Norwayne reunion draws hundreds

It was a time for reminiscing while connecting with former classmates during the Norwayne Alumni and Friends 46th reunion, with a host of events that took place over a three-day period starting Friday.The theme for the event was "Embracing Our...

Published: Sep 3, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story

Bakers to vie for title of 'Cake Boss'

Do you have the baking skills to battle for bragging rights as Mount Olive Cake Boss?Wayne County Chamber of Commerce President Kate Daniels knows that she does.Her peanut butter cake brought in about $160 and earned her that title last...

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Wayne Memorial Hospital Foundation donates $50,000 to University of Mount Olive

The Wayne Memorial Hospital Foundation and the University of Mount Olive continue to strengthen their strategic partnership that helps qualifying registered nurses earn their bachelor of science in nursing degree.The Foundation, which supports Wayne UNC Health Care, has donated $50,000...

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Commissioners to consider strengthening animal control

Revisions to the county's animal control ordinance, including the addition of criminal charges, will be on Wayne County commissioners' consent agenda when they meet on Tuesday.The meeting will get underway with an 8 a.m. agenda briefing followed by the formal...

Published: Sep 3, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story