Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Third person charged in Robert Baymon homicide investigation
A third person has been charged in the killing of Robert Baymon ---- this time on charges of conspiracy to commit armed robbery and accessory after the fact to murder. Baymon, 60, was shot inside his Eason Street home on...Published: Oct 31, 2017 9:39 PM Full Story
Wayne County Sheriff's Office makes four more arrests in dog fighting ring
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office Monday served four more warrants on people connected with a Lenoir County dog fighting ring. Thomas E. Whitehorn Jr., 39, of 504 Dail St., Kevin Anthony Winn, 28, of 208 E. Kornegay St. in Mount...Published: Oct 31, 2017 3:41 PM Full Story
Man tells police he was robbed at gunpoint and then chased by gunmen
A man reported being robbed at gunpoint at the Friendly Mart on N.C. 111 South and Spring Bank Road around 11 p.m. Monday, after police found him knocking on doors on Forest Knoll Road around midnight Tuesday, according to a...Published: Oct 31, 2017 3:14 PM Full Story
Stolen car is crashed into a bridge pillar on William Street
The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating after an unknown suspect stole a car and later crashed it into a bridge pillar Monday night. According to an investigation report, at around 11 p.m. Monday the victim reported that their white 2004...Published: Oct 31, 2017 3:14 PM Full Story
$2,000 worth of appliances stolen from unoccupied home North Carolina Street
Someone stole over $2,000 worth of electrical appliances from an unoccupied home on the 900 block of North Carolina Street Monday, according to a Goldsboro Police Department investigation report. According to the report, the owner of the property told police...Published: Oct 31, 2017 3:14 PM Full Story
Four tires stolen off of Mercedes at automotive shop
The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating after an unknown suspect stole all four tires off of a car at Northend Automotive Monday. According to the report, officers responded to a larceny call from Northend Automotive, at 303 E. Holly St.,...Published: Oct 31, 2017 3:14 PM Full Story
Man tells police he was robbed at gunpoint and then chased by gunmen
A man reported being robbed at gunpoint at the Friendly Mart on N.C. 111 South and Spring Bank Road around 11 p.m. Monday, after police found him knocking on doors on Forest Knoll Road around midnight Tuesday, according to a...Published: Oct 31, 2017 3:07 PM Full Story
Person injured after object thrown at vehicle on N.C. 111
A motorist suffered several small cuts to his face early Tuesday morning after someone threw objects at his vehicle, breaking the windshield and side window. It was the seventh such object-throwing incident reported along U.S. 111 South since last week....Published: Oct 31, 2017 1:37 PM Full Story
A haunting trail of fears
Dennis Webb has a goal of one day creating a full-scale haunted mansion. Until then, a heavily wooded area behind his house will do. Webb and a group of friends took three days to construct a haunted trail behind...Published: Oct 31, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Businesses can apply for additional recovery assistance
RALEIGH -- Gov. Roy Cooper is encouraging small businesses affected by Hurricane Matthew to apply now for financing through a $15 million program from the North Carolina Department of Commerce and nonprofit lenders. The N.C. Community Development Block Grant...Published: Oct 31, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Virtual tour offers glimpse of dementia
A free dementia caregiver workshop will be held next month, featuring speakers and an opportunity to experience the virtual dementia tour. Sponsored by AlzNC, Alzheimer's North Carolina Inc. and Eastern Carolina Council on Aging, the event will take place Nov....Published: Oct 31, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Monday, October 30, 2017
Man robbed at gunpoint on Holly Street
A Goldsboro man told police that he was robbed at gunpoint Friday afternoon while walking along the 100 block of E. Holly St. Lloyd Lee Petty Jr., 47, of 610 N. William St., said he was approached by two black...Published: Oct 30, 2017 3:44 PM Full Story
Two shootings reported in the county, one man is injured
Two Sunday night shootings, one of which injured a man, are being investigated by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. The first shooting was reported shortly before 10 p.m. when officers responded to a call to the Tommy's Road Walmart. A...Published: Oct 30, 2017 3:44 PM Full Story
Weekend traffic stops net two drug arrests
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office's Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team made two weekend drugs arrests following two separate traffic stops. Quaivous Sharvaryle Crawford, 44, 1106 Murphy's St., was charged with possession of cocaine, maintaining vehicle and driving while license revoked and...Published: Oct 30, 2017 3:44 PM Full Story
Wayne County residents arrested in dog fighting ring
Warrants have been served on five more people ---- some of them local ---- in connection with a Lenoir County dog fighting ring. The warrants were issued by Lenoir County and served by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office on Friday,...Published: Oct 30, 2017 1:45 PM Full Story
Man shot, killed on Dupont Circle
Updated 11:50 a.m.A Sunday night shooting that left a 27-year-old man dead is being investigated as a homicide. Just before 11 p.m., officers with the Goldsboro Police Department B-Shift Patrol responded to the area of 147 Dupont Circle in reference...Published: Oct 30, 2017 8:32 AM Full Story
Major detour begins today
DUDLEY -- Motorists are being reminded that O'Berry Road at U.S. 117 South is closed in both directions beginning this morning. The road could be closed for up to a year as work crews continue construction of an overpass to...Published: Oct 30, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Trick or treat safely
Wayne County will officially observe Halloween from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office will have a heavier presence of deputies patrolling neighborhoods during this time, Sheriff Larry Pierce said. Residents wishing to participate...Published: Oct 30, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Celebrating a century of life
Bertha Sutton was honored for her 100th birthday during a celebration held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at Rebuilding Broken Places, 2105 N. William St. Sutton was born Oct. 23, 1917, and grew up in Wayne County. She...Published: Oct 30, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Sunday, October 29, 2017
The Korean War: Veterans recall their roles with the 4th Fighter Interceptor Wing
Jesse Black smiles and shakes his head as his memories take him back more than 60 years to a foreign land and "Bed Check Charlie." Black, 85, was a young airman with the 4th Fighter Interceptor Wing serving at Kimpo...Published: Oct 29, 2017 8:37 PM Full Story
Warm the World preparations taking place
Members of First Baptist Church are warming the world a few people at a time. The church's 9th annual Warm the World event will take place Nov. 18 beginning at 8 p.m. It was the brainchild of church member...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Costumed revelers have scary good time
Halloween came early for superheroes, dinosaurs and zombies that took to the streets in downtown Goldsboro during Thriller Night Friday. The event drew record crowds, estimated at about 1,000 people, for the third annual event that centers on zombies...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Sephora now open inside J.C. Penney
Women of all ages now have a haven to find popular makeup and skincare products at the newly opened Sephora shop inside J.C. Penney. The grand opening of Sephora, a French chain of cosmetics, was welcomed in Goldsboro on...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Local businesses seek part-time help handling the Holiday season rush
Area retailers are stocking their shelves and ramping up staffing levels in preparation for the start of the holiday shopping season. While a variety of retail jobs are available at area stores, some locations already have employees in place....Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Sears to no longer carry Whirlpool brand appliances
The Sears Holdings Corp. is ending its century-old partnership with Whirlpool and will no longer sell the brand appliances at Sears stores. Whirlpool products, including those of its subsidiaries Maytag, KitchenAid and Jenn-Air, within the range of appliances and...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Celebrating 150 years of the National Grange
DUDLEY -- "She was good," MacKenzie Vann, 10, said of her sister, Kasey's, performance of the national anthem. But so was the chocolate chip cookie that MacKenzie ate as she rode the barrel train around the Wayne County Fairgrounds....Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
FSA county committee elections take place in November
RALEIGH - North Carolina Farm Service Agency (FSA) Acting State Executive Director Lorraine Dillard announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will begin mailing ballots to eligible farmers and ranchers for the 2017 FSA County Committee elections on Nov....Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Slow going for early voting
As of Friday afternoon, fewer than 90 people had cast ballots through early voting for the scattering of municipal and sanitary district elections to be decided on Nov. 7. Since early voting began Thursday, Oct. 19, only 83 people...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
CSS annual meeting scheduled for Nov. 9
Communities Supporting Schools in Wayne County has much to share at its annual community partner meeting next month, including a keynote speaker in charge of juvenile programs for the state of North Carolina. This year's event will be held at...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Chili cookoff supports Community Soup Kitchen
Seasoned chili cooker Jamie Grady, of Mount Olive, knew just what he was looking for Saturday afternoon as he tasted samples during the 11th annual Really Chili Challenge. "I have tasted a majority of them," he said. "What I...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Case Farms reaches safety milestone of 2M hours worked with no accidents
From staff reports GOLDSBORO -- Case Farms, a fully-integrated poultry farming and processing group, achieved a safety milestone on Sept. 26, after working 2 million hours without experiencing an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordable lost time accident...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Three counties unite for the 15th annual AlzNC Walk
Dementia, like Alzheimer's, is a sad disease, said Susan Peacock as she and her sons, Benjamin, 13, and Aedan, 11, waited for the start of Saturday's 15th annual AlzNC Walk. Like many of the participants, Peacock knows first hand...Published: Oct 29, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Saturday, October 28, 2017
Man shot on Slocumb Street Friday
Goldsboro police are investigating the Friday afternoon shooting of a Smithfield man. Police responded to the 100 block of North Slocumb Street just before 6 p.m. Friday following a Shot Spotter alert. When officers arrived they found Marlon Nyelle Johnson,...Published: Oct 28, 2017 7:45 PM Full Story
Friday, October 27, 2017
Second person charged in Baymon murder
Goldsboro police have made a second arrest in the Oct. 11 shooting of 60-year-old Robert Baymon at his home at 516 Eason St. that led to his eventual death. Earlier this week police announced the arrest of Kendall Shane Price,...Published: Oct 27, 2017 5:26 PM Full Story
Multiple drivers report their windshields smashed by thrown objects on N.C. 111 South
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is investigating after several drivers had their windshields smashed by thrown objects on N.C. 111 South Thursday night, according to multiple sheriff's office incident reports. The three reported incidents took place within a half hour...Published: Oct 27, 2017 1:14 PM Full Story
Thousands in electrical appliances stolen from flood-damaged home on U.S. 13 South
Someone stole thousands of dollars in electrical appliances from an unoccupied, flood-damaged home on U.S. 13 South Thursday evening, according to a Wayne County Sheriff's Office investigation report. According to the report, the owner of the property was checking up...Published: Oct 27, 2017 1:14 PM Full Story
Man arrested after allegedly trying to break into a vehicle while a woman was in it
A man is in custody after allegedly attempting to break in to a vehicle on Glenwood Trail while a woman was sitting in it Thursday night, according to a Goldsboro Police Department incident report. Patrocinio Perez, 45, of 70...Published: Oct 27, 2017 1:14 PM Full Story
Someone steals purse containing items valued at $2,000
Someone stole a woman's purse containing over $2,000 worth of items Thursday morning, according to a Goldsboro Police Department investigation report. According to the report, the victim was inside Darwin Screen Printing and Embroidary at 127 E. Walnut St. around...Published: Oct 27, 2017 11:07 AM Full Story
Man robbed of handgun on Wilmington Avenue by gunman
Police are investigating after a man was robbed at gunpoint in the 500 block of Wilmington Avenue Thursday, according to a Goldsboro Police Department report. According to the report, the victim reported that three black men approached him on the...Published: Oct 27, 2017 11:07 AM Full Story
A show of courage
The annual breast cancer awareness event was held on the lawn of Wayne UNCHealth Care on Thursday evening. Nearly 300 showed up for "Erase the Fear," to learn about options and resources available in this community, to hear doctors respond...Published: Oct 27, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
To know the bold, courageous and inspiring
Someone asked me the other day if October was a difficult month for me, seeing as how it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I had been diagnosed with the disease three years ago. Surprisingly, perhaps, that is not the...Published: Oct 27, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
A ghoulish lesson in Mount Olive history
MOUNT OLIVE -- Creepy? No way. Scary? Not at all. Would she walk through Maplewood Cemetery with its aged large tombstones without the benefit of lanterns and the safety of a crowd? "No way," said 10-year-old Skylar Ingram as...Published: Oct 27, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
University of Mount Olive to host Founders Day Nov. 15
MOUNT OLIVE -- The University of Mount Olive is celebrating 66 years of faith-based high education. The celebration will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, in the Southern Bank Auditorium. The event is a time for the...Published: Oct 27, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Cliffs to host Halloween event
Looking for some ghoulishly good fun this Halloween? Stop by Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Oct. 28 for its annual Halloween event. Something new this year will be a haunted trail and haunted house, hosted by members of...Published: Oct 27, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Thursday, October 26, 2017
County may see its first frost Friday morning
Wayne County could experience its first frost of the fall season early Friday morning. Patchy frost is possible after 2 a.m. and prior to 8 a.m. before temperatures begin to moderate as the high reaches 71 degrees under clear skies....Published: Oct 26, 2017 8:43 PM Full Story
Police: Mount Olive woman tries to drown her four children
PENDER COUNTY -- A Mount Olive woman arrested Wednesday tried to drown her four children in a bathtub, authorities in Pender County say. Aeisha Milton, 29, is charged with four counts of attempted first-degree murder. Pender County sheriff's deputies responded...Published: Oct 26, 2017 11:26 AM Full Story
O'Berry Road to close for up to a year
O'Berry Road at U.S. 117 South at Dudley could be closed for up to a year beginning Monday as work crews continue construction of an overpass. The closure will not affect traffic on U.S. 117 going through the intersection. O'Berry...Published: Oct 26, 2017 10:42 AM Full Story
City dedicates pickleball courts at event center
New pickleball courts are now open and available for use by the public at the Goldsboro Event Center. A recent dedication of the courts drew city leaders, pickleball players and a representative from the Mount Olive Pickle Co., which...Published: Oct 26, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Local artist draws top prize
A spur-of-the-moment decision by a recent Wayne Community College graduate to enter her college drawing in the local fair earned her a win at the North Carolina State Fair. Jennifer Pittman said the assignment in Angie Waller's Drawing I class...Published: Oct 26, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Deputies assaulted in car stop involving validated Crips member
A man police say is a validated member of the Crips street gang is facing charges after allegedly assaulting and injuring Wayne County sheriff's deputies who were arresting him for cocaine possession during a traffic stop Tuesday. Victor Devon...Published: Oct 26, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Board of Education to consider whether to allow open prayer at meetings
The Wayne County Board of Education will consider whether to allow open prayer at its meetings when the board convenes in November. The issue is included in the boards bylaws, an updated version of which will be on the agenda...Published: Oct 25, 2017 3:45 PM Full Story
Arrest made, others likely in city's most recent killing
A Goldsboro man was arrested Wednesday morning for the Oct. 11 shooting of 60-year-old Robert Baymon at his home at 516 Eason St. Baymon later died of his injuries at the hospital. Kendall Shane Price, 23, of the 600 block...Published: Oct 25, 2017 3:11 PM Full Story
Man's daughter thwarts robbers at local sweepstakes parlor
Two suspects tried to rob and threatened to kill a man as he closed up 117 Internet Sweepstakes at 2339 U.S. 117 South early Wednesday morning. The 51-year-old victim told Wayne County sheriff's deputies he was closing the business at...Published: Oct 25, 2017 2:50 PM Full Story
Police: Man hurls pine cones, assaults woman after break up
A Goldsboro police report said a man threw pine cones at his ex-girlfriend, broke into her home and assaulted her because he was upset she broke up with him. There are now warrants out for his arrest. A police report...Published: Oct 25, 2017 2:27 PM Full Story
Dog shot and killed on Corney Street
A dog was shot and killed early Wednesday morning in the 600 block of Corney Street. Goldsboro police responded to a ShotSpotter alert, the city's automatic gunshot detection system, at about 4:19 a.m. of one shot being fired near 600...Published: Oct 25, 2017 11:47 AM Full Story
Another man charged in connection to dog fighting ring
Another man is facing charges after being arrested by Kinston police in connection to a dog fighting ring. Juan Derico Rufus, 43, of 661 Will Baker Road, Kinston, is charged with felony dog fighting. Also charged in the case is...Published: Oct 25, 2017 10:56 AM Full Story
Pivoting to delivery of care
Wayne UNC Health Care's philosophy these days can be boiled down to two words -- patients first. The sentiment is not new, officials say, but became more prominent since the partnership was forged with UNC Health Care System in 2016....Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Artist paints 40-foot mural on warehouse
Scott Mele was never an artist growing up. But a serious car accident and a different perspective on life led him to pick up a paint brush about 18 months ago. He can't explain how he does it, but as...Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
County 4-H to honor veterans
To thank local veterans and active duty military, members of the Wayne County 4-H have been hosting a Veterans Day Banquet every other year for the past 10 years. This year's event will take place Nov. 8 from 11...Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
UNC Health Care to host annual jewelry and accessories sale
Bargain-hunters, get ready. The annual jewelry and accessories sale at Wayne Memorial Hospital is coming up later this month. It started out as a morale booster for staff, but has spread in popularity to the community and beyond, said Donna...Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Goldsboro Fire Department conducts water rescue training
Goldsboro fire Capt. Don Collins was working the day when the call came in that a woman was stranded in a wooded area near Kitty Askins Hospice Center after floodwaters cut off a section of Wayne Memorial Drive during...Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Tuscarora Council of Boy Scouts of America must follow vote
Girls will be allowed to join the Boy Scouts of America after the national board voted in favor of it, and the local reaction to the move is mixed. Jason Smith, Scout executive with the Tuscarora Council, which was...Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
The pot thickens: Chili cookoff approaches
The 11th annual Really Chili Challenge spices up downtown Goldsboro this weekend as 20 teams compete for prizes and raise money for charity. The event is Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and will be in the John Street...Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Annual car show supports disabled veterans
Hundreds of vehicle enthusiasts are expected to come together to raise money for disabled veterans Nov. 4, as Chevy of Goldsboro will hold its 22nd annual Veterans Day Car Show. While the exact numbers will not be known until...Published: Oct 25, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Man charged for possession of crack cocaine during checkpoint in Fremont
A man was charged with drug possession Thursday after authorities searched his vehicle and allegedly found crack cocaine. Kelvin Shamon Wells, 34, 158 Beulah Drive, was charged with possession of cocaine, maintaining a vehicle for the sale or use of...Published: Oct 24, 2017 4:26 PM Full Story
Seven Springs moves closer to revival with parade
SEVEN SPRINGS -- Consider it a miracle, a demonstration of the will to survive. But one year after floodwaters threatened to wash away the riverside village, Seven Springs is ready to welcome back Santa and revive its tradition of...Published: Oct 24, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
The compassion of children
An educator with ties to Puerto Rico discovered just how much compassion her 3- and 4-year-old students have for hurricane victims during a recent geography lesson. Patricia Rullman, a preschool teacher at School Street Early Learning Center, said it...Published: Oct 24, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
City starts work on streets
Turner Asphalt is milling and resurfacing city streets as part of a $2.27 million project that will cover nearly 11 miles of roadway in Goldsboro. More than a dozen roads of the more than 100 planned for resurfacing have...Published: Oct 24, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
City surpasses last year's overdose numbers
Overdoses reported recently sent the city's total number of overdoses for the year past the total amount reported in 2016. As of Monday, 68 overdoses have been reported in the city this year. In 2016, 66 total overdoses were...Published: Oct 24, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Monday, October 23, 2017
Tornado Watch in effect until 2 a.m.
The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a tornado watch across several counties including Wayne, effective until 2 a.m.Strong, gusty winds as high as 45 mph are expected ahead of a line of thunderstorms sweeping east across the state....Published: Oct 23, 2017 8:18 PM Full Story
Robbery victim chases suspect off with kitchen knife
A woman reported to Goldsboro police that a man assaulted and robbed her as she went into her home early Sunday morning. The 65-year-old victim told police she arrived at her home on the 3800 block of East Ash Street...Published: Oct 23, 2017 3:13 PM Full Story
Kinston man charged in dog fighting ring
A man is in custody in Kinston after police found a dog fighting ring and several dogs on his property Saturday, according to a press release from the Kinston Police Department. Kinston Police Department officers responded to a dog fighting...Published: Oct 23, 2017 1:36 PM Full Story
Argument results in shots being fired, two men are charged
Two men escaped injury after an argument ended in shots fired Friday night in the 1200 block of Edgerton Street. Police were able to arrest the men accused of shooting at the victims once the suspects returned to the scene...Published: Oct 23, 2017 12:11 PM Full Story
Two face meth charges after authorities receive numerous drug complaints over a six-month period
Two people are facing charges after Wayne County sheriff's deputies pulled them over leaving their house after numerous drug complaints from neighbors over the past six months. Bryant Cansler, 32, of 579 Cox Pond Road, Mount Olive, is charged with...Published: Oct 23, 2017 9:50 AM Full Story
Group awarded $61,000 for books
The Wayne County Partnership for Children is slated to receive $61,000 in funding to provide books for young children over the next two years. Funding is being provided through the N.C. General Assembly. During the 2017 legislative session, state lawmakers...Published: Oct 23, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
County seeks funds for streams cleanout
Wayne County is seeking a $400,000 grant to help clean out streams that empty into the Neuse River in an effort to improve drainage and reduce flooding. If it is funded, it will bring the total for the project...Published: Oct 23, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
A look at the Dewey Bros.
The first 100 people to show up for a program about Wayne County's iconic Dewey Bros. could leave with a unique impression of the historic company known for its manhole covers. The free program, to be held from 7...Published: Oct 23, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Renovations at Cliffs of the Neuse to be completed by Nov. 1
If you are planning a stay at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, you'll notice some big changes at the family campground. Renovations on existing campsites began June 1 and are expected to be completed by Nov. 1. In...Published: Oct 23, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Board of Education looks at stricter background checks
Stricter requirements for school volunteers may be on the way come November, after the Wayne County Board of Education discussed a revision to its volunteer policy at a work session Tuesday. The new policy would require that all school...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Tax reform on horizon
The Senate pushed through a $4 trillion budget proposal Friday, which, with the House likely to approve the measure, paves the way for an expansive tax reform. Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C., says the new tax reform proposal is rolled into...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Fun and charity at Que for Kids
Que for the Kids, a barbecue supper and gospel music show at the fairgrounds Saturday night, was also a fundraiser for an orphanage in Bolivia. Dr. Frank Farrell knew the first time he went on a mission trip that...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Taking the plunge
Scoping out the right trail for the Pink Plunge event Saturday morning at the Cliffs of the Neuse State Park wasn't too hard -- follow the strategically placed pink tutus from the entrance to the swim lake. The theme...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
An eye for the finer things: Jay's Steak and Sushi to open by 2018
Renovations are underway to convert the former Texas Steakhouse into a new fine dining steak and sushi restaurant. Jay Shin, the owner of seven restaurants, including six in Wayne County, plans to open Jay's Steak and Sushi restaurant by...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Celebrating 150 years of the National Grange and its impact
The Grantham Grange will sponsor a daylong celebration in observance of the 150th anniversary of the National Grange from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Wayne County Fairgrounds, 2801 U.S. 117 South. The National Grange,...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Fremont board votes to spruce up Main Street
The Fremont Board of Aldermen voted to spend $2,200 of a $4,000 ElectriCities grant to put new flowers along Main Street at its Tuesday meeting, with the other $1,800 to be allocated later. The vote came after a discussion...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Bentonville Battlefield to hold annual fall festival
FOUR OAKS -- Take a ride on a wagon around the historic Harper House at Bentonville Battlefield's annual fall festival Oct. 28. The program is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., but are subject to change without notice. The program...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Local BB&T branches to remain despite 140 locations closing
The BB&T Corp. has no plans to close branch locations in Wayne County as part of the company's move to close 140 branches in 2017. BB&T, which operates 2,100 financial centers in 15 states and Washington, D.C., confirmed the planned...Published: Oct 22, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Man charged for armed robbery on Lionel Street
Goldsboro police arrested a man Friday in an armed robbery incident after a nearly two-week investigation. Daijuan Raymel Price, 25, 305 Benton St. Apt. A, was charged with one count of robbery with a dangerous weapon and one count of...Published: Oct 21, 2017 1:09 PM Full Story
Bras out for breast cancer: First responders put on a show to raise money to support free mammograms
Fremont Police Chief Paul Moats cast off his shirt, kept the hat, picked up his whistle and donned a bra Friday night -- all for a good cause. The annual Bras for a Cause event, hosted at the Paramount Theatre...Published: Oct 21, 2017 1:08 PM Full Story
Friday, October 20, 2017
Robbery, assault leaves man injured
A man and woman were robbed at gunpoint as they left their apartment at the reserve at Bradbury Place Thursday evening. A police report said the pair walked out of the residence, located inside the apartment complex at 532 W....Published: Oct 20, 2017 11:34 AM Full Story
Robbery, assault leaves man injured
A man and woman were robbed at gunpoint as they left their apartment at the reserve at Bradbury Place Thursday evening. A police report said the pair walked out of the residence, located inside the apartment complex at 532 W....Published: Oct 20, 2017 11:34 AM Full Story
Man, 19, charged with assaulting a juvenile
A 19-year-old is facing charges after allegedly assaulting a juvenile earlier this month. Michael Ray Pigford Jr., 19, of 170 Dallas Road, is charged with assault inflicting serious bodily injury. Pigford was arrested and charged Thursday after an investigation into...Published: Oct 20, 2017 10:19 AM Full Story
Vidant pulling out of Wayne County, hospital seeks to acquire two practices
Wayne UNC Health Care is positioning itself to take ownership of two medical practices following a recent Vidant Health decision to stop providing medical care in Wayne County. Wayne UNC Health Care President Janie Jaberg confirmed the pending acquisition...Published: Oct 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Chief releases details about shooting
Goldsboro Police Chief Mike West said Thursday the victim of the city's most recent homicide was defending himself against a failed robbery attempt when he was shot October 11. Robert Baymon, 60, of 516 Eason St., died at Vidant...Published: Oct 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Disabilities luncheon honors individuals and businesses
Five awards were handed out during the annual Mayor's Disabilities Award Luncheon on Thursday, recognizing individuals and businesses that make life better for those with unique challenges. The City of Goldsboro community relations department along with the Mayor's Committee...Published: Oct 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Around 95,000 people attend county fair
DUDLEY -- An estimated 95,000 people made their way through the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair over its 10-day run from Sept. 28 to Oct. 7. That included those who purchased tickets, entered exhibits or participated in the variety of competitions,...Published: Oct 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Snow Hill man charged in severe beating of his girlfriend
A Snow Hill man is facing charges after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend in Eureka Oct. 8. Joshua McCoy Powell, 36, of 2231 Peanut Road, Snow Hill, is charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious...Published: Oct 19, 2017 11:46 AM Full Story
Forty-six-year-old man charged with sexually assaulting a child less than 15 years old
A man is facing charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a child less than 15 years old over the course of two years. James Arthur Davis, 46, of 129 Fallin Blvd. Apt B2, is charged with two counts of statutory sex...Published: Oct 19, 2017 10:53 AM Full Story
Two 16-year-olds charged with stealing vehicles, firearms in Grantham community
A pair of 16-year-olds are facing a litany of charges after allegedly stealing a multiple vehicles and firearms in the Grantham community earlier this month. Isaiah Xavier Shaw, 16, of 2050 Grantham School Road, and Jarius Marderek Brewer, 16, of...Published: Oct 19, 2017 10:44 AM Full Story
Laptop access broadens for Rosewood Middle students
Educators, legislators and students came together at Rosewood Middle School Wednesday, as the school held a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new set of 75 Chromebook laptops donated to the school by International Game Technology's After School Advantage program....Published: Oct 19, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Keep asking for it: Money still available for hurricane recovery, official says
The snarl of red tape. The sluggish pace of getting disaster relief to the people who need it. Homeowners being told time after time they do not qualify after filling out complex applications. The frustration was evident Wednesday night...Published: Oct 19, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
City to accept bids for CDBG funds
The city of Goldsboro is accepting applications from agencies with programs serving low and moderate incomes that could be eligible for federal funding. Each year, the city sets aside a portion of its Community Development Block Grant funding and...Published: Oct 19, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
World's largest tutu, maybe, draws attention to cancer awareness
Wayne County people will don their pink tutus Saturday and jump into the swim lake at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park for the first ever Pink Plunge. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at...Published: Oct 19, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Shooting victim dies, investigation upgraded
The investigation into a recent armed robbery and shooting has been elevated to a homicide case. Robert Baymon, of 516 Eason St., died at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville Wednesday. He had been listed in critical condition since the Oct....Published: Oct 18, 2017 9:36 PM Full Story
'Project Respect' to offer dinner and a show to Vietnam-era veterans
Desiree Autrey wants Vietnam veterans to get the respect they deserve. It's 40 years overdue, she says. "My father served at Seymour Johnson from 1967 until 1971, and he is a disabled veteran," she said. "By going with him to...Published: Oct 18, 2017 3:13 PM Full Story
Man sentenced in 2016 murder
A man will spend between 18 and 23 years in prison after pleading guilty to a litany of charges, including second-degree murder, in an armed robbery turned killing in 2016. Jerry Aundrey Parks, 43, of 912 N. John St., pleaded...Published: Oct 18, 2017 12:34 PM Full Story
Board looks at transfer policy
The Wayne County Board of Education discussed a new set of guidelines for student assignment and the drawing of attendance lines at its monthly work session Tuesday, setting the stage for a vote in November. The new assignment and...Published: Oct 18, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Governor to attend naming ceremony
A ceremony dedicating a section of the U.S. 70 Goldsboro Bypass as the John H. Kerr III Highway will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 3. Gov. Roy Cooper is expected to attend the ceremony to be held...Published: Oct 18, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Amazing diversification
If you're looking for a fun way to kick off the fall season with your family, look no further than the Hood Swamp Corn Maze. Located at 608 Hood Swamp Road, the maze is owned by farmers Jeff and...Published: Oct 18, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Record turnout for tennis tournament serves up an estimated $200K to local economy
The weekend U.S. Tennis Association North Carolina Singles League Championship led to a record turnout and an estimated $200,000 economic impact in Wayne County. The tournament, held Friday through Sunday, resulted in participation from nearly 500 players from across...Published: Oct 18, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Lantern Fest nixed due to fire code
The Lantern Fest, planned to take place in downtown Goldsboro on Nov. 11, is canceled due to state fire code regulations. The festival was originally planned to take place on Oct. 7 in Fayetteville but was moved to Goldsboro...Published: Oct 18, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Goldsboro-Wayne Transportation Authority to offer free rides to veterans
The Goldsboro-Wayne Transportation Authority plans to offer no-cost bus rides to veterans and active-duty military personnel in early November. Free rides will be provided on GWTA buses starting Nov. 6 and continuing through Veterans Day -- Nov. 11. This is...Published: Oct 18, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
LaGrange Girl Scout troop takes on Korean martial arts
A local martial arts studio recently stepped up to teach a Girl Scout troop a lesson in self-defense, then donated its fee to two local charities. The class was part of an anti-bullying effort Troop 4186 is working on, said...Published: Oct 18, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Woman sought after implicating man in murder, then recanting
Authorities say a woman lied to prosecutors and made up a story against Carlos Demorris Darden to get him arrested, charged and indicted for murder. Tonya Annette Grier, age and address unavailable, is now wanted for felony obstruction of justice....Published: Oct 17, 2017 6:27 PM Full Story
Downtown Goldsboro restaurant manager charged with sexual battery for the second time in less than a year
The manager of Torero's Mexican Restaurant in downtown Goldsboro was charged Monday with sexual battery for the second time in seven months. Miguel Angel Gomez Camacho, 55, of 217 Gator Drive, is charged with one count of misdemeanor sexual battery....Published: Oct 17, 2017 6:11 PM Full Story
Event to address fear of cancer diagnosis
Darlene Brady has worked at Wayne Memorial Hospital, now UNC Health Care, for almost 26 years. But in December 2014, she became a patient. "About the middle of December, I found a lump," she said, admitting there was a...Published: Oct 17, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Habitat meeting slated for Sunday
MOUNT OLIVE -- A community meeting on plans to build two Habitat for Humanity houses in Mount Olive will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, at the First Baptist Church Christian Life Center. Information will be provided...Published: Oct 17, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Master of the kennels
When George Summerlin enlisted with the Air Force in 1954, a life working with dogs was not quite what he had in mind. Over the next nearly 24 years, however, Summerlin would build a career as a military dog...Published: Oct 17, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Council split on most items
The Goldsboro City Council voted 5-2 to enter into a near $500,000 financing agreement for athletic field lights for the future multisport complex. The city will enter into a five-year lease agreement with Musco Finance to finance $499,000 of...Published: Oct 17, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College recognized for adult education programs
Wayne Community College was recognized recently at the 52nd annual North Carolina Community College Adult Educators Association, or NCCCAEA, Conference in Durham. Lisa Newkirk, workforce continuing education services coordinator, led a workshop on "Summer Camps 101" based on her division's...Published: Oct 17, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Monday, October 16, 2017
Man tells police girlfriend hit him in the face with bacon
A man reported to Goldsboro police that his girlfriend hit him in the face with a pack of bacon Sunday morning. The victim reported he was arguing with his girlfriend at their apartment in the 100 block of West Lockhaven...Published: Oct 16, 2017 1:56 PM Full Story
Woman reports someone killed her cat by hanging
A woman reported to Goldsboro police Sunday that her cat was hanged by a leash and killed on her back porch at her home in the 400 block of South John Street, according to a police report. The victim reportedly...Published: Oct 16, 2017 1:44 PM Full Story
Over 100 charges filed amid weekend DWI checkpoints
Five DWI checkpoints conducted by several law enforcement agencies Friday night into Saturday morning netted 109 charges, according to a press release. The Goldsboro Police Department, Wayne County Sheriff's Office DWI Task Force and Pikeville Police Department staged the multi-agency...Published: Oct 16, 2017 1:19 PM Full Story
Man, 70, charged with trafficking opiates
A 70-year-old man is facing a felony charge after police say he had a trafficking amount of Hydrocodone in his possession during a traffic stop Sunday. Marlyn Peterson, of 803 N. Claiborne St., is charged with felony trafficking a schedule...Published: Oct 16, 2017 1:14 PM Full Story
Shots fired, video footage leads to gun charge outside Donel's
Goldsboro police arrested a man after he allegedly shot a gun into the air three times in front of Donel's Mini Mart at 518 E. Elm St. late Sunday night. Timothy Andrew Sutton, 34, of 3201 Central Heights Road Lot...Published: Oct 16, 2017 1:04 PM Full Story
Home in Pikeville is shot into Saturday night
PIKEVILLE -- The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting on Pikeville-Princeton road Saturday night. A 60-year-old man reported to deputies that he was in his bedroom at 2024 Pikeville-Princeton Road when he heard three or four gunshots at...Published: Oct 16, 2017 12:04 PM Full Story
Woman charged with possession of methamphetamine while being processed at magistrate's office
A woman is facing charges after she allegedly had methamphetamine in her purse while being processed on other charges at the Wayne County Magistrate's Office Sunday. Melissa Ann Showman, 40, of 2461 Pikeville-Princeton Road, Pikeville, is charged with driving while...Published: Oct 16, 2017 11:58 AM Full Story
A Healing Paw
Alice Croom is still grieving for her beloved terrier, Molly, who died a few weeks ago. On top of that, the 71-year-old recently ended up in the hospital for cellulitis, a bacterial skin infection. But just for a little while,...Published: Oct 16, 2017 11:27 AM Full Story
Farmville man charged with possession of meth after traffic stop in Grantham area
A man is facing charges after members of the Wayne County Sheriff's Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team reportedly found methamphetamine and paraphernalia in his car during a traffic stop Friday. Timothy Albert Warrick, 53, of 276 U.S. 13 North, Farmville,...Published: Oct 16, 2017 10:45 AM Full Story
SJAFB closes out Fire Prevention Week with safety demonstration
Every second counts, plan two ways out. That was the motto Friday as the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base fire department held a fire safety event in recognition of fire prevention week. Gathered in front of the commissary, several...Published: Oct 16, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Commissioners plan public hearing on fire department merger
Wayne County commissioners Tuesday morning are expected to establish a public hearing on the proposed merger of two fire departments. The hearing on the merger of the Antioch and Patetown fire departments would be held at 9:15 a.m., Tuesday,...Published: Oct 16, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Council to look at $520,000 lease agreement for multisport complex
The Goldsboro City Council will consider a $520,000 financing agreement for athletic field lighting for the future multisport complex during its meeting tonight. The lease agreement with Musco Finance would include financing $499,000 of the cost for the complete installation...Published: Oct 16, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Animal collisions increase this time of year
There have been 14 deaths, 3,356 injures and nearly $136 million in damages between 2014-16 because of 53,775 vehicle-animal crashes. Most of the crashes involve deer. During that same period, 2014-16, Wayne County reported 713 crashes, 49 injuries and...Published: Oct 16, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Not bad for first: 2017's Wayne County Fire Princess is her department's first ever entry
For the first time in the 43-year history of the Wayne County Fire Princess pageant, Northeast Volunteer Fire Department's contestant won the crown. Abigail Allen, a junior at Charles B. Aycock High School, was named the 2017 Wayne County Fire...Published: Oct 15, 2017 3:45 PM Full Story
A healing paw: Mickey the therapy dog visits patients in the hospital to cheer them up
Alice Croom is still grieving for her beloved terrier, Molly, who died a few weeks ago. On top of that, the 71-year-old recently ended up in the hospital for cellulitis, a bacterial skin infection. But just for a little while,...Published: Oct 15, 2017 10:07 AM Full Story
Youngs Auto Center announces new corporate division
From staff reports Young's Auto Center recently announced its new corporate division Carolina Reman and a new line up of remanufactured transmissions by Certified Transmissions. Carolina Reman will be the distributor of the new line of Certified Transmissions from Young's...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Tasty competition highlights Taste of Wayne
One of the community's favorite events got back underway this year after it was canceled in 2016 due to Hurricane Matthew. The 27th annual Taste of Wayne drew hundreds to the block of Center Street in front of City Hall...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Residents look at the possibilities for Seven Springs
SEVEN SPRINGS -- A few local residents left Saturday morning's interactive disaster recovery workshop early, clearly disappointed the meeting wasn't about dollars and cents. But for most of the 20 or so in attendance, the meeting offered an opportunity to...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
American Red Cross announces November blood drive schedule
Following are the November blood drives for the Wayne County chapter of the American Red Cross: * Nov. 7 from 1:30 to 6 p.m. at the chapter house, 600 N. George St. * Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 3...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Annual Paws-n-Pumpkins pet adoption event draws pet lovers to Waynesborough Park
Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Major League Barbershop opens on Ash Street
After 25 years in the barbershop business, Rico Cox has set out on his own. Cox, with fellow barber Otis Anderson, opened Major League Barbershop at 2419 E. Ash St., suite three in April. Having spent his entire career at...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Lidl store on hold
Plans to build a new Lidl grocery store along Wayne Memorial Drive in Goldsboro are now on hold. James Rowe, Goldsboro planning director, recently received notice that the plan to construct a 36,170-square-foot building is delayed, indefinitely. "We just...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Jade Restaurant offers a variety of cuisines from China, Korea, Japan and Vietnam
The Jade Restaurant offers a variety of cuisines, including Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Vietnamese. And the new business uses healthy ingredients to make the dishes even better. "We don't prepare ingredients in advance to cook meals with," said assistant manager...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Wayne County Humane Society offers tips on how to keep pets safe during Halloween
Ghosts and goblins will be out in full force on Halloween for some scary good fun. But it may not be so much fun for your pet. To keep your pet safe on Halloween, the Wayne County Humane Society offers...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Sudan Mini-Rigs to sponsor fundraising golf tournament
The Sudan Mini-Rigs unit is sponsoring a fundraising golf tournament Monday, Oct. 16, with a 1 p.m. shotgun start at Lane Tree Golf club The team entry fee is $200 and hole sponsorship fees are $100. Entry forms are available...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Early voting starts Oct 19
Early voting begins Thursday, Oct. 19, and continues through Saturday, Nov. 4, for the handful of municipal and sanitary district elections to be decided on Nov. 7. The only early voting site will be located at the Wayne County Board...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Meeting to address funding, resources for those struggling to recover from Hurricane Matthew
Residents still struggling to recover from Hurricane Matthew are being encouraged to attend a Wednesday workshop that will cover some of the various resources, including funding, housing and legal assistance, available to them. The Hurricane Matthew Recovery Workshop will be...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Really Chili Challenge to support Community Soup Kitchen
The 11th annual Really Chili Challenge will bring together local cooks, prize-winning recipes and residents from across Wayne County for the Oct. 28 charity event. The chili challenge will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the John Street...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Basket Treats offers something sweet for all
To experience a party in your mouth, stop by Basket Treats Bakery. Then new business is located at 119 N. Center St. and has been open since Oct. 1. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m....Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Downtown gets new art
Center Street has a new look after several new pieces of art were installed Friday, followed by an official art installation ceremony at City Hall. Three pieces went into place Friday -- Hanna Jubran's Midsummer, Bob Doster's July Leaves...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
APC Automotive Technologies acquire assets of DuraFit
APC Automotive Technologies, LLC, has acquired the complete assets of the DuraFit brand for its AP Emissions Technologies (AP Exhaust) division from Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. The acquisition will not affect operations at the local AP Exhaust plant, company officials...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Alzheimers Walk
[email protected] The 15th Annual AlzNC Walk is coming up later this month, with organizers hoping the effort will serve as a reminder of the importance of education and support for families dealing with Alzheimer's disease. The Duplin/Greene/Wayne event will take...Published: Oct 15, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Man found shot at Alpha Arms Friday night
Goldsboro police are investigating a Friday night shooting that left a 24-year-old man injured. A police report said officers responded to 208 Apt. B Alpha Court at about 8:55 p.m. in reference to a person being shot. They found Ramelle...Published: Oct 14, 2017 7:00 PM Full Story
Friday, October 13, 2017
Four reports of shots fired in city early this morning
Goldsboro police responded to four instances of shots being fired in the city in the early morning hours of Friday. The first was reported at around 12:30 a.m. on Slaughter Street. When police arrived, they found that two rounds of...Published: Oct 13, 2017 12:53 PM Full Story
Authorities find cocaine, meth, pills, marijuana during search; two men are charged
Two men were arrested after authorities found cocaine, methamphetamine, pills and 150 grams of marijuana at a home on U.S. 70 Wednesday, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Juan Manuel Mora, 25, 1612 U.S. 70 West, is charged...Published: Oct 13, 2017 10:01 AM Full Story
Mt. Olive Pickle earns industry honor
The Mt. Olive Pickle Co. Thursday was honored as Wayne County Industry of the Year. The award was presented during the annual Wayne County Industry Appreciation Luncheon sponsored by the Wayne County Development Alliance and held at the Goldsboro...Published: Oct 13, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Goldsboro Fire Department to sell T-shirts to help raise money for Cures for the Colors
Firefighters have always been associated with saving lives and saving buildings -- and families -- from certain ruin. Their heroic acts call to mind images of soot-stained turnout gear and sweaty faces holding children in their arms as they...Published: Oct 13, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
'Fire in the hole'
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians are working with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office to detonate 50 pounds of explosives found earlier Thursday. A person found the explosives in a shed behind a residence at 250...Published: Oct 13, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Explosives found in shed on Ebenezer Church Road
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians are working with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office to detonate 50 pounds of explosives found earlier today. A person found the explosives in a shed behind a residence at 250 Ebenezer...Published: Oct 12, 2017 5:21 PM Full Story
Car shot into on U.S. 70
A woman reported to Goldsboro police Wednesday her car was shot into Monday evening as she drove down U.S. 70. A police report said the 24-year-old was driving in the 3900 block of U.S. 70 near the Ash Street exit...Published: Oct 12, 2017 4:17 PM Full Story
Wayne Prep forced to cut teachers, staff due to budget
Wayne Preparatory Academy has fired eight staff members due to low enrollment numbers, WPA board of directors chair Sharon Thompson said Tuesday. Among those cut were three writing teachers and several other office administrators, including one responsible for student...Published: Oct 12, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Advantage, Goldsboro: State tennis league play begins today
Hundreds of tennis players from across the state will compete this week during the United States Tennis Association North Carolina Singles League Championship in Goldsboro. The city is serving as the host site for its fifth year, with participation increasing...Published: Oct 12, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Residents rebuke proposed Duke Energy rate increase
SNOW HILL -- An undercurrent of mistrust of Duke Energy and state government marked Wednesday night's public hearing on the company's request for a 17 percent rate increase. It was marked as well by indignation that Duke customers are...Published: Oct 12, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
A location fit for business
Planet Fitness has its sights on the Goldsboro market with plans to open inside the former Kmart big box store on North Berkeley Boulevard. Building plans were submitted in the city of Goldsboro's Inspections Department Tuesday, with the fitness...Published: Oct 12, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
WCC center director honored for dedication to technical education
Craig Foucht, recently named executive director of the Wayne Business and Industry Center, has been recognized by the National Coalition of Certification Centers with the NC3 Leadership Award for dedication and commitment to technical education. The award was presented during...Published: Oct 12, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Drug trafficking suspect held on $1M bond
An investigation turned up nearly $70,000 worth of drugs in two properties on the 400 block of Lime Street Wednesday. One man is in custody on a $1 million bond facing drug trafficking charges. According to a Wayne County Sheriff's...Published: Oct 11, 2017 11:02 AM Full Story
Early voting to begin Oct. 19
Early voting begins a week from Thursday, on Oct. 19, and continues through Saturday, Nov. 4, for the handful of municipal and sanitary district elections to be decided on Nov. 7. The only early voting site will be located at...Published: Oct 11, 2017 10:22 AM Full Story
Man shot in his Eason Street home
The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating after someone was shot in their home on the 500 block of Eason Street early this morning. According to a police report, the victim allowed two unidentified men into his home around 3:00 a.m....Published: Oct 11, 2017 10:22 AM Full Story
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base leaders talk deployment, readiness
Fourth Fighter Wing Commander Col. Christopher Sage apologized for the early morning noise. But Col. Scovill Currin, 916th Air Refueling Wing commander, warned those attending Tuesday's State of the Military Program to expect even more noise as deployments from...Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Looking for the next Miss Goldsboro
Contestants are being sought for 2018 Miss Goldsboro and Miss Outstanding Teen, with the first meeting/rehearsal planned for this Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Acme Theatre on Center Street. The pageant will be held Nov. 11 at 6:30...Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
State budget cuts hurt local district attorney's office
The workload of the local District Attorney's Office increased in September after the North Carolina Attorney General's Office responded to legislature-imposed budget cuts by laying off 9 percent of the state agency's attorneys. Wayne, Lenoir and Greene County District...Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Churches unify to address social issues
An effort to bring together several Goldsboro churches to explore issues at the forefront of society, including racism and division, will be discussed during a Friday night symposium. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church will host the Unity Day Symposium: A...Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Shots fired in city over weekend
Police responded to five shots fired calls over the weekend, one of which resulted in an arrest. Robert Lee Cole, 23, of 231 Outlaw Road, Dudley, was arrested after allegedly shooting a gun near 201 N. Carolina St. He fled...Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Street repair funds headed to area towns
Wayne County's seven municipalities will receive a total of $604,007.58 in October through the annual state street-aid (Powell Bill) allocation. The funds are distributed to qualified municipalities in two allocations on or before Oct. 1 and on or before...Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Fire Princess Pageant coming Saturday
The 43rd annual Wayne County Fire Princess Pageant will be held Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre. Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased at the door or on the Paramount website. Contestants, from grades 10-12, and...Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Dentist finds indigent care rewarding
A Goldsboro dentist will be among those participating in a free adult dental clinic in New Bern later this month. Dr. P. Alston Daniel has enjoyed practicing in this community since 1988, but says the outreach opportunity through N.C....Published: Oct 11, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Cause, manner of death released in case of inmate who died in jail custody
The District Attorney's office is waiting to decide whether to bring charges against law enforcement officers in the death of a Wayne County inmate in May. An autopsy report from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner recently released to...Published: Oct 10, 2017 4:46 PM Full Story
Fire ruled suspicious on Beale Street
A fire at 307 Beale St. early Monday morning is under investigation after being ruled suspicious. Goldsboro firefighters responded to a working fire at the address shortly after 6 a.m. Monday. Investigators believe the fire began in the den or...Published: Oct 10, 2017 4:18 PM Full Story
Hurricane Matthew: One year later ---- The will to overcome
St. Joseph Free Will Baptist Church, made uninhabitable one year ago when the floodwaters of Hurricane Matthew swept through, has resumed services in the now-reconstructed sanctuary. The memories of the October 2016 storm are still fresh -- the nearly...Published: Oct 10, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Hurricane Matthew: One year later ---- To prevent another flood ...
Some of the flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew was the result of waterways where the flow was impeded by debris. To mitigate such flooding potential in the future, Wayne County is undertaking a stream cleanout program. But...Published: Oct 10, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Hurricane Matthew: One year later ---- A return to a final resting place
DNA samples were successfully taken Oct. 3 from 18 corpses that floated out of their graves in Elmwood Cemetery during Hurricane Matthew in October 2016, but had been unable to be returned to the ground due to a lack...Published: Oct 10, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Hurricane Matthew: One year later ---- Business owners rebuild, start anew
When Hurricane Matthew hit Goldsboro in October 2016, Patricia Warren, owner of Artistic Dance Academy, lost almost everything she had built. The dance studio, which has been in Goldsboro for over 50 years, operated out of the Cloth Barn...Published: Oct 10, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
County residents approved for third-highest amount from SBA
Wayne County residents have been approved to receive the third-highest amount of U.S. Small Business Administration loans in the state to help with Hurricane Matthew recovery efforts. The federal program, which works hand-in-hand with the Federal Emergency Management Agency...Published: Oct 10, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
N.C. Utilities Commission to host public hearing in Snow Hill about rate increase
The N.C. Utilities Commission will hear from consumers Wednesday in Snow Hill about a proposed 14.9 percent rate increase sought by Duke Energy Progress. The public hearing is one of several held across the state as the utility provider seeks...Published: Oct 10, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Monday, October 9, 2017
Man allegedly hits woman in head with 50-inch flat screen TV
A man is facing charges after allegedly hitting his wife in the head with a 50-inch flat screen television during an argument Thursday, according to a report filed with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Joseph Tyler Caison, 22, of 110...Published: Oct 9, 2017 3:59 PM Full Story
Five stolen cars found behind abandoned trailer on Grantham School Road
Deputies recovered five stolen cars Thursday after someone called them about the vehicles being parked behind an abandoned single-wide trailer on Grantham School Road. Deputies were called to 2354 Grantham School Road by the landowner about five cars being parked...Published: Oct 9, 2017 3:59 PM Full Story
Police respond to two overdoses over weekend, bringing total to 63 this year
Police responded to two overdoses over the weekend, one on Friday and one on Saturday. This brings the total number of overdoses reported in the city this year to 63 -- only three shy of the total number of overdoses...Published: Oct 9, 2017 12:18 PM Full Story
Woman reports being cut by man on Seymour Drive
A woman reported to police she was cut by another woman's husband Friday morning in the 400 block of Seymour Drive. The 26-year-old said she was fighting with a woman when the woman's husband pushed her away from his wife...Published: Oct 9, 2017 12:18 PM Full Story
Two former Goldsboro High School classmates share rare pulmonary condition
Pamela Young decided early on to use her diagnosis with sarcoidosis to raise awareness and encourage others. She had no idea one of the benefactors would be a former classmate. She was diagnosed with the rare pulmonary disease in 2004....Published: Oct 9, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Hurricane Matthew: One year later ---- County, state officials work for more funding for recovery
Wayne County has been awarded nearly $26 million thus far to assist with Hurricane Matthew recovery efforts. It will not be enough, county officials have said. Meanwhile, Rep. John Bell of Goldsboro will chair the state House Select Committee...Published: Oct 9, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Hurricane Matthew: One year later ---- More work to be done
DUDLEY -- Helen Greenfield walks gingerly toward the chasm that once was a section of the Old Mount Olive Highway near her home. She stops a safe distance from the jagged edge and stretches to look over into the...Published: Oct 9, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Beads of Courage
To some, it might not mean much -- a red bead here, a white bead there or even a black bead. But to critically ill children, the beads are everything. They represent each step through their journey with their illness....Published: Oct 8, 2017 5:14 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: A look at the numbers
Lung cancer continues to be the leading cause of cancer-related death in Wayne County, with rates that nearly double the statewide average. From 2009 to 2013, 398 people died from lung cancer in Wayne County. During the same five-year period,...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: Tobacco and cancer
Tobacco-related cancers remain a problem as tobacco consumption holds its grip on about 20 to 30 percent of the population. Dr. Jim Atkins at the Southeastern Medical Oncology Center said the center sees about 70 to 80 new lung cancer...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: Rallying around the need
Southeastern Cancer Care's Cures for the Colors and the Bill Outlaw Foundation are nonprofit organizations that can help cancer victims weather financial difficulties.. "Cures for the colors was started when it became apparent that our patients needed assistance with basic...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: Coping with the loss
When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, the lives of those charged with caring for them take on a laser-focused quality. Caregivers serve as nurses, cooks, chauffeurs, therapists, confidants and more, their day-to-day existence warping around the disease nearly...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: From the Doctor ---- An ounce of prevention
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, we heard our grandmothers say that many times.It is true in cancer as well. The good thing is that there are steps you can take to help prevent cancer. ...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: Finding the strength
At 46, Eli Hudson seemed to be the definition of a healthy man, yet he began feeling like he had no energy. After doing blood work, his doctor said he was anemic. That was December 2016. "I was so mildly...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: From the doctor ---- Cervical cancer
Cervical cancer is the cancer of the cervix, which is the lower, narrow end of the uterus. The cervix connects the vagina to the upper part of the uterus. The uterus is where a baby grows when a woman is...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: A long battle
Amy Woodard knew something wasn't right. She just needed a doctor to listen. She had endometriosis, so the symptoms weren't totally out of line. But the heavy bleeding in-between periods and the sharp abdominal pains concerned her. Her physician at...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: The value of imaging
Two imaging tests are now offering doctors and patients some of the latest technology in identifying the early stages of cancer. Wayne UNC Health Care and Wayne Radiologists added 3-D digital mammography testing equipment a year ago, and the hospital...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer edition 2017: Becoming the patient
For 13 years, Phyllis Smith has been one of the warm, smiling faces greeting patients at Wayne Radiation Oncology. Despite witnessing all the cancers and conditions that brought people through those doors, nothing prepared her to be on the receiving...Published: Oct 8, 2017 4:03 PM Full Story
Cancer editon 2017: From the Doctor --- Counter your odds of prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men worldwide and the first most common in the United States. There are expected to be around 161,000 new prostate cancer diagnoses and approximately 26,7000 prostate cancer deaths in 2017 in...Published: Oct 8, 2017 3:18 PM Full Story
All's not-so-'fair' in competition
When George Crumpacker saw his competition at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair's Ugly Truck Competition Saturday, he knew he'd won. Granted, there was only one other entrant, but that wasn't really the point. Crumpacker's truck, a thoroughly beat-up 1974...Published: Oct 8, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
'Eggs'perience teaches at fair's science competition
Typically, before an egg can fly, it has to turn into a chicken. That was not the case Friday evening, as teams from five Wayne County high schools competed in a science competition at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair. Each...Published: Oct 8, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Paws N Pumpkins event is scheduled for Oct. 14
The third annual Furever Paws dog adoption event and fundraiser will take place Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Waynesborough Park. There will also be face painting and nail grooming. Animal experts will give information on dog...Published: Oct 8, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Hurricane Matthew: One year later ---- Finding a new home
SEVEN SPRINGS -- Teresa Kilpatrick and her mother, Jewel, will move into their new home one year after Hurricane Matthew's historic flooding forced them to flee their old home. "The home has been placed on her farm and hopefully...Published: Oct 8, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Chief Deputy Secretary of the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality official meets with recovery team in county
Chief Deputy Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality John Nicholson visited Goldsboro Saturday, speaking with disaster recovery leaders and helping with rebuilding efforts a year after Hurricane Matthew struck the area. Nicholson met with Chip McGuirt, N.C....Published: Oct 8, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
End of the line
In driver's education, students are typically encouraged not to intentionally collide with other moving vehicles. At Saturday's Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Demolition Derby, that lesson went right out the empty window, as dozens of drivers met to duke it...Published: Oct 8, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Saturday, October 7, 2017
One year after Matthew: Waiting in limbo
Charles Gillis owned a debt-free home when Hurricane Matthew pounded Wayne County and left widespread flooding in October 2016. Gillis, who lived in his single-story, brick home more than 30 years, thought he'd be safe. So did many other people...Published: Oct 7, 2017 7:07 PM Full Story
Friday, October 6, 2017
Man robbed at gunpoint during home invasion
The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating after an unknown suspect kicked in the door to a home on New Hope Road and robbed the owner Thursday, according to an incident report. According to the report, late Thursday night the victim...Published: Oct 6, 2017 2:02 PM Full Story
Police seek information in vehicle breaking and entering at Deeper Life Church
On Oct. 2, at approximately 12:51 p.m., officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to Deeper Life Church at 600 11th Street, in reference to breaking and entering to a motor vehicle. A member of the church said on Sept....Published: Oct 6, 2017 2:02 PM Full Story
Police investigate armed robbery on Lionel Street
Goldsboro police are investigating after a man was robbed at gunpoint on Lionel Street Thursday afternoon, according to a police incident report. According to the report, a man was walking on the 100 block of Lionel Street just after noon...Published: Oct 6, 2017 10:19 AM Full Story
Sunday in the Park slated
Sunday in the Park will take place Sunday at Herman Park. The event, co-sponsored by the Arts Council of Wayne County and the Parks and Recreation Department, will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. On hand will be craft...Published: Oct 6, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Putting on a show
William Tripp stood beside Jenny Mac just outside the ring Thursday evening. He looked around, stuck his thumbs in the belt loops of his jeans -- and then planted a quick kiss on Jenny's cheek. The 6-year-old was about to...Published: Oct 6, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wild west comes to Wayne County
Ed Gurkins darted out of the sheriff's office with several deputies locked in a gunfight in a western town set up at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair. Deputies continued to shoot at outlaws, who were hidden behind barrels and other...Published: Oct 6, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Veterans Stand-Down offers access to services
The annual Veterans Stand-Down is about more than ensuring that veterans have access to the services they need. It also is about helping homeless veterans and bringing them back into the community fold, Melissa Watkins, a Gold Star Spouse, and...Published: Oct 6, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Wayne Community moves forward on projects
The Wayne Community College board of trustees recently approved an amendment to the Wayne Works project, to pull out a portion of the project and potentially have it funded by the county. WCC President Thomas Walker Jr. said the master...Published: Oct 5, 2017 9:58 PM Full Story
Police ask for help in identifying people sought in connection to identity theft case
The Goldsboro Police Department is asking for help identifying three people sought for questioning in connection to an identity theft case. Details on what the case entails were not immediately available. Anyone with information regarding the identity of the trio...Published: Oct 5, 2017 1:04 PM Full Story
Talents on display
DUDLEY -- Cellphones and cameras popped up as the children took the stage Wednesday night in the K-2 talent show at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair. Even the occasional traffic noise from U.S. 117 and the sound of jets...Published: Oct 5, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Plan for public safety training facility progresses
Wayne County commissioners Tuesday morning approved a contract with Stewart, Cooper, Newell Architects of Gastonia for a master plan and full design services for a proposed public safety training facility. In June commissioners awarded the work to the company...Published: Oct 5, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Leon Jacobs Jr. brings love of music to the fair
Leon Jacobs Jr. has always been gripped by music. But he remembers exactly when he decided the piano was the only instrument for him. Jacobs walked by a radio when he was 14 years old and heard Jerry Lee Lewis...Published: Oct 5, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Hangar project moves forward
The Army Corps of Engineers has awarded contracts for a pair of KC-46A construction projects on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, according to a Tuesday press release from 916th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs. The first contract was awarded...Published: Oct 5, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Cheers for all during the cheerleading competition
The cheerleading contest at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair is a big deal. Nearly an hour before it was slated to begin in the grandstand area, the bleachers were packed and every available space surrounding the arena was being used...Published: Oct 5, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair winners
Tuesday Salute to Senior Citizens *Youngest Grandparent -- Kay Boykins *Oldest Senior Citizen -- Selva Tart *Most Children -- Renee Ford *Most Recent Grandparent -- Joyce Murdock *Most Grandchildren: William Frazier *Most Great-grandchildren: Jean Hoke *Married Longest to Each Other:...Published: Oct 5, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Driver identified in Tuesday night's police chase, crash
Charges are expected to be filed against a driver who fled a traffic stop and led police on a chase going to wrong way down U.S. 70 Tuesday night once he is released from the hospital. Maj. Dwayne Dean, head...Published: Oct 4, 2017 7:33 PM Full Story
Exhibits, food and fun on Senior Day
Shirley and Robert Overton have visited the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair each year since they were married. Tuesday they made their 56th fall trip together, strolling the grounds, looking at exhibits and eating fair food. "It's Senior Day," Shirley...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Eyes on the pies
The pie baking contest at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair boasted 76 entries Tuesday, but it also is more than a competition for some people -- it is a family tradition and a source of pride. The contest involves...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
AT&T wireless connections coming to county
Residents in areas of southern Wayne County will now have access to high-speed internet thanks to a new service being offered by AT&T. The announcement was made Tuesday night during the Elected Officials Appreciation Barbecue held at Live Oak Farm...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Schools to host parent seminar
The Wayne County Public Schools federal programs department will hold its 21st annual districtwide Parent Seminar on Thursday from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the WCPS Professional Development and Family Engagement Center, 415 S. Virginia St. The event is...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Balancing acts bridge the gaps between fair's competitive events
Balancing acts, backflips, squeezing through a tight ring and bending steel are some of the acts performed by the Kenya Safari Acrobats at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair this week. The four-person team includes members from Kenya and Tanzania. "We've...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Insurance commissioner visits county fire departments
Mike Causey, commissioner of the N.C. Department of Insurance and the state fire marshal, met with local firefighters, police officers and other leaders Tuesday during a tour through Wayne County. Causey's first stop was the Mount Olive Fire Department...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
All secure at the county fair
Fair planning used to consist mostly of thinking about contingencies for weather-related events. But as other, more sinister threats have been thrust into the national spotlight -- much like the recent Las Vegas shooting that left at least 59...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Auto-matic competition
The auto mechanics contest at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair drew a bigger crowd Tuesday night than usual. Several things were changed up this year -- in addition to being moved into a more visible area of the fairgrounds,...Published: Oct 4, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
High speed chase ends in wreck
A person was taken to the hospital Tuesday night after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop, driving the wrong way down U.S. 70 and then crashing. Sgt. Doug Bethea of the Goldsboro Police Department said an officer tried to stop the...Published: Oct 3, 2017 10:08 PM Full Story
KC-46A construction projects move forward at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base
The Army Corps of Engineers has awarded contracts for a pair of KC-46A construction projects on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, according to a Tuesday press release from 916th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs. The first contract was awarded to...Published: Oct 3, 2017 4:34 PM Full Story
County awarded more then $16M in state disaster relief grant money
Wayne County has been awarded $16.94 million over the next two years in federal Hurricane Matthew disaster funding. It could be eligible for up to a total of $25.4 million over the next three years. The award is through the...Published: Oct 3, 2017 2:49 PM Full Story
A 'crafty' woman
A bonsai tree about 8 inches tall sits in the window. A kneeling soldier holds a rifle next to a cross. Flower pots with different kinds of flowers are lined up on a table. None of these will ever fade...Published: Oct 3, 2017 1:38 PM Full Story
All secure at the county fair
Fair planning used to consist mostly of thinking about contingency plans for weather-related events. But as other, more sinister threats have been thrust into the national spotlight -- much like the recent Las Vegas shooting that left at least 59...Published: Oct 3, 2017 12:36 PM Full Story
Warsaw PD collects scents to aid missing person searches
WARSAW -- The Warsaw Police Department is launching a program to collect "scents" from people's bodies so K-9s can track them down easier if they go missing. Scent samples will be collected by swabbing exposed skin and underarms with a...Published: Oct 3, 2017 11:21 AM Full Story
Man taken to hospital after being stabbed
A Goldsboro police report said an anonymous caller phoned police at about 6:50 p.m. Saturday to tell them a man had been dropped off at the hospital with stabbing injuries. Officers went to Wayne UNC Health Care and found a...Published: Oct 3, 2017 8:07 AM Full Story
An interactive 'fair' experience
The typical idea of a ninja might be a black-clad warrior sticking to the shadows, staying out of sight. For the members the Team Rock Ninja Experience, being seen is the whole point. The team performed its blend of...Published: Oct 3, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Monday fair winners
Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Daily Winners Monday Vocational Competitions Carpentry -- Tyler Isley, Southern Wayne Health Occupations Medical Spelling Bee -- Asiyah Latham, Spring Creek High...Published: Oct 3, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
A goat's gruff above the rest
Four young people earned championship awards at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Friday, as the fair hosted the Junior Meat Goat Show. Dozens of youths competed, spread across three age categories. First up were the senior showmen, aged 14-19...Published: Oct 3, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Council approves nearly $1M multisport complex additions
Development of the future multisport complex is starting to take shape with the Goldsboro City Council approving additional work Monday. The council approved a $935,165 contract, with Sprinturf, for the installation of two artificial, synthetic turf fields, which should be...Published: Oct 3, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Monday, October 2, 2017
Police, EMS respond to three overdoses over the weekend
Goldsboro Police and Wayne County EMS responded to three overdoses over the weekend. The first happened in Room 256 of the Days Inn at about 1:40 a.m. Saturday. A female called authorities to report she and a man with her...Published: Oct 2, 2017 10:25 PM Full Story
School board votes to spend $100K to put text books in two low-performing schools
The Wayne County Board of Education voted to allocate $100,000 for textbooks at Brogden Primary and Brogden Middle schools at its meeting Monday evening, with the money to come out of the shared pool of textbook funding for the entire...Published: Oct 2, 2017 8:06 PM Full Story
Student drives car into pond
A Wayne Community College student drove her car into a pond near the entrance of the school off of Wayne Memorial Drive Monday afternoon. She was uninjured and was not cited or charged with anything. Goldsboro police officer Jared Gilstrap...Published: Oct 2, 2017 4:52 PM Full Story
Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro-Wayne observes World Habitat Day
A small group met outside the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Mulberry Street Monday morning to observe World Habitat Day and kick off a new Habitat for Humanity awareness program. World Habitat Day began 30 years ago as a United...Published: Oct 2, 2017 3:06 PM Full Story
Authorities identify man who allegedly killed brother, two dogs in Dudley
DUDLEY -- A man is facing charges after allegedly shooting and killing his brother early Monday morning at their home. He is also accused of killing two dogs at the house. Matthew James Bohne, 22, of 120 Hideaway Circle, Dudley,...Published: Oct 2, 2017 12:42 PM Full Story
Authorities say man shoots and kills brother
A man is facing charges today after he allegedly shot and killed his brother at 120 Hideaway Circle overnight. The names of the deceased and the accused were not immediately available. "It was two brothers. I'm not sure of...Published: Oct 2, 2017 9:49 AM Full Story
50 die in Las Vegas in worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history
At least 50 people were killed and more than 200 wounded in Las Vegas during an outdoor music festival Sunday night in the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Authorities identified Stephen Paddock as the suspected gunman. Paddock was...Published: Oct 2, 2017 8:41 AM Full Story
All she wants to do is (teach students to) dance
Mention the popular TV shows "So You Think You Can Dance" and "World of Dance" and Rainee Coakley's face lights up. The junior at Wayne School of Engineering has been taking dance classes for 12 of her 16 years,...Published: Oct 2, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Stop the abuse: magic and comedy ease tough discussion
A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down. But for Freddie Pierce, humor, magic and audience participation help grab the attention of youths and adults alike. The act makes it easier for him to broach tough topics such...Published: Oct 2, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
City mulls park contracts
The Goldsboro City Council will review two contracts tonight for additional development of the future 62-acre multisport complex on Oak Forest Road. The council will consider a $935,165 contract to add two artificial turf fields on the property and...Published: Oct 2, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Program fills shoe boxes with items kids need
Some children don't get gifts for Christmas, so Samaritan's Purse started Operation Christmas Child in 1993, just for children around the world. Each year, people all over the country prepare shoe boxes filled with various items for Samaritan's Purse...Published: Oct 2, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Mount Olive group offers help to families in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria
MOUNT OLIVE -- Nydia Lopez cried for six days after Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. "This is not only because my family lives there, but just seeing everybody in the situation they are," she said. "I do have family in...Published: Oct 1, 2017 7:08 PM Full Story
WCC enrollment is down versus previous years
Fall enrollment at Wayne Community College is down two and one-half percent from last year, but those are just preliminary numbers, President Thomas Walker Jr. told the board of trustees Tuesday night. By the end of the fall semester...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
The Goldsboro News-Argus staff delivers
Beginning on Monday, pairs of News-Argus employees from every department met at the WAGES building on Royall Avenue to deliver meals. Brownie Doss, WAGES Director for Older Adult Services, said that the organization needs between 40 and 50 people every...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Fair is in full swing
Four-year-old Landon Knowles was on sensory overload Friday night at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair. He had just had his face painted to look like Batman and was making his way through the livestock building. Pausing at a stall containing...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Sept. 29 daily winners
Open Junior Meat Goat Show *Grand Champion -- Caley Mayo * Reserve Grand Champion -- Scarlett Denning Showmanship: Age 5-8 -- Taryn Reams Age 9-13 -- India Young Age 14-19 -- Caley Mayo Queen of the Fair Pageant *Queen:...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Finding a less permanent solution
On Christmas Eve in 2008, Sean Douglas said he was ready to die. His wife left him and took the children. He was going to be kicked out of the military. He only had 14 cents in the bank....Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base opens new community center
Minutes after helping cut the ribbon opening the new Corvias Community Center on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, 7-year-old Jayden Ramos was inside trying his hand at shooting pool. Jayden had some problems getting the cue ball to go...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
University of Mount Olive to host cancer benefit concert
MOUNT OLIVE -- The University of Mount Olive will hold its seventh annual Sing for Another Day benefit concert at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 17 , in the Southern Bank Auditorium in the Raper Building. The annual event raises money...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College honored for its support of Purple Heart recipients
Wayne Community College has been honored for its support of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Purple Truck Run 2017. The college hosted the Purple Heart Truck Run, with its theme "Mobility is Freedom," during this year's Independence Day...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Casting a light on the difficult subject of suicide
Stark messages were posted around Herman Park on Saturday morning, reminders of the importance of the Out of the Darkness community walk taking place. "Last year 650,000 people visited a hospital due to self harm," read one. "Suicide is...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Not too baa-a-a-a-a-a-d: Juniors show off their lambs to the fair judges
Taylor Hall, 15, was making last-minute preparations with her gray lamb, Marty, on Saturday in preparation for the noon Open Junior Market Lamb Show at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair. The Nashville teen has been participating in the contest...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Three charged in meth lab raid
Goldsboro police discovered and then raided a methamphetamine lab at 308 Linwood Ave. Wednesday after getting a call about an armed person at the house. Officers arrived on scene at about 11:30 a.m. and found a trio of men...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Local student headed to HBCU conference
Aaliyah Tate has been selected to attend The Opening Act HBCU Conference in New York City. According to a press release, Tate was selected in September "out of thousands of applicants across the nation." A native of Goldsboro, she...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Wayne School of Engineering sophomore crowned Queen of the Fair 2017
The 2017 Queen of the Fair was announced Friday night at the Wayne Regional Agriculture Fair. Contestant No. 7, Kourtni Gerken, a sophomore at Wayne School of Engineering, received the crown after also taking the Nikki Painter talent award,...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Goldsboro woman is Arc of the Triangle Teacher of the Year
A Goldsboro woman has been named 2017 Teacher of the Year by Arc of the Triangle, which supports children and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Teyarda Bryant, a teacher in the Wake County public schools system, has 22 years...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Crime of the week
On May 17, at approximately 12:11 a.m., officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to the area of Atlantic Avenue and North Herman Street in reference to shots being fired. Moments later, officers responded to a report of a traffic...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Parade applications sought
The Wayne County Chamber of commerce is accepting applications for the 2017 Goldsboro Christmas parade. For many years, the Jaycees took the lead for the annual event. Five years ago, the Chamber stepped up to carry the torch for the...Published: Oct 1, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story