's loss due to the devastating addiction, what treatment options are available locally,...Published: Sep 16, 2016 1:29 PM Full Story
Three local women make debut at North Carolina ball
Three young women from Goldsboro recently made their debut at the 90th annual North Carolina Debutante Ball in Raleigh. The formal presentation of 190 young ladies from across the state highlighted last weekend's activities hosted by the Terpsichorean Club...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Son allegedly stabs father
DUDLEY -- A son allegedly stabbed his father in the head with a knife late Thursday night around 9 p.m. in Dudley. According to Detective Eric Pierce with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, Wayne County sheriff's deputies responded to...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Board of Health passes rabies rules
The Wayne County Board of Health passed a rule for rabies postexposure management for dogs and cats Wednesday, without discussion or public input. A public hearing had been announced in advance, but no one showed up to weigh in or...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Judge Arnold Jones to appear in court Sept. 26
An arraignment for Wayne County Superior Court Judge Arnold O. Jones II on bribery charges has been set for Sept. 26 at 10 a.m in federal court in Wilmington. The date on which Jones' trial will start remains undetermined....Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Trump to rally in Duplin County
KENANSVILLE -- Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign swing through North Carolina next week will include a stop in Duplin County. Trump will hold a campaign rally Tuesday, Sept. 20, at the Duplin County Events Center at 195 Fairgrounds Drive...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Teen arrested for meth possession
An 18-year-old was arrested for possession of methamphetamine after a traffic stop Wednesday on Park Avenue. Regan Alexandra Modica, 18, of 859 Parkstown Road, LaGrange, was stopped by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team. A search of...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Search results in arrest of suspect
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office served a search warrant at the Stoney Creek Apartments around 2 p.m. Thursday when they discovered a man there that had allegedly shot at a vehicle on Wayne Memorial Drive earlier that day. Capt....Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Man charged in smoke alarm scam
A Kenly man was arrested Sept. 10 after Fremont residents began complaining that a man was telling them he was with the Summerville Fire Department and was collecting donations for inspecting smoke alarms. Billy Wayne Steen, 41, of 586 Boswell...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Board of Health accepting applications
Applications are being accepted by the Wayne County Board of Health for an unexpired term for a member of the public to serve. The term would be effective immediately. The board meets on the second Wednesday of the month...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Man arrested in Jan. 1 shooting
A man was arrested Sept. 9 on charges stemming from a shooting on Jan. 1, according to a press release from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. According to the press release, sheriff's deputies responded to a shooting call at...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Goldsboro High School alumnus to be honored by North Carolina Central University
Goldsboro High School alumnus Christopher Jones said he is humbled to receive the Forty Under Forty Alumni Award. A graduate of North Carolina Central University, Jones will be honored tonight in Durham, along with 39 other NCCU alumni. Jones, 30,...Published: Sep 16, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Donald Trump to visit Kenansville
KENANSVILLE -- Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign swing through North Carolina next week will include a stop in Duplin County.Trump will hold a campaign rally Tuesday, Sept. 20, at the Duplin County Events Center at 195 Fairgrounds Drive in...Published: Sep 16, 2016 8:24 AM Full Story
Thursday, September 15, 2016
Man charged in smoke alarm scam
A Kenly man has been charged after Fremont residents began complaining that a man was telling them he was with the Summerville Fire Department and was collecting donations for inspecting smoke alarms. Billy Wayne Steen, 41, of 586 Boswell Road,...Published: Sep 15, 2016 1:56 PM Full Story
Hospital project moves forward
Two reimbursement resolutions totaling $45 million were approved Wednesday for two projects at Wayne Memorial Hospital. The bulk, $38 million, is for the planned renovation and expansion of the hospital's surgical suite. The other $7 million is to replace four...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Salvation Army requests help to restock food pantry
The Salvation Army's food pantry, which provides food to the hungry of Wayne County, is bare. "It has been empty for about a month now," said Lt. Sherrie Stokes with the Salvation Army. "We have people coming in every...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wreck snarls traffic on Wayne Memorial
A wreck at the intersection of Wayne Memorial Drive and Country Day Road early Wednesday afternoon disrupted westbound and eastbound traffic for more than an hour. Deanna Leigh Spence, of 109 Club Road, LaGrange, was driving west on Wayne...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
North Berkeley to be completed in October
Crews are in the final stages of the yearlong road widening of North Berkeley Boulevard with an expected completion in October. The surface of the road, from Royall Avenue to New Hope Road, was milled several weeks ago in...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Several eateries get 'B' score
Seven area restaurants scored a "B" during the most recent inspection by the Health Department, Kevin Whitley, environmental health director, told the Board of Health on Wednesday. As part of his report, he noted that there were no grades...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Students charged with damaging patrol car
Three Southern Wayne High School students have been accused of damaging the hood of a Wayne County Sheriff's deputy's car when they stood on top of it to reportedly take a photo to post on Facebook. According to an incident...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Three assaults on women reported
There were three reports of assault on a female filed with the Goldsboro Police Department and the Wayne County Sheriff's Office Tuesday. Around 6 p.m. Tuesday evening James Crawford Sr., 41, of 1709 S. Slocumb St., allegedly got drunk and...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Woman escapes from patrol car
A Cary woman was arrested Tuesday after she reportedly escaped after being arrested for driving a stolen vehicle. According to a press release from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, Christina Jean Manchester, 32, of 1118 Ivey Lane, Cary, was pulled...Published: Sep 15, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
SJAFB exercise may cause delays at gate
Local residents can expect an "aggressive increase of security operations" at all entry points to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, which may cause traffic delays at the gates today. Seymour Johnson Air Force Base announced early this morning a planned,...Published: Sep 15, 2016 8:12 AM Full Story
Wreck snarls traffic on Wayne Memorial Drive
A wreck at the intersection of Wayne Memorial Drive and Country Day Road early Wednesday afternoon disrupted westbound and eastbound traffic for more than an hour. Deanna Leigh Spence, of 109 Club Road, LaGrange, was driving west on Wayne Memorial...Published: Sep 15, 2016 5:55 AM Full Story
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Berkeley Boulevard work progresses
Work is progressing along North Berkeley Boulevard, from Royall Avenue to New Hope Road, with officials anticipating the completion of the road-widening project in October. Read the full story in Thursday's edition of the Goldsboro News-Argus....Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
Everyone can be a hero in waiting
DUDLEY -- The United States changed forever 15 years ago, Southern Wayne High School Principal Dr. John Boldt said. Addressing the school's student body Friday morning during the school's 14th annual 9/11 ceremony, Boldt told students that the terrorist attack...Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
Community builds Calypso playground
CALYPSO -- Community volunteers, including members of the University of Mount Olive baseball teams, turned out Friday and Saturday to build a new playground at Albritton Park. The playground equipment company representatives arrived Thursday to map out the site and...Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
Tractor ride to benefit Cures for the Colors
MOUNT OLIVE -- Hop on a big, green tractor -- or a blue one, or one of any color -- and take a slow ride for a great cause. The second annual Eastern Carolina Tractor Ride takes off at the...Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
A time for unity, fun and reflection
MOUNT OLIVE -- The Unity organization's ninth annual Sunday in the Park community celebration took on added significance this year as those on hand for the festivities also took time to remember 9/11. Hundreds crowded into Westbrook Park from 2...Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
'Verses and Vittles': The house on the hill
"In My Father's house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you." -- John 14:2 I grew up in what we call the big house. Right across the road in front of our...Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
Resolved never to forget
MOUNT OLIVE -- Robin McSwain shakes her head in disbelief as she recounts comments by what she calls a "big official" who said it is time for the country to put 9/11 behind it and move on. Mrs. McSwain and...Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
Town to apply for $3 million in grants
MOUNT OLIVE -- Mount Olive will apply for up to $3.2 million in Clean Water State Revolving Funds for two separate sewer projects. The first grant is for $1.2 million and would be used to identify and repair leaking sewer...Published: Sep 14, 2016 11:57 AM Full Story
Roy Cooper makes stop in Goldsboro
"Thank you, thank you," Democratic gubernatorial nominee Roy Cooper said as nearly 50 of the party faithful broke into applause and cheers as he talked about education spending, fair taxes and the need for the state to work for...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
SJAFB commander talks employment and education
Col. Christopher Sage, 4th Fighter Wing commander, took the helm of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in July and with that job, he also became one of the driving leaders in Goldsboro and Wayne County. From furthering local education...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
$1 million loan to help with ag center
Tri-County Electric Membership Corp. in Dudley will receive a $1 million zero-interest federal loan that it will in turn loan to Wayne County to help with construction of the Maxwell Regional Agricultural and Convention Center. The 10-year loan to...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Two injured after truck t-bones S10 on U.S. 70
Two people were taken to Wayne Memorial Hospital after a wreck on U.S. 70 East at Piney Grove Church Road Tuesday afternoon around 3 p.m. The wreck happened near Dan Wise Chevrolet and Down East Furniture when a red...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Schools' enrollment numbers dip
Enrollment numbers at Wayne County Public Schools dipped by 1 percent over the previous year, officials announced Tuesday. Monday was the 10th day of classes for schools on the traditional schedule. Districts across the state use the marker to...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Hog truck overturns on U.S. 13 at Herring Road
A hog truck overturned on U.S. 13 South at Herring Road around 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, killing 36 hogs and causing traffic to be blocked at Providence Church Road and immediately before the wreck at Herring Road. Charles Ray Cooper, 41,...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
City to host NC Child meeting
Goldsboro is among cities chosen to host a meeting to bring leaders and families together to discuss the need for county-based child advocacy organizations. NC Child is convening the series of community sessions aimed at building opportunities for children...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
False alarm causes exodus
A false fire alarm at Anchor Coupling Inc. at 106 Industry Court Tuesday morning caused about 30 employees to be evacuated from the building. The false alarm was triggered around 9:45 a.m. Tuesday by the city's sewer smoke testing program,...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Crime of the week
On July 25, officers of the Goldsboro Police Department received a report of a break-in in the 300 Block of Wilmington Avenue where a suspect(s) stole a ladder, drill and a saw. Further investigation into the matter lead to warrants...Published: Sep 14, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Hog truck overturns, animals roam highway
A hog truck overturned on U.S. 13 South at Herring Road around 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, causing hogs to roam the highway and traffic to be blocked. About two dozen hogs wandered around the highway outside of the truck after it...Published: Sep 14, 2016 4:55 AM Full Story
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Col. Christopher Sage discusses base, community relationship
Col. Christopher Sage, 4th Fighter Wing commander, took the helm of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in July and with that job, he has also become one of the driving leaders in Goldsboro and Wayne County.With 80 percent of the...Published: Sep 13, 2016 12:17 PM Full Story
Constitution Day to be celebrated with voter registration drive at Wayne Community College
Wayne Community College will hold a voter registration drive and give mock citizenship quizzes to celebrate Constitution Day on Wednesday, Sept. 14. Both activities are open to the community as well as the college's students and employees. The Wayne...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Pickleball players await decision on courts, funds
Local pickleball players are waiting for the tennis courts at the Goldsboro Event Center to be replaced with long-lasting pickleball courts. USA Pickleball Association Ambassador of Wayne County Susan Moneypenny said North State Resurfacing Co. of Wilmington estimated the...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Parents arrested on drug charges
A mother and father were arrested for alleged heroin possession after being found passed out in their car at 2002 Wayne Memorial Drive with their 3-year-old child in the car. Steven Britt McCullen, 27, of 1116 Stan Ray Road,...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Councilman Antonio Williams holds closed-door meeting
Goldsboro City Councilman Antonio Williams held a closed-door meeting in City Hall Monday after posting a Facebook video claiming he's being unfairly treated following recent charges of failure to appear in court. Williams said in a Sunday Facebook video...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Input sought on needs of Slocumb Street neighborhood
The Goldsboro Community Relations Department will seek community input on current and future needs within the southside Slocumb Street neighborhood during a meeting Thursday night. The public briefing and input meeting will be from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
New art pieces to go on display
Downtown Goldsboro will have several new public art pieces on display in the fall with the addition of a locally crafted piece by a Pikeville steel fabrication company. Julie Metz, the city's downtown development director, recently told the Goldsboro...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Two charged with drug possession
Two women were arrested Sept. 4 on charges related to trafficking opiates after deputies with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office discovered opiates during a traffic stop. Angela Suggs Craig, 36, of 218 Pine Tree Lane, Dudley, and Katrina Sue Harris,...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Mount Olive to apply for up to $3.2 million for sewer
MOUNT OLIVE -- Up to $3.2 million in Clean Water State Revolving Funds is being sought by the town of Mount Olive for two separate sewer projects. The first grant is for $1.2 million and would be used to...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Two charged in heroin possession
A Raleigh woman and a Clayton man were arrested during a traffic stop Sunday on heroin charges. Elizabeth Michelle Amon, 21, of 6820 Whispering Fall Run, Raleigh, and Blake Michael Morden, 31, of 12 E. Smoketree Court, Clayton, were...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Goldsboro man charged with multiple offenses
A Goldsboro man was arrested and charged with multiple drug offenses after a traffic stop on Sept. 7, according to a press release from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Robert Lee Cole, 22, of 806-B Olivia Lane, was stopped by...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Drugs are seized, driver is charged
A traffic stop on Sept. 5 yielded sheriff's deputies seizing a large amount of drugs from a LaGrange man's car, a press release from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office says. According to the release, Michael Jashon Collie, 33, of...Published: Sep 13, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Board cancels meeting
The Wayne County Board of Elections meeting scheduled for 3 p.m. today has been canceled. For more information, call 919-731-1411...Published: Sep 13, 2016 7:08 AM Full Story
Monday, September 12, 2016
Post 11 breaks ground for Walk of Honor
DUDLEY -- Ground was broken Saturday afternoon for the Walk of Honor at American Legion Post 11 as part of the celebration of its founding in September of 1919. Flags representing the different branches of the armed forces ringed...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
Council talks limiting parking
Goldsboro officials are considering restricting downtown parking that could limit the amount of time downtown employees, visitors and others park along city streets. Ideas about limiting parking into hourly blocks and questions about whether the parking restrictions could be...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
'Walking field trip' available at STARS
FREMONT -- Fremont STARS Elementary School features a "walking field trip" of the state of North Carolina. The hallways of the second floor of the school are adorned with colorful depictions of the state's rich heritage -- from the...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
To wed again
Annie Ruth Herring is getting married. The beaming bride-to-be extended her left hand to show off her diamond ring, a broad smile breaking out across her face. Her longtime beau popped the question a few weeks ago, she said....Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
Exchanges investigated as scams
Scams Goldsboro police are investigating two incidents in which someone took items from Walmart on U.S. 70 West and returned them for cash. A man and woman took an iPod case then returned the case as if they had purchased...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
University of Mount Olive welcomes musical group
MOUNT OLIVE -- The University of Mount Olive is set to hold a concert featuring Ed Stephenson and the Paco Band at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, in the Hazel Waters Kornegay Assembly Hall at 207 Wooten St. The...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
Woman says man pointed handgun
Assault A Goldsboro woman was advised by Goldsboro police to secure a warrant against the man she said pointed a handgun at her. Kimberly Nicole Jones, 33, 305 Mercer St., told police that the man pulled his vehicle up to...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
Pet adoption event set for Saturday
If you're a proud pet owner or would like to be, mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 17, when the Tractor Supply Co. store will be celebrating your furry friends for Pet Appreciation Week's Main Event. The event will include...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
Operation Medicine Drop to be held at Kids Fest Sept. 24
What do you do with those old pills that collect in your medicine cabinet or kitchen? Some people keep them in case they need the medicine down the road while others leave them in the cabinet or flush them...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
Multiple shots fired within city limits over the weekend
Justin Xavier Sutton, 19, allegedly grabbed his mother's 9mm handgun from her bedroom Sunday around noon and fired two shots toward her inside the house. According to Goldsboro Police Maj. Anthony Carmen, the woman was not injured in the...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
AgCarolina grant deadline is Oct. 14
AgCarolina Farm Credit is accepting grant applications through Oct. 14 for programs benefitting farmers and rural residents in its 34-county service area in eastern North Carolina. Grants are available up to $5,000 per organization for programs in one of four...Published: Sep 12, 2016 10:11 AM Full Story
Sunday, September 11, 2016
WWII lecture Monday
America entered World War II on December 7, 1941 when Japanese forces attacked Pearl Harbor. But Europe had already been at war for two years and the Pacific was at war years before that. On Monday at 7 p.m. in...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Wendy's reopens this week
A renovation project at Wendy's restaurant on North Berkeley Boulevard is nearly complete with a re-opening planned this week. Site preparations have also started for a new Wendy's in the Rosewood community. Remodeling of the 108 N. Berkeley Blvd. started...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Remembering 9/11
For Wayne Community College public safety students, never forgetting Sept. 11 means finding common ground with those who gave their lives 15 years ago. The school hosted its annual memorial stair climb event at its campus Friday, with 38 participants...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Two die in head-on collision
Two people are dead after a head-on collision on Salem Church Road Friday evening about 5 p.m. Grace Lane Edwards, 51, of Pikeville, and Jerry Lewis Davis, 58, of Goldsboro, died in the wreck, according to the North Carolina State...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Town's Antiques closes its doors
Denny and Wendy Town decided to close up shop after working in the antique business 46 years. The owners of Town's Antiques at 107 N. Center St. recently closed the businesses after deciding to retire. "This is all we've ever...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Wayne County grand jury indicts 38
A Goldsboro man has been indicted on an attempted first degree murder charge Tuesday by the Wayne County grand jury. Jonathan Douglas Seaman, 33, 421 Charlie Braswell Road, allegedly attacked and strangled a woman at her home on Jan. 28,...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Sheriff clarifies statement
Wayne County Sheriff Larry Pierce refutes the notion that he said anything to indicate Goldsboro City Councilman Antonio Williams' charges of failure to appear in court would have been cleared after speaking with him, as Williams claimed in a story...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Part of 70 named in memory of Bailey
A section of the new U.S. 70 Bypass will be named in memory of a Kenly man who was killed last year while working on the highway. The N.C. Transportation Board Thursday agreed to name the section of the...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Man injured after wreck
Wayne County EMS loads Bertin Santibanez, 22, of Pikeville, into the back of an ambulance after he rolled over a Kia Rio Saturday evening at 6415 Wayne Memorial Drive just before 6. Santibanez was traveling south when he ran off...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Man conceals stolen items
A man was detained by a Walmart loss prevention officer after he allegedly stuffed a pair of men's crew socks, a Timex watch and a pack of hamburger meat into the waistband of his shorts. Goldsboro police were called...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Groups hold fundraisers to support teen's treatment
Mary Lindsey Edwards was a typical teenager, full of energy, dancing at a local studio and making plans to attend college. A couple of years ago, a devastating disease changed all that, putting her in a wheelchair unable to...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Heroes Sports Oyster Bar and Grill now open on Ash
Heroes Sports Oyster Bar and Grill is now open on Ash Street in the former Pizza Inn building. The restaurant, previously located near Lowe's Home Improvement store on North Berkeley Boulevard, has moved to 3009 E. Ash St. in...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Pikeville's Dollar General to open soon
PIKEVILLE -- Employees of the Dollar General store in Pikeville worked Friday to open a new store on Goldsboro Street, in the former Walmart Express building, but continued to run into last-minute computer glitches. By late Friday, Mike Moore,...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Center Stage Theatre new season to begin with 'Into the Woods'
A strange take on fairy tales, a dog's love and an old scrooge -- all of this will be part of Center Stage Theatre's new season of shows. "We've got some awesome shows this year," said CST president Cathy Woods,...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Poultry party
Michael Elzey was confident he could have handily scratched out the Beak Week wing-eating contest to claim the $100 prize Saturday. But he was not upset when the contest was canceled because of a shortage of contestants. It just...Published: Sep 11, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Friday, September 9, 2016
Two dead after fatal wreck on Salem Church Road
Two people are dead after a head-on collision on Salem Church Road Friday evening around 5 p.m. Grace Lane Edwards, 51, of Pikeville, and Jerry Lewis Davis, 58, of Goldsboro, died in the wreck, according to the North Carolina State...Published: Sep 9, 2016 7:11 PM Full Story
County anticipates increased workload for WayneNET, plans to hire 30 employees
Wayne County will spend more than $600,000 to hire up to 30 part-time employees and add vehicles for its Wayne Non-Emergency Transport operation in anticipation of the possible doubling of its transport load due to the closing of Johnston...Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:05 AM Full Story
Professional Fowl Play
About two dozen doctors and lawyers took to the field at the Boys & Girls Club of Wayne County Thursday in a rival softball game to benefit charity. The teams -- the Quacks and Sharks -- battled for the...Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Man cleared of chase accusation
Wayne County Sheriff's Office investigators have cleared Thurman Ray Royal in connection with a high-speed chase Wednesday night that involved a number of law enforcement vehicles. All charges against Royal have been dropped, said Maj. Tom Effler today, and authorities...Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Teacher injured in fight
A teacher at Goldsboro High School sustained minor injuries during a fight between students Tuesday afternoon, a police report says. Jennifer Edwards, 35, was reportedly kicked in the back of the knee during a fight between two students during a...Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Man accused of skipping fee
A man has been accused of taking his truck from George's Body Shop without paying the towing fee required to legally get his truck back. According to a report, John Christian Harrell's truck was towed to George's Body Shop...Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Financial card fraud charged
Colby Tyler Warren, 23, of 1228 Gurley Dairy Road, Pikeville has been charged with financial card theft and fraud. He was placed under a $3,000 bond. Wayne County sheriff's deputies made the charges following an investigation into the theft of...Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Drug charges filed
A man was arrested and charged with drug offenses in Pikeville Aug. 29 after a traffic stop, according to a press release from the Pikeville police department. According the to release, officer H.C. Graham was driving along US 117/Pearl St....Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Diamond ring missing
A woman reported to police Tuesday that her diamond ring had been stolen while she was with friends on Sept. 3. The woman told police she was at a residence on Stephens Street when the ring went missing. According...Published: Sep 9, 2016 10:04 AM Full Story
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Man arrested on rape charge
A Goldsboro man was arrested Wednesday and charged with second-degree forcible rape. According to a press release from the Goldsboro Police Department, the alleged rape occurred on Aug. 25. TLee Rodriquez Williams, 31, of 720 E. Walnut St. Apt. C,...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Tools stolen from JAS
Nearly $7,000 worth of tools, bags and drawer locks were stolen from Johnston Ambulance Service Fleet Maintenance some time between Monday morning and Tuesday morning. According to a report filed on the incident with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office,...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Pizza delivery man robbed at gunpoint
MOUNT OLIVE -- A man robbed a Domino's Pizza driver at gunpoint Tuesday night on the 300 block of South Johnson Street, according to a report filed by the Mount Olive Police Department. The report said someone ordered a...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Woman accused of shoplifting
A Smithfield woman has been accused of attempting to steal personal hygiene items from the Family Dollar store on Wayne Memorial Drive. Kacee Leigh Marlow, 29, of 10 Partridge Lane, Smithfield, was cited for larceny after allegedly stashing a facial...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Duplin murderer dies at age 79
A former Mount Olive preacher who served 23 years in prison for the 1981 stabbing and beating death of a Duplin County businesswoman has died. Clarence Sheldon Howard, 79, died Aug. 17. The obituary did not list where Howard...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Attempt to avoid checkpoint results in high speed chase
A man is on the run after a high speed chase late Wednesday night between law enforcement and a man allegedly fleeing a DWI checkpoint spanned 15 miles through the city and county and ended when the car being chased...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Teacher quality becomes focus
The Wayne County school board approved a plan earlier this week to improve teacher and principal quality and discussed an alternative to destroying outdated textbooks. Dr. Yvette Mason, assistant superintendent for human resources, presented an overview of the goals and...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Councilman Antonio Williams charged with two counts of failure to appear
Goldsboro City Council member Antonio Williams was charged Tuesday with two counts of failure to appear in court. Warrants were served on Williams at the Wayne County Magistrate's Office when the Goldsboro Police Department received a call that Williams was...Published: Sep 8, 2016 9:42 AM Full Story
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Hospital gets high rating in treatment
Wayne Memorial Hospital has been recognized as a high-performing hospital for 2016-17 for treating patients with congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The ranking by U.S. News & World Report was announced Tuesday by the hospital....Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
County officials tour new detention center
Several of those touring the nearly completed Carey A. Winders Detention Center Tuesday morning joked that they did not like the sound of the heavy cell door slamming shut -- even though they were not inside it. And in...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Man is charged in two shootings
A man has been charged in an Aug. 29 shooting at 105 Carraway Creek Drive that left himself, his wife and his mother-in-law injured. Danielle Duboris Vann, 35, of 105 Carraway Creek Drive, Dudley, was released from Wayne Memorial Hospital...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Skateboarding on downtown sidewalks is now banned
The Goldsboro City Council approved an ordinance amendment Tuesday that clearly bans skateboards from downtown sidewalks. The council discussed the change during its work session and adopted the change during its regular meeting. During the work session, Councilman Antonio...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Board of Education approves pay raises
The Wayne County Board of Education voted Monday night to match a 1.5 percent pay raise for classified employees, retroactive to July 1. Those benefiting from the action include bookkeepers, secretaries, data managers, transportation and bus drivers, cafeteria workers,...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Beak Week events begin
A wing-eating contest, barbecue cookoff, live music and plenty of activity will fill downtown Goldsboro during the third annual Beak Week Friday and Saturday. Events will also take place throughout the week, leading up to the main street festival Saturday....Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Barn fires burn around 5,000 pounds of tobacco
A fire Tuesday night at 1547 N.C. 55 West caused farmer Glenn Jones to lose roughly 5,000 pounds of tobacco that was being stored in curing barns. The fire happened some time between 9 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tuesday....Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Pikeville meeting becomes heated
PIKEVILLE -- The Pikeville community center was unusually crowded Tuesday evening during the monthly town board meeting, where the board discussed funding options for a new town hall building project. The gathered Pikeville citizens were split in their opinions...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
'Verses and Vittles': Hold the fork
"He who is slow to anger has great understanding, But he who is quick-tempered exalts folly." -- Proverbs 14:29 They were young, not married too long when it happened. I don't know if he was playing or if she had...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
A family of music
FAISON -- The Bullard family of Faison loves to make music together. The entire family of father, mother, sons and a set of grandparents all play musical instruments. The family members began playing instruments at various ages in their lives,...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
New energy from the old school
MOUNT OLIVE -- Henrietta Highsmith Williams, who died in 2004 at the age of 107, left a legacy of community service. It is a legacy that members of the Men of Faith, Integrity and Character say they are committed to...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Annual event to remember 9/11
MOUNT OLIVE -- The Unity organization's annual Sunday in the Park will remember the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Organizers decided that should be the theme for the ninth annual event since it will fall on Sunday, Sept. 11. It will be...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Crime of the week
On Wednesday, Aug. 31, at approximately 9 p.m. employees of the ABC store located at 1316 W. Grantham St. reported a black man dressed in dark clothing came into the store, pointed a handgun at them and demanded money. The...Published: Sep 7, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Fair drawing near
DUDLEY -- People looking for thrilling rides to stimulate their senses and/or food to excite their taste buds will find both and much more during the 68th Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair. And they don't have long to wait -- the...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
USDA providing farm loans to 1,900
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency administrator Val Dolcini Friday announced that additional funding will be made available to assist more than 1,900 approved applicants who are awaiting farm operating loans. The funds, which were reprogrammed by FSA...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Three car wreck on Patetown
A three-car wreck on Patetown Road in front of Wayne Preparatory Academy kindergarten around 8 a.m. this morning sent two people to the hospital. According to state Highway Patrol Sgt. J.K. Whitley, a woman driving a white Honda Crosstour had...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Thieves use garbage can to haul off loot
A city garbage can appears to have been used as a getaway vehicle by two thieves to haul off nearly $2,400 in items taken during a break-in at the home of Joseph Guevremont, 28, 1512 Palm St. Guevremont told...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Shots reported fired but no evidence found
Goldsboro police responded to two different reports of shots fired over the Labor Day weekend, but could find no evidence of either. The first call of a single gunshot was around 5:09 a.m. Sunday on West Vine St. Officers...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Ceremony will remember 41 soldiers still missing
PIKEVILLE -- Dennis Lewis wants people to remember the 41 North Carolina Vietnam veterans still missing in action -- particularly the three from Wayne County. On Saturday, Sept. 17, Lewis will erect 41 crosses next to his Pikeville home not...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Theft of farm equipment under investigation
PIKEVILLE -- The Pikeville Police Department is investigating the larceny of farm equipment which occurred Aug. 19 at a local business, according to a press release. According to the release, two men entered Suggs Auto Sales at approximately 2:30 a.m....Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Goldsboro Pediatric Dentistry expected to open downtown
A new pediatric dental practice is headed to downtown Goldsboro with plans to occupy the former Carolina Power and Light building on South Center Street. Goldsboro Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics plans to open in about six months at 300...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Theft of microphone at Walmart thwarted
Two men allegedly attempted to steal a microphone from Walmart last week, but returned the item once they were confronted by an employee. According to a police report on the incident, two black males entered the store and removed a...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Man charged with possession of marijuana
A Mount Olive man was arrested after Goldsboro police found marijuana during a vehicle search Saturday evening. Kayloe Lamont Middleton, 34, 1530 Indian Springs Road, Mount Olive, was charged with possession with intent to sell and deliver a schedule...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Dialysis patient accused of assault
A patient at DaVita Dialysis has been accused of assaulting a worker that was attempting to treat him. According to a police report on the incident, a worker saw that Ralph Odom was attempting to "pull out his needle lines"...Published: Sep 6, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Man charged in Carraway Creek Drive shootings
A man has been charged in an Aug. 29 shooting at 105 Carraway Creek Drive that left himself, his wife and his mother-in-law injured. Danielle Duboris Vann, 35, of Carraway Creek Drive, Dudley, was released from Wayne Memorial Hospital on...Published: Sep 6, 2016 10:42 AM Full Story
Monday, September 5, 2016
Reading Between the Wines fundraiser scheduled for Sept. 24
The fifth annual Reading Between the Wines, a fundraiser for Literacy Connections of Wayne County, will take place Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Each year the event is held at a local historical home. This year it will be at...Published: Sep 5, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Council to consider ban on skateboards downtown
A city ordinance would ban skateboards, roller skates and scooters from downtown sidewalks and city property pending approval by the Goldsboro City Council Tuesday. City Manager Scott Stevens said the ordinance change seeks to clarify city rules, which officials already...Published: Sep 5, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Commissioners to tour new jail Tuesday
Wayne County commissioners on Tuesday will tour the Carey A. Winders Detention Center that is scheduled to open in October. The $10 million facility is named in memory of Winders, who served as sheriff for nearly 20 years. Winders,...Published: Sep 5, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Man and woman charged
A man who fled from the scene after being approached by an off-duty officer in reference to several outstanding warrants was able to elude police Friday. He was later captured following a tip to his whereabouts. Also arrested was...Published: Sep 5, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Old Navy store to hold kids' safety event
The Old Navy store in Goldsboro will be holding its annual kids safety event on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. in the parking lot of the business on North Berkeley Boulevard. The event is held to...Published: Sep 5, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Deer harvest up in 2015-16
RALEIGH -- During the 2015-2016 hunting season, hunters across the state reported harvesting 162,558 deer, a 5.8 percent increase over the previous season. Although the number of deer harvested grew, it was 3.9 percent below the 10-year average. "Although trends...Published: Sep 5, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Break-in reported, items stolen
Joesph Guevremont, 28, of Palm Street, said he arrived home from work and found a rear door and window to a back bathroom broken in, with $200 worth of damage to the window and the following items taken: a $400...Published: Sep 5, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, September 4, 2016
Reward in killing increased
The city of Goldsboro held a press conference Aug. 5 addressing recent violence in the city. Specifically, it was announced that that the city had received $25,000 in pledged donations from six local businesses, individuals, the Friends of Seymour...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Pork Council pledges $125,000 for UMO scholarship
MOUNT OLIVE -- The N.C. Pork Council has pledged $125,000 to the University of Mount Olive to establish the N.C. Pork Council Scholarship Endowment. The first scholarship will be awarded during the 2017-2018 academic year. "We are so appreciative...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Police job fair to be held Sept. 14
The Goldsboro Police Department will be holding a police job fair on Wednesday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. and again from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Goldsboro Event Center at 1501 S. Slocumb St. The department...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Mickey's celebrating 70 years
Mickey's Pastry Shop has been baking sweet treats for Wayne County residents for 70 years. The family-owned business has seen three generations of bakers turning out everything from cream puffs and cupcakes to wedding cakes and holiday pies. It...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Council to consider new art Tuesday
Three public art pieces have been picked for downtown Goldsboro and will be presented to the Goldsboro City Council Tuesday. The council also plans to consider site plans for a new middle school at the Wayne Preparatory Academy, a...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Hermine leaves little mark on Wayne
Wayne County dodged a bullet this weekend, when the tropical storm downgraded from Hurricane Hermine status blew across North Carolina. Local emergency management agencies had met Thursday to discuss strategies should winds and rains wreak havoc on the area. But...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
University of Mount Olive STEM camp for third-graders
MOUNT OLIVE -- The University of Mount Olive will host 750 Wayne and Duplin County third-graders from area Wayne and Duplin County schools Friday, Sept. 16, for a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fair, called STEM on the...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Shred-a-thon Sept. 24
Southern Bank of Goldsboro will host a shred-a-thon on Saturday, Sept. 24 beginning at 9 a.m. The bank's office is located at 2501 E. Ash St. The event is scheduled to end at 1 p.m., or earlier if the shred-it...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
School means immunizations
RALEIGH -- With the start of the new school year the Department of Human Services' Division of Public Health reminds parents and guardians of the importance of vaccinations for school-aged children. Whether children are home-schooled or attend a public,...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Public hearing on rabies scheduled
A public hearing will be held during this month's Wayne County Board of Health meeting, to discuss a proposed rule for postexposure management of rabies for cats and dogs. The board meets Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 12:15 p.m. in the...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Military health care town hall planned
The commanding officer of Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, Capt. Jim Hancock, will host a military retiree health care town meeting on Sept. 15 at 2 p.m. All area military retirees are cordially invited to attend. The meeting will be held...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Man sentenced for selling cocaine
RALEIGH -- The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina announced that in federal court on August 30 John Abney Sr., 54, of Pollocksville was sentenced to 300 months imprisonment for selling cocaine. Abney pleaded guilty...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Man is charged on several warrants
A man with several outstanding warrants was arrested Thursday after leading officers on a vehicle and foot chase, according to a press release from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Tyrik Deontre Joyner, 20, of 1807 Day Circle was arrested and...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Little Washington reunion held
Stormy weather did not deter the gathering of former Little Washington residents on Saturday. The 13th annual reunion of the former Goldsboro community that ran from U.S. 117 South to Center Street was held on familiar ground at H.V. Brown...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Habitat for Humanity builds
Habitat for Humanity will hold its first-ever Teacher Build on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. There is a $25 donation required to participate. Lunch and t-shirts will be provided. The home is located at 809 Weaver...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Consumers warned of post-storm scams
North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper is warning consumers to be on the lookout for scams that could follow Tropical Storm Hermine. "Those hit by storms can suffer again when scammers target families, businesses and communities working to recover from...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Boy, 8, hurt at Busco Beach
An 8-year-old boy was taken to Wayne Memorial Hospital on Saturday, after a report was called in about a possible drowning at Busco Beach, officials said. Wayne County Sheriff's Office deputies and Wayne County EMS responded to the scene...Published: Sep 4, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Friday, September 2, 2016
Schools release early due to storm
Due to the threat of high winds and rain later today, officials at Wayne County Public Schools announced this morning that schools will dismiss three hours early, with all school activities for this evening and Saturday also canceled. Officials...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Local offices to close Monday
Local, state and federal offices, banks and post offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Wayne Community College and the Wayne County Public Schools and the school system's central office will be...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Hermine coming for North Carolina
Gov. Pat McCrory issued a state of emergency late Thursday for 33 North Carolina counties, including Wayne, as the area remains under a flash flood watch and wind advisory through Saturday morning. Heavy rains, strong winds and flash flooding, which...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Science teacher goes to space camp
Space camp. It's a science-minded kid's dream, a near-mythological place of adventure in the far-off land of Huntsville, Ala. So, when Grantham Middle School science teacher Heidi Barber had the chance to go to camp in the first week...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Teenager charged in larceny and killing dog
A teenager has been charged in a larceny and dog slaying incident that occurred late last month. On Wednesday, Jalen Devon Taylor, 16, of 3201 Cashwell Drive, Apartment E, was charged with breaking and entering, larceny of a firearm,...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Lineup announced for Dancing Stars of Wayne
On the heels of this week's splashy announcement about the cast in the upcoming TV season of "Dancing With the Stars," the Wayne County version began working on one of its own Wednesday afternoon. A kickoff meeting was held...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Schools' grades show little change
Wayne County Public Schools' report card remained consistent with last year's outcomes, with the graduation rate dipping slightly and more students earning certifications in such areas as career and technical concentrations. The Performance and Growth of North Carolina Public...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Wilson driver's license office to close temporarily
The Wilson driver's license office will temporarily close for equipment installation and renovations on Thursday, Sept. 8. It is scheduled to reopen on Monday, Sept. 12, at 8 a.m. The Wilson office, located at 1822 Goldsboro St. SW, is...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Two charged in armed robbery
Two men were arrested after an alleged vehicle and foot chase on Aug. 26 and charged in connection with an armed robbery. Isiah Jarad Jacobs, 23, of 611 Isler St., was charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon, possession of...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Man charged with multiple offenses
A man was charged with a multitude of crimes Thursday, according to a press release from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Christopher Lee Cantrell, 21, of 107 Southern Pine Road, was charged with felony breaking and entering, felony larceny, felony...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Highway Patrol offers school bus safety tips
RALEIGH-- With the beginning of school, more than one million students will be attending North Carolina's public schools. With that brings an increase of school buses on the state's roads. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data, 327...Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Little Washington Reunion moved due to weather
Due to inclement weather, the Little Washington Reunion will be moved from Waynesborough Park to the H.V. Brown Park Saturday. The event will begin at 1 p.m....Published: Sep 2, 2016 1:16 PM Full Story
Thursday, September 1, 2016
Police arrest man on statutory rape charge
A Goldsboro man was arrested Tuesday on allegations of the statutory rape of a 15-year-old girl. Richard Lee Cutshall, 30, of 2203 Apt. C Koonce St., was arrested and charged with statutory rape after investigators with the Goldsboro Police...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
University of Mount Olive earns a top spot on list
MOUNT OLIVE -- The University of Mount Olive earned the top spot in the Southeast colleges division of Washington Monthly's "Best Bang for the Buck" list. The list recognizes institutions "in America that do the best job of helping...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Man is charged in rape attempt
A 30-year-old Kenly man was charged Tuesday with attempted second-degree forcible rape and kidnapping. Aaron Blake Mills, 30, of 103 Hooks Glen Drive, Kenly, was arrested and charged for allegedly picking a girl up on the side of the...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
North Carolina spared fury of tropical system
North Carolina's Outer Banks apparently will be spared from a tropical system that has been moving toward the state for days. The National Weather Service said Wednesday that the tropical depression was moving away from the state. Highest winds were...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Candidate talks state employees' benefits
Democratic state treasurer candidate Dan Blue III of Raleigh often finds himself not only explaining what the duties of the office are, but reminding voters as well not to forget all of the down-ballot races such as his. Blue was...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Budget, education expose cracks in local delegation
The state budget and education dominated the conversation at the legislative breakfast table Wednesday morning exposing a few cracks in an otherwise united front among the local delegation. Republican Reps. John Bell of Goldsboro and Jimmy Dixon of Mount...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Suspect sought in attempted holdup
A man was reportedly held up at gunpoint in front of his house on Argo Street early Tuesday morning. According to a police report filed on the incident, Calvin Louis Ferbee, 54, of 807 Argo St., pulled up to his...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Break-in results in arrest
A Goldsboro man was arrested Tuesday in connection to a breaking and entering case at 510 Hinson St. that was reported on July 16. Trisco Jerome Lindsey, 25, of 202 S. Virginia St., was arrested and charged with second degree...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Man treated for gunshot wounds
A man was shot in his left arm and left leg Tuesday night around 10 p.m. in the 800 block of East End Circle. Goldsboro police received a call from Wayne Memorial Hospital police telling them that someone had been...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Shots reportedly fired in the city
There were two reports of shots fired in the city limits of Goldsboro Tuesday evening and early Wednesday morning. The first report happened around 6:25 p.m. Tuesday evening in the form of a ShotSpotter alert in the 200 block of...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Rolex watch reported stolen
A Bayleaf Drive resident contacted Goldsboro police Tuesday to notify them that someone had taken her diamond-encrusted watch. Barbara Jordan Turner, 89, of Bayleaf Drive, told police that she last saw her diamond-encrusted, white gold and velvet lined Rolex watch,...Published: Sep 1, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story