Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Residents protest new location suggestion
News-Argus/Mitch Loeber Wayne County resident Barrett Parker speaks to members of the Goldsboro City Council regarding a zoning request from Wayne County that, if approved, would allow for construction of an animal shelter on the east side of Clingman...Published: Mar 20, 2007 2:01 PM Full Story
Alston pleads guilty in shooting
Tim Alston never had the chance to tell his friend and classmate how much he meant to him and that he was sorry he played a hand in his death. So, he stood up at the defense table Monday, turned...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:58 PM Full Story
Experts will eye Legg's fitness
The trial of a former hospital administrator turned drifter accused of killing a store owner's son-in-law during a robbery in May 2003 in Seven Springs has been delayed until the court decides if he is mentally fit to stand trial....Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:56 PM Full Story
Concerns continue over location for new animal shelter
Some said it would create traffic woes that would make the streets less safe for children at play. Others were more concerned with the potential sights and smells. Several residents addressed Goldsboro City Council members Monday evening, speaking in opposition...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:54 PM Full Story
Jones proposes changes to No Child Left Behind Act
Since its introduction in 2001, the federal No Child Left Behind Act has weighed heavily on the minds of local school officials. Its rigorous requirements for grade-level proficiency and academic growth have tested local officials. But legislation was introduced in...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:52 PM Full Story
Faith-based groups set date for multi-county anti-gang gathering
School and law enforcement officials tell Smart Choices for Youth Director Daryl Woodard the youth gang problem is getting worse. Teens are facing increasing peer pressure to join gangs, they say. "Everybody wants to belong to something, and gangs offer...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:50 PM Full Story
Public record
Investigations Wayne County sheriff's deputies are investigating these reports: *Louise Uzzell reported Friday that someone broke into her home in the 5200 block of U.S. 70 East and stole a washing machine, dryer, dresser, kitchen set and other items, all...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:49 PM Full Story
Wilson-born composer featured in concert
WILSON -- "Songs of Innocence and Experience," will be the featured work at a spring concert Thursday, March 29 at 7 p.m. at the ProMusic Conservatory at 105 W. Nash Street in downtown Wilson. Performed by the ProMusic Choristers, the...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:47 PM Full Story
Student brough knife to school
A second-grader at Brogden Primary School reportedly brought a kitchen knife to school, prompting an investigation and disciplinary action by authorities. Ken Derksen, public information officer with Wayne County Public Schools, confirmed that the child showed the knife to another...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Lunch Menu for Wayne County Public Schools, March 26-30
Monday LENT-- Breakfast: sausage biscuit, Lunch: stuffed crust cheese pizza, baked corn dog, green beans, field peas, chilled applesauce, orange, garden salad. Tuesday -- Breakfast: honey bun, Lunch: lasagna w/meat sauce and bread stick, chicken salad on lettuce w/crackers, steamed...Published: Mar 20, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story