Friday, November 30, 2007
A sister lost forever
Kathy Holt Alfaro knew what was coming when she saw uniformed men at her door. Wayne County Sheriff Carey Winders and others arrived at her home in LaGrange around 1:20 p.m. Tuesday to tell her that her sister, Patricia Herring,...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Hits for dollars help with campaign
It was all for their community. A young softball player slid into home plate -- then did a few backflips to celebrate his run. Out in the field, another was doing flips and splits all around his teammates. And a...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
No end to water rules yet for area
With Monday's rain, Goldsboro residents might have a little more water to use, but officials warn that a few droplets won't be enough to dent the drought conditions. More than 56 counties in the state are in exceptional drought --...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin School Board will get back to work after commission rejection
Members of the Duplin County Board of Education were surprised last week when the county commissioners suddenly rejected their long-standing facilities plan, but they say they are prepared to try again. They did not, however, discuss the issue at their...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Longtime Goldsboro theater sells last tickets
Employees and customers stood somberly around the lobby and reminisced at the Berkeley Cinema Four as the curtains on its four screens closed permanently. Gone were the posters advertising upcoming attractions. The only items left were the popcorn and drink...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
Goldsboro News-Argus Empty Stocking Fund
* In loving memory of Kenneth Creech & Sue Mendell by Ron & Sandra, $100 * Michael Krauss, $50 * Leroy Locklair, $50 * Mildred Taylor, $25 * Backyard Kreations Car Show, $363 Previous total: $6,007 Today's Total, $588 Total...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
Public record
Break-in charges Goldsboro police say Mark Ryan Paul, 35, East Ash Street is responsible for a break-in at Headdress Day Spa & Salon on Nov. 23. Paul faces charges that include breaking and entering, larceny after breaking and entering, possession...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
Library plans special programs
The main branch of the Wayne County Public Library on Ash Street will host these holiday programs for children and families. *On Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. there will be a Trim-a-Tree party at the library, with songs by...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
Auditions for musical December 14
Take the classic Cinderella tale, throw in your favorite Motown hits, and you have a recipe for a performance of Moe's Town, presented by Launch Theatre Productions and the Goldsboro Multicultural Arts Advocates. Auditions for Moe's Town will be held...Published: Nov 30, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story