Friday, February 27, 2009
Man charged with manslaughter in death
Police say they filed a manslaughter charge today against a 45-year-old East Walnut Street man who assaulted Gerald Anthony King. Investigator Dwayne Dean said Nathan Hales Faison assaulted Gerald Anthony King last Thursday, and police found him dead in his...Published: Feb 27, 2009 4:34 PM Full Story
Railroad should be done soon at crossings
Wayne County drivers have been dealing with blocked intersections and snarled traffic on some roads this week as work crews make repairs to the CSX rail line that runs through the county. But, barring rain, crews working on and...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
United Way honors volunteers; Perry takes home top award
David Perry, who served as campaign chairman for the United Way of Wayne County in 2008, was named the recipient of the Emil Rosenthal Award at the organization's annual meeting Thursday at the Goldsboro Country Club. Perry was recognized...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Devices saving county jail costs
Seven of the 25 new electronic monitoring devices approved earlier this month by commissioners already have been put into use and another seven could soon be added. The use of the devices, which has to be ordered by a...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Pickle company's honorary chairman known for humor, dedication
MOUNT OLIVE -- Two Mount Olive locals sat at a table in the Southern Belle restaurant, talking about the past. "We always got along, didn't we, Johnny?" "Far as I know." "We never had any disagreements. I always respected him."...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Car fired upon Michael Moore of Beech Street told Goldsboro police on Wednesday evening that his Plymouth Acclaim had been damaged by gunfire, according to a report. Police counted nine bullet holes in the vehicle and listed damages at about...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Shooting in car becomes murder
A Goldsboro woman shot while sitting in the driver's seat of her car outside her home Tuesday night has died. Barbara Bandy was reportedly shot "multiple times," and police are seeking John Oscar Mumford of Whitted Court and Anthony...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
David Rouse named ABWA Boss of the Year
Attorney David Rouse was named Boss of the Year at the American Business Women's Association's Boss Night recently. He was nominated by member Jo Ann Summerlin. The speaker for the event was Linda Greenwood, associate professor and adjunct part-time at...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Mount Olive Black History Month parade postponed
The Mount Olive Black History Month Parade scheduled for Saturday has been postponed until Saturday, March 7, because of the threat of heavy rain. The parade line-up will begin at 10 a.m. March 7 and the parade will start at...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Animal abuse case is continued
A man accused of animal abuse and "horrible" conditions for animals kept at his Fremont property had his court date reset for March 26 in Wayne County District Court on Thursday. Lawton McKenzie, 28, faces two misdemeanor counts of...Published: Feb 27, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Woman shot in vehicle dies two days later
A Goldsboro woman shot while sitting in the driver's seat of her car outside her home Tuesday night has died.Barbara Bandy was reportedly shot "multiple times" on Tuesday night, and police are seeking John Oscar Mumford of Whitted Court and...Published: Feb 26, 2009 7:29 PM Full Story
'Tadpole' Daniels dies from injuries
Well-known Goldsboro businessman Charles "Tadpole" Daniels died Wednesday at Pitt Memorial Hospital from injuries sustained in a traffic accident Tuesday morning in Onslow County. He was 64. Friends and relatives remembered him as a generous, hard-working man who not...Published: Feb 26, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
$855,000 in works for Union Station
Goldsboro officials learned today that Congressman G.K. Butterfield and a majority of his colleagues in the House approved funding $855,000 to be used for restoration of historic Union Station. And while the decision still must be passed by the U.S....Published: Feb 26, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Local involuntary annexation ban bill hits N.C. House
A bill that would place a temporary moratorium on involuntary annexation in Wayne County has passed its first reading in the state House and has been referred to the House Committee on Rules, Calendar, and Operations. A favorable report...Published: Feb 26, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Mount Olive police look into complaint against teacher
The Mount Olive Police Department is investigating a complaint by a student at Mount Olive Middle School and her family involving a teacher. No charges have been filed. "We are currently investigating allegations reported by the student," said Chief...Published: Feb 26, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Southern Wayne High School student sets fire
DUDLEY -- A 15-year-old told arson investigators he set a stack of toilet paper on fire in a bathroom at Southern Wayne High School, then returned to class, leaving the fire to burn without telling anyone, authorities say. Deputy...Published: Feb 26, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Two men sought in shooting
Goldsboro police say it appears that a "disagreement amongst acquaintances" led to the shooting of Barbara Bandy on Tuesday, and are now seeking two suspects. Ms. Bandy, 34, was reportedly in Pitt Memorial Hospital after being transferred there by...Published: Feb 26, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Cherry workers on leave after patient incident
Four Cherry Hospital employees have been placed on investigatory leave following a Jan. 27 incident of patient neglect. State Department of Health and Human Services spokesman Mark Van Sciver had no other information this morning concerning the incident, but...Published: Feb 26, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Chargers advance
CHARLOTTE -- Catherine Ford poured in a game-high 19 points as No. 1-ranked Wayne Country Day upended Statesville Christian 56-34 in quarterfinal-round play of the N.C. Independent Schools Athletic Association Class 1-A women's basketball playoffs.The top-seeded Chargers (25-2 overall)...Published: Feb 26, 2009 11:49 AM Full Story
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
15-year-old charged in toilet paper fire at Southern Wayne
A 15-year-old juvenile told arson investigators he set a stack of toilet paper on fire at his high school, then returning to class, letting the fire burn without telling anyone, authorities say. A school resource officer, Deputy Russell Rice, was...Published: Feb 25, 2009 10:52 PM Full Story
Cashwell could connect to U.S. 70
Goldsboro planning officials are considering a plan that would create a shortcut from Berkeley Boulevard to the U.S. 70 Bypass. The city is working with Wayne County Public Schools officials to extend Cashwell Drive from its terminus at Berkeley Park...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Officials talk more about plan for depot
The Union Station project might or might not include a separate building for GATEWAY and Greyhound bus service. Goldsboro and North Carolina Department of Transportation officials and GATEWAY board members met Tuesday afternoon as a steering committee for a study...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Woman shot in her car on street
A 42-year-old woman was shot "several times" while sitting in the driver's seat of a vehicle outside 304 N. Leslie St. on Tuesday evening, Goldsboro police said. Barbara Ann Bandy, who lives at the address of the incident, was...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Plans firmed for GATEWAY use survey
Residents will have a chance to voice their opinions about the GATEWAY transportation system April 1. The meeting is part of a state study examining GATEWAY's performance and organization. It is expected to take five to six months to...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
County vigil shines candlelight on abused, neglected children
The light from 551 tiny candles flickered for an hour Tuesday night, reminding those in attendance of children suffering abuse and neglect in Wayne County. Another 25 burned brightly to honor the children who have died in North Carolina. The...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Wooten donates Fremont home to WCC for scholarships
A TV writer/producer who hails from Fremont has donated his childhood home to Wayne Community College, with proceeds from its sale to provide scholarships for future educators. Jamie Wooten, who has written for such TV show as "Golden Girls" and...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Tobacco Associates meeting Friday
WILSON -- Tobacco Associates Inc. will hold its 62nd annual meeting Friday at the the Wilson County Agricultural Center Auditorium at 1806 S. Goldsboro St. in Wilson. The meeting program will begin at 10 am. This year's speakers will discuss...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
EWHS students among finalists in auto tech competition
The North Carolina Automobile Dealers Association has announced that Eastern Wayne High School students Matthew McKinnon and Jekevyn Peele are among four finalist teams to compete in its 2009 Automotive Technology Competition. The students won a spot to compete in...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Two schools broken into Dillard Middle School custodian Janice Sumlin and cafeteria manager Carolyn Raynor reported Monday morning that eight windows at the school had been damaged, according to Goldsboro police reports. There were also damages to at least...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Miss N.C. to attend Seven Springs festival
SEVEN SPRINGS -- An appearance by the reigning Miss North Carolina, Amanda Lauren Watson, will highlight the Ole Timey Days Festival in Seven Springs. The town's ninth annual Ole Timey Days will be held on May 9, and Miss...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Man arrested in December shooting
One man is in Wayne County jail for the December shooting of Louis Muniz of Faro, but the Sheriff's Office is looking for another, authorities said. The Sheriff's Office arrested Terrance Lee Melton, 18, of Northwest Acres Drive, Greenville,...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
James Sprunt to apply for grant for public safety building
KENANSVILLE -- The Duplin County Board of Commissioners has agreed to let Dr. Lawrence Rouse, president of James Sprunt Community College, apply for a $90,000 grant to have plans drawn up for a new public safety education building on campus....Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Additional charges filed in meth raid
A Mount Olive area man has been charged with manufacturing methamphetamine for "starting the process" of making meth in the back of his car, authorities say. The Sheriffs Office has also charged one other person in a traffic stop...Published: Feb 25, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Dealers sued for $96,000 back rent
One of Goldsboro's largest car dealerships has been sued for about $100,000 in delinquent land rent payments, court records show. The landlord for dealer Honda of Goldsboro and Hyundai of Goldsboro alleges in a complaint that the dealer is $96,175...Published: Feb 24, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Parents, teachers discuss discipline
Back in the day, behavior problems at school were handled much differently. There was no ISS (in-school suspension) and long-term suspension was really rare. "Your teacher kept you after school. You stayed in class but you were punished by the...Published: Feb 24, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Benefit will raise funds for family
A few days before a local man undergoes brain surgery, Wayne County residents will gather at Murphy's Place in Mount Olive to raise money for his family. Paul Bronson, who was rushed from his Mount Olive apartment to Wayne Memorial...Published: Feb 24, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Businessman seriously injured in Jacksonville
The owner of N.C. Salvage was involved in a serious car accident in Jacksonville on Monday morning. Charles Daniels, owner of the U.S. 117 South auto and scrap recycling businesses, is in intensive care at Pitt Memorial Hospital, said...Published: Feb 24, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Tuscarora Council honored by BSA
The Tuscarora Council, Boy Scouts of America received the 2008 Centennial Quality Council Award from the national office of the Boy Scouts of America. The award is designed to recognize groups for outstanding achievement in providing quality Scouting programs for...Published: Feb 24, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
'Beauty and the Beast' performance March 5-8
StageStruck will perform "Beauty and the Beast" at the Paramount Theatre starting March 5 and running until March 8. Show times will be 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday with a matinee at 1 p.m. on Saturday and at 3...Published: Feb 24, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
County reading program introduces Blackbeard
Blackbeard the pirate made an appearance Monday night at the Arts Council of Wayne County, as part of the 2009 Wayne County Reads project. This year's book is "Blackbeard: America's Most Notorious Pirate," by Angus Konstam. On Monday, actor...Published: Feb 24, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, February 23, 2009
Rescue group opens new office on U.S. 117
Gordon Joyner can remember spending up to eight days during a hurricane working from the cramped quarters of the old N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS office on U.S. 117 North. Hopefully, that won't happen again, but if it...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
It's dry but not danger zone yet
For the second week in a row, Wayne County has been back on the state drought monitor. After coming off of the drought scale completely in November, the county moved to the lowest -- and least dangerous -- category on...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Commission talks about roads, future of fire districts, housing
Meeting Friday morning for the second day of a two-day retreat at the Goldsboro Country Club, county commissioners heard about the financial impact of the county's roads, the controversy over a proposed low-rent housing project at Rosewood, fire districts...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Black History program features student portrayals
Students from the county's high schools spoke of and/or portrayed historic African-Americans Saturday afternoon during the second annual Black History Month program at Hamilton Funeral Chapel. "It is always important during Black History Month to increase the awareness of...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
WORKS program offers assessments
The Wayne Occupational Readiness Keys for Success (WORKS) program is offering the public more free sessions of WorkKeys(r) testing for Career Readiness Certification, an assessment that shows prospective employers that applicants possess skills they require. Assessments include reading for information,...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Investigations The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is investigating these reports: *Damages totaled $800 t0 the rear door and frame at the home of Ellis Earl Harrell, 76, 207 Hereford Drive, Dudley after someone broke into the home. Taken was a...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Habitat needs help to feed college volunteers
Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne is looking for organizations or individuals willing to feed college students who will be coming to help build a house in Wayne County during the Weeks of March 2, 9 and 16. Habitat officials say...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin schools' finance officer leaving her job
KENANSVILLE -- After helping bring the Duplin County school system through a lawsuit and a performance audit, Carolyn Olivarez has resigned her post as chief finance officer. Mrs. Olivarez said she will leave in March. She is going from having...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin airport height restrictions considered
KENANSVILLE -- The Duplin County Airport Commission and the Duplin County Planning Board will hold a public informational meeting at the Duplin Commons Agricultural Building Auditorium at 165 Agriculture Drive at 7 p.m. Tuesday to discuss the proposed Duplin County...Published: Feb 23, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, February 22, 2009
City expects water rate increase this year
Water rates in Goldsboro might increase come July, as Goldsboro officials try to compensate for a possible $721,206 shortfall in the city's utility fund. Goldsboro Finance Director Kaye Scott told City Council members during the last day of their...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Nahunta: 'It is a keeper'
NAHUNTA -- It didn't take New York City native Regina Coley long to learn what generations of people living in this rural northwestern part of Wayne County have known for years -- it is a friendly, close-knit place. Mrs....Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
A first taste of tradition
Austin Scott Rouse, 2, tastes his first fish stew at the annual Washington's Day Fox Hunt in Albertson on Saturday. The event drew almost 1,000 to the Duplin community, some for the running of the dogs, but many for...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Man commits suicide
PIKEVILLE -- Police here are investigating the Friday afternoon death of Harold Lee Person. Police were called to a Church Street address about 3:30 p.m. where they found Person dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The medical examiner...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Bond vote for schools discussed
It took the Wayne County Board of Commissioners more than an hour Friday to answer a question posed by Chairman Bud Gray -- did they support efforts by the Board of Education to close one school and consolidate two...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Pickle Pageant contestants sought
Applications are being accepted for the 2009 North Carolina Pickle Festival Princess Pageant which will be held on March 7. The pageant is open to girls of any age. The Miss North Carolina Pickle Festival Princess and Miss Teen North...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
For the animals
On the air Saturday night at the PAC-10 television station, Suzanne Tyner, the Wayne County Humane Society president, waves along with Prissy to the viewers during their telethon fundraiser. The society raised about $3,000 for the county's new Animal...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
NAACP anniversary to be observed Thursday and Friday
The Stop the Funeral Initiative and its covenant partners will be hosting two nights of celebration of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History's announced 2009 Black History Theme, "The Quest for Black Citizenship in the...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Methamphetamine lab discovered in man's vehicle
DUDLEY -- About 80 percent of the parts of a rolling methamphetamine lab was found in the back of a car at Best Gas and Grocery on Friday afternoon, authorities said. Investigators with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office said...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
GOP convention set for March 14
The Wayne County Republican Party will hold its annual convention on Saturday, March 14 at the Wayne Center at 208 W. Chestnut Street. Doors open at 8 a.m., with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. Precinct organizational meetings will be held...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Eight girls competing for title of Miss Eastern Wayne High
Eight contestants will compete for the title "Miss Eastern Wayne High School 2009" on Friday at 7 p.m. in Moffatt Auditorium at Wayne Community College. Theme of the 16th annual scholarship pageant is "Dream Girls." The event is sponsored by...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
DGDC chooses old fire station for ornament
It's only February, but members of the Downtown Goldsboro Development Corp. had Christmas on their minds Wednesday as board members selected a design for the group's 2009 Christmas ornament. And DGDC executive director Julie Thompson called it "fitting" that...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Bryan vice chairman of Campbell board
Raymond Bryan Jr. of Goldsboro, has been elected vice chairman of Campbell University's Board of Trustees. The chairman of the board of directors for the T.A. Loving construction company in Goldsboro, Bryan is currently serving his 8th term as a...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
'Blackbeard' at Arts Council on Monday
Blackbeard, the famed pirate of nearly 300 years ago, will sail into Goldsboro Monday for a night of swashbuckling fun. He will be at the Arts Council of Wayne County from 6 until 8 p.m. as part of Wayne County...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Benefit to help Mount Olive man to be held Feb. 28
A benefit to help a Mount Olive man confined to a wheelchair following surgery last summer on a spinal tumor will be held Saturday, Feb. 28 at the ..... Sitting with Gary Britt at his dining room table recently...Published: Feb 22, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Friday, February 20, 2009
Celebrating Black History Month
Lt. Brandon Bailey of the 336th Fighter Squadron at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base talks with students at North Drive Elementary School this morning during the school's Black History Month presentations. A number of black community leaders, including state...Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Mount Olive Chamber and Jaycees honor local leaders
MOUNT OLIVE -- Kristal Jones smiled through her tears as she took the stage Thursday night at the third annual Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce and Jaycees membership banquet and award ceremony. "This is not why I was here...Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
County reviews budget needs
Wayne County Commissioners were bombarded with needs for personnel, equipment and buildings at their retreat session Thursday at the Goldsboro Country Club. Commissioners heard from officials from the Health Department, Department of Social Services, Sheriff's Office, Office of Emergency...Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
City Council split over civic center site
Goldsboro may have a civic center in its future, but as of now, it won't sit next to Wayne Community College. City Council members discussed the option during the second and final day of their annual retreat Thursday and had...Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
U.S. Rep. Butterfield visits Wayne
North Carolina 1st District Rep. G.K. Butterfield visited Wayne County Wednesday to speak to local students, tour Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and discuss the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Butterfield supported the $787 billion stimulus bill, which was...Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Montessori MATH-A-THON for St. Jude's
The Wayne Montessori School is holding its annual MATH-A-THON to raise money for St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Organizers are asking for the community's support by making donations. Donations will be accepted at the school at 900 S. Harding Drive or...Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Man's death under investigation
Goldsboro police are investigating the death of a North John Street man, a death in which causes are unknown, records show. Gerald Anthony King, 34, was found dead at his home at 920 N. John St., after Garland King...Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Clergy luncheon Feb. 26
The STOP The Funeral Initiative will hold a clergy luncheon on Thursday at 10 a.m. at Rebuilding Broken Places CDC at 2105 N. William Street. The event will feature the Rev. Dr. Madeline McClenny-Sadler, founder of the Exodus Foundation.org. Dr....Published: Feb 20, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Practicing for spring
Goldsboro High School's Isaac Bruton directs his chorus after school Wednesday in a piece for upcoming concerts this year. Later this spring, choruses from Wayne County Public Schools will combine efforts for a countywide concert open to the public....Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Health officials set sights on plan
Figuring out a road map for public health in Wayne County is tricky business, local health officials say. But through regular community health assessments and surveys, that could be changing for the better. The Wayne County Health Department held a...Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
City Council considers basic needs as planning begins for new budget
Goldsboro needs more police patrol cars and fire equipment. That's what the City Council learned Wednesday during the first day of its annual retreat, held this year at the City Hall addition to save money. But many of the...Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Brogden Primary is one of 10 to get $100,000
Students and staff at Brogden Primary crowded into the cafeteria and library Wednesday morning, unaware that within minutes they would learn the school was the recipient of a $100,000 award. The school is one of 10 in the country to...Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Jack Best: It's time to rethink facilities
Wayne County's $23 million school facilities plan is nothing more than a Band-Aid approach to addressing school needs, Commissioner Jack Best said Tuesday. The county, he said, needs to tear down 10 old schools and replace them with five...Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Armed robbery Fredrick Sykes of Mimosa Street reported Tuesday that two black men robbed him at gunpoint near the intersection of Walnut and Andrews Street that afternoon, police said. Sykes reported the men drove up in a silver-colored mid-1990s Chevy...Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Telethon set for Humane Society effort
The Wayne County Humane Society's second annual "Save the Animals" telethon will be 6-9 p.m. Saturday on PACC-10 TV. Funds from the telethon will go toward the $150,000 pledged from the Society for the county's new Animal Adoption and Education...Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Senator's bill would prevent tie-vote concern
RALEIGH -- State Sen. Charlie Albertson, D-Duplin, has introduced a local bill in the Legislature that would stop the Duplin County Commission and Board of Education chairmen from voting unless there is a tie. Duplin County's board of commissioners and...Published: Feb 19, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
'Not in our town': Rosewood questions housing plan
Some were worried about a potential increase in crime. Others feared their homes might lose value. And there was even concern voiced that law enforcement and firefighters would be spread too thin. Their reasons were different, but the several hundred...Published: Feb 18, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Health officials: Be wary of illegal catering
Wayne County health officials are warning residents that when they hire someone to provide food at an event, cutting corners might not be the safest idea. The Wayne County Health Department say caterers without credentials could mean trouble for an...Published: Feb 18, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Seven Springs firefighter receives association's top volunteer award
A Seven Springs firefighter took home the Wayne County Firemen's Association top award Tuesday night, and a Little River women's auxiliary member earned her organization's top honor. Doug Casey of Seven Springs won the G. Edgar Summerlin Award, named...Published: Feb 18, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin sets its sights on new animal shelter
KENANSVILLE -- More than a year ago, the Duplin County Board of Commissioners formed the Animal Advisory Board as interest in building a new animal shelter grew among residents. Monday, the group's chairman, Frank Brown, took the discussion a step...Published: Feb 18, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Cars left on roadside stolen Two vehicles left on the side of the roadway were reportedly taken by car thieves, Goldsboro police report: *Roland Jackson of Pou Street reported that his 1998 Buick Regal was stolen from U.S. 117 and...Published: Feb 18, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Fremont to buy truck to help with waste collection
FREMONT -- Fremont residents may see a brand new truck come this spring when leaves are picked up in front of their homes. After some discussion and months of mulling the idea over, the Fremont Board of Aldermen approved the...Published: Feb 18, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Suspect in child rape moved to County Jail
The man accused of committing a decades-old rape that landed the wrong man in prison for 18 years has been moved to the Wayne County Jail. William Jackson Neal, 53, was jailed after having been held in a number...Published: Feb 17, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Consultants find $2.8M-plus in cuts in Duplin schools
KENANSVILLE -- Duplin schools have too many cafeteria workers, assistant principals and administrators, according to a consulting firm hired by the Duplin County commissioners to assess the financial state of the county's schools. The school system could save almost $15...Published: Feb 17, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
North end residents see more expensive electricity
Wayne County municipalities that are part of the ElectriCities energy association have suffered for years because of high electric costs, and the news recently got worse. With higher production costs, ElectriCities has been forced to pass on rate increases to...Published: Feb 17, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Mother will face prison in baby's death
KENANSVILLE -- A Duplin County woman pleaded guilty Monday in Duplin County Superior Court to second-degree murder and felony child abuse in the death of her 21-month-old daughter. Cynthia Chestnutt was sentenced to a minimum of 15 years and...Published: Feb 17, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Council questions bid preparation bill
At their Monday night meeting, Goldsboro City Council members didn't approve paying a Raleigh consulting firm $39,187 for architectural and bid preparation services of the new Community Recreation Center. In fact, they took the item off their agenda until...Published: Feb 17, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Valentine's Day thieves sought Police are looking for two unknown suspects who shoplifted a Valentine's Day card with sound, two chocolate hearts and 57 DVDs and set them outside the Spence Avenue Wal-Mart on Feb. 14, Valentine's Day. A store...Published: Feb 17, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Epicureans hope to revive Soap Box Derby
The Epicurean Civic Club is interested in bringing the Soap Box Derby to Goldsboro. Club leaders said they have discussed many ways to steer youth in the right direction and have decided that action, not talk, is needed. The club...Published: Feb 17, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, February 16, 2009
Rosewood residents to oppose housing
ROSEWOOD -- Opponents of a low-income housing project in their community say they welcome support from anyone in the county who is concerned about such projects. Opponents of the Rosewood Townes project will gather Tuesday at 7 p.m. at...Published: Feb 16, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
WCPS will debut new cable television channel
At long last, Wayne County Public Schools' education access channel, WCEA, will soon be on the air. For several years, the possibility has eluded officials, with red tape from several directions tying up efforts. Through the city of Goldsboro's franchise...Published: Feb 16, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Wayne has 18 new nationally certified teachers
Wayne County Public Schools' has 18 new National Board Certified educators, officials announced this week. Certification is granted by the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards and is the most accepted symbol of teaching excellence in the nation. North Carolina...Published: Feb 16, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
GATEWAY will look at plans for future growth
Staff Writer A state study to look at the performance and organization of the GATEWAY transportation system will get under way later this month. The agency's board of directors Tuesday afternoon appropriated $15,000, its share of the $142,000 study. The...Published: Feb 16, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Reservists will help train future Air Force pilots, WSOs
A pilot steps to the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base flight line. He has an Air Force Reserve patch on his chest, but he is not approaching a KC-135R Strato-tanker. He isn't even a member of the 916th Air Refueling...Published: Feb 16, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Mrs. Tucker president of Sir Walter Cabinet
RALEIGH -- Geraldine A. Tucker has been officially inducted as president of the Sir Walter Cabinet, a group comprised of the spouses of high-ranking state officials. She is the wife of Rep. Russell Tucker, D-Duplin. The Sir Walter Cabinet dates...Published: Feb 16, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, February 15, 2009
New law has thrift stores worried about the toys on their shelves
Shoppers at several Goldsboro second-hand stores were greeted by empty spaces last week as employees began pulling children's toys and other products off the shelves in response to a new federal law. Put into effect Tuesday, the Consumer Product...Published: Feb 15, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
County woman honors her mother, grandmother with new headstones after more than 40 years
Jessie Kornegay was not stirred by the cool breeze breaking against her as she sat in the shade in front of the graves of her mother and grandmother Friday afternoon. The sight of overgrown brush and sunken headstones that surround...Published: Feb 15, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
State reps to focus on agriculture, education and military issues
A week after the state Senate announced its committee assignments, the House has done the same, and all of Wayne County representatives are pleased with where they ended up. Leading the list is Rep. Larry Bell, D-Sampson, the senior...Published: Feb 15, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Freshmen legislators introduce first bills, including puppy mill legislation
With committee assignments made and a couple weeks of organization under their belts, Wayne County's freshmen legislators have begun to introduce their first bills for consideration. Tops among those, though, are two that haven't been finished yet, both dealing...Published: Feb 15, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
County planners want economic impact of roads studied
Everybody wants new highways designed for speed and safety, but in the rush to have them built, it is vital that their economic impact not be overlooked, Wayne County Planning Board members said last week. For the past several...Published: Feb 15, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
WCPS participates in sealant program
Dozens of students from Brogden Primary and Meadow Lane Elementary schools were the beneficiaries of a dental sealant program recently. Volunteers from the North Carolina Health Section, Wayne County Dental Society, Wayne Community College -- including dentists, hygienists and...Published: Feb 15, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
City Council to discuss rec center project Monday
Although the Goldsboro City Council decided in January to hold off on the Community Recreation Center project, the architectural and bid preparation services were already mostly complete, and on Monday will be discussed at the council's meeting. Among the...Published: Feb 15, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Friday, February 13, 2009
Will you be my valentine?
Carly Hooks, a student in the kindergarten class of Kim Langston at Brogden Primary School, works on a valentine Thursday. With the special day coming up this weekend, classes in schools across Wayne County celebrated the day with the...Published: Feb 13, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
GHS to add more specialized academies
Goldsboro High School will add two specialized academies in the fall designed to help students become more ready for the future, officials said this week. Principal Patricia Burden made the announcement during a presentation before the school board about the...Published: Feb 13, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Foster Center repairs a priority
W.A. Foster Center should not be forgotten. That's what Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission members said at their meeting Tuesday evening. The building has cracks in some of the floors and walls and needs a structural evaluation, which city...Published: Feb 13, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Former city manager Collings remembered as decisive
When retired Air Force Col. Kenneth Collings died Wednesday morning at the age of 87, he left many friends behind. None much closer than Goldsboro Mayor Al King. Collings served as Goldsboro's city manager from 1978 to 1986, and...Published: Feb 13, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Forged computer receipt leads to charges
A Rosewood man is wanted for forging a Sam's Club receipt and trying to walk out with a touchscreen computer, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office says. Then, authorities said, Jeffery Alan Moore left the copies of his multiple attempts...Published: Feb 13, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Church windows broken Four windows at Stoney Creek Church suffered about $1,000 in damages after someone threw bricks through windows on the back side of the church's fellowship hall, according to the report. A small black SUV was seen...Published: Feb 13, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Man shot on Slaughter Street
A Goldsboro man suffered a minor injury after being shot while walking down Slaughter Street late Wednesday afternoon, Goldsboro police said. City police found Dominique Coleman, 21, of Slocumb Street, at the intersection of Slaughter and Elm streets moments around...Published: Feb 13, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Man allegedly had meth, guns
By NICK HILTUNEN News-Argus Staff Writer A Goldsboro area man was carrying methamphetamine, guns and marijuana when police stopped him for allegedly either showing or pointing a gun in the direction of a passing motorist, authorities say. A witness called...Published: Feb 12, 2009 3:01 PM Full Story
Boy in coma after being hit by car
Cynthia and Mark Gambrel are praying for a miracle. And they believe they're going to get it. But more than two weeks ago, doctors did not give them much hope when they spoke with the family about Taylor, 12, who...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
NAACP president demands $35,000 from city for 'insult'
Sylvia Barnes, president of the Goldsboro-Wayne Branch of the NAACP, is requesting $35,000 from the city, as well as a a public apology from Councilman Chuck Allen for comments made during an Oct. 20, 2008, City Council meeting. Ms. Barnes...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Two days added to school year for snow makeup
The school year for Wayne County Public Schools will now be extended by a day because of snow makeup days announced by school officials. Tuesday, June 9, was originally scheduled as the last day of the school year. That...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Dogs hit the road, headed for new lives
The white metal door clattered as volunteers shoved it out of the way and sunlight streamed into the dusty Wayne County fairgrounds barn, revealing tables full of paperwork, piles of empty boxes and nearly 300 dogs. More, if you counted...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Wallet stolen A teacher at Eastern Wayne High School reported Tuesday that her wallet had been stolen from her classroom the previous day, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office said. Leann Yearwood's wallet contained identification and about $10, according to the...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Disabled victims hit by arson for second time
An arsonist targeted the home a family of disabled and elderly people for a second time on Wednesday night, authorities said. One of the victims is blind, another is disabled and mostly confined to a bed and they live...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Display will be named in pilot's honor
A ceremony will be held on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Friday afternoon to honor one of the 4th Fighter Wing's most storied war heroes. And once it is over, the F-105 aircraft static display recently erected in the base's...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Wreck totals Sheriff's Office car Wednesday
A Sheriff's Office patrol car and a Jeep SUV were totaled in a head-on wreck on U.S. 117 on Wednesday afternoon. No one was severely injured in the crash, although a prisoner in the back Sheriff's car at the...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Center Street blaze appears to be accidental
Emmuel Lewis Jr. had been remodeling 908 N. Center Street, which was deemed a total loss after a fire Wednesday afternoon. It was the second house fire to cause major damages on Wednesday, Fire Chief Gary Whaley said. Emmuel...Published: Feb 12, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
VIDEO: Fire destroys North Center Street home
A fire completely destroyed 906 N. Center Street on Wednesday afternoon. To watch the video, click the link. Then, click the video to play it.Missed a video broadcast? All of the News-Argus videos are archived and available from the web...Published: Feb 12, 2009 10:35 AM Full Story
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Money, space prompt plans for schools
The proposed reorganization of four Wayne County public schools in the fall was prompted by two things, officials say -- the faltering economy and better use of existing space. The school board was briefed on the possible changes at its...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Settled: Dogs will find forever homes
The 283 dogs seized from a puppy mill are now in Wayne County's custody, and will be sent around the country to adoptive homes. But how long the animals will wait before being adopted will depend on the amount of...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Residents will oppose low-income housing
Rosewood area residents are launching a petition drive against low-income housing in the county and in particular a 36-unit development proposed for their community. "We are trying to voice our opinion and we hope the county commissioners and others...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Nickens honored for work at Family Y
For more than two decades, visitors to the Goldsboro Family Y were greeted by the smiling face of J.R. Nickens. Nickens, 86, was the face of the Y, said many of the 80 or so friends who gathered at the...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin schools consider dumping lawsuit
KENANSVILLE -- The Duplin Board of Education will ask for the county's permission today to start site preparation for a new school at Duplin Commons on the southern outskirts of Kenansville. Schools Superintendent Wiley Doby told the board members during...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Goldsboro Parks & Rec upcoming events
Here's what's coming up in the Parks and Recreation Department this month: *The Daddy Daughter Dance will be held on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Herman Park Center. Fathers can spend a special night out with their daughters...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
These students will compete in Southeast Regional Science Fair
Wayne County Public Schools recently held its annual districtwide science fair, with 12 award recipients now qualified to travel to the regional competition in Wilmington on Saturday. Approximately 50 projects were displayed from three divisions -- K-2, grades 3-5,...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
WCPS recognized for public outreach work
Wayne County Public Schools has been recognized for its public relations efforts, receiving awards for its 2008 annual report and the district Web site. During the annual N.C. School Public Relations Association's Blue Ribbon awards ceremony for effective communications,...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Student had marijuana A 15-year-old student at Charles B. Aycock was found with three small bags of marijuana in his possession on Friday, the Wayne County Sheriff's office reported. The Sheriff's Office reported on Tuesday that the 15-year-old was...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Man charged for tossing stolen puppy out window
A 19-year-old accused of stealing nine pit bull puppies threw one of the puppies out of his apartment window as investigators closed in, Goldsboro police said. Jermel Shy'Kymn Jamison, 19, of Courtyard Circle was charged with animal cruelty, possession...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Goldsboro named Tree City for 11th year
For the 11th year, Goldsboro has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation. The recognition is given to honor the city's commitment to community forestry. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Goldsboro to start flushing pipes Sunday
The city of Goldsboro Public Works Department will begin its annual uni-directional water line flushing program on Sunday. Crews will be flushing lines from 7 p.m. until 3 a.m. daily except Fridays and Saturdays. The flushing program is expected to...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Museum exhibit shows county's path to equality
Wayne County Museum patrons have only a few more weeks to see the exhibit called "Black History: From Slavery to the Presidency." The exhibit, compiled by the museum staff, Linda Wilkins-Daniels and the Rev. James E. Williams, opened on...Published: Feb 11, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
VIDEO: Woman settles in 'puppy mill' case
Watch video as settlement is reached in the "puppy mill" civil injunction against Thornton Kennels owner Virginia Thornton. Thornton agreed to turn over her 283 dogs, some kept in cages for years, to county authorities. The U.S. Humane Society's state...Published: Feb 11, 2009 11:51 AM Full Story
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Veterinarians needed to assist in 'puppy mill' handling this week
There is one last hurdle for the nearly 300 dogs seized from Thornton Kennels, and the HSUS is asking for veterinarians to help them clear it. "We're in dire need of state-licensed veterinarians to be at the shelter to complete...Published: Feb 10, 2009 6:08 PM Full Story
Settlement reached in 'puppy mill' case
By NICK HILTUNEN and CATHARIN SHEPPARD A scheduled civil hearing against the owner of an alleged "puppy mill" -- where dogs are bred in "horrible" conditions -- was canceled after a settlement was reached out of court, authorities said....Published: Feb 10, 2009 2:12 PM Full Story
Wayne County Reads kicks off 'Blackbeard'
About a mile off the shore of Beaufort, just beyond the surfers and sun worshippers, lies the remains of the most famous pirate ship of all time. And the man who is in charge of saving its historic artifacts...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
County has to add new 'puppy line' for callers
Wayne County Animal Control has added an additional phone line at the county animal shelter on Clingman Street to handle the heavy volume of calls from people inquiring about dogs seized in a Friday morning raid west of Mount...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
With tears in their eyes ...
As her cat-printed T-shirt suggests, Betty Harmon usually works with felines at the Safe Haven for Cats shelter in Raleigh. But when she received an urgent e-mail Thursday night from United Animal Nations, she rushed to Goldsboro to help care...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Education Council sets sights on student skill levels
Slightly more than two years ago a group of local business and industry leaders, concerned about the adverse effects bickering between commissioners and the school board could have, joined forces to smooth the waters and facilitated an ongoing dialogue...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Cause of motorcycle wreck still unknown
The Highway Patrol isn't sure what caused motorcyclist Dennis Alan Brock, 48, to cross the center line on West Main Street extension in Mount Olive on Saturday. N.C. Crime Control and Public Safety Telecommuni-cator J.T. Smith said the accident...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Juveniles caught in break-in Goldsboro police say two juveniles were arrested and charged after being caught in Lance Inc. on Sunday morning. Officers found a stolen car with 30-day tags, and a 13-year-old and 14-year-old were found running from the...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Sheriff says telemarketing calls have nothing to do with his office
Wayne County Sheriff Carey Winders wants the public to know his office is not affiliated with a telemarketing campaign seeking money for the United States Sheriffs Association. Winders said callers have told residents that the money will be used...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Berkeley Commons sold for $19M to New York investor
Berkeley Commons -- the plaza that houses TJMaxx, Ross Dress for Less, Old Navy, Bed Bath & Beyond and other retail shops and restaurants on Berkeley Boulevard -- was recently sold to a New York investor for millions. 1st Carolina...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Board will eye changes at some schools
School officials are proposing reorganization at several schools in the county, with hopes to consolidate four others in time for the 2009-10 school year. Wayne County Board of Education was briefed on the plan at its Monday night meeting. Sprunt...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Two Goldsboro men arrested on drug charges in Lenoir County
An investigation in an area of Lenoir County called "Little Baltimore" turned up 50 "esctasy" pills and marijuana, Lenoir County Sheriff's Office officials said. Two people were arrested on Monday in Lenoir County after selling MDMA, short for methylenedioxymethamphetamine,...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Business women scholarships available
The Wayne Duplin Business and Professional Organization will offer three $500 scholarships to worthy women fro the academic year 2009-2010. Interested applicants may request an application from Barbara Kornegay, scholarship chair, by emailing bkornegay@nc.rr.com or by calling( 91) 658-9331 and...Published: Feb 10, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, February 9, 2009
County leaders: No new mandates without funding
Wayne County commissioners' laundry list for state legislators can be boiled down to just five words -- "do not mandate without appropriating." That is, in layman's terms, "don't send us orders without the money to carry them out." County...Published: Feb 9, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Helping neighbors - Charities deal with economy
The sluggish economy has not only hit most Americans' pocketbooks, it also has hurt the charities that many turn to in times of need. Several of Wayne County's charitable organizations -- the Community Soup Kitchen, the Red Cross, the Salvation...Published: Feb 9, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
City will wait on state for ruling on annexing
Goldsboro Mayor Al King and Mayor Pro-tem Chuck Allen say they will hold off on any involuntary annexation until the state legislature decides its next move on the subject. Currently, the legislature is looking at allowing citizens to vote on...Published: Feb 9, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
3rd Kitchen Table Conversation set
Parents and community members are again being invited to weigh in on the local schools, as Wayne County Public Schools plans its third Kitchen Table Conversation later this month. The format was introduced earlier in the school year, following the...Published: Feb 9, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
February bloodmobile schedule
Tuesday: Spring Creek High School 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the Red Cross house, 600 N. George St. 1:30 to 6 p.m. Friday: Wayne Memorial Hospital 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 18: Wayne Community College 9 a.m. to...Published: Feb 9, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Vandals strike Goldsboro police investigated the vandalism Saturday of an empty house on Wilmington Avenue, the former home of the owner, Myra Brewington, who now lives in Evless, Texas. A witness said the vandalism occurred in May. The report said...Published: Feb 9, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Suspect in Mount Olive shooting arrested
A man who allegedly made threats that he would "kill any officer who approached him" was taken into custody without incident on Thursday afternoon. The Wayne County Sherif's office's warrant division, overseen by Lt. Carter Hicks, had been looking...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Recovering: Freed dogs start the journey to homes of their own
A miniature poodle, her matted white fur dyed a filthy yellowish-brown from urine and feces, was the first dog carried off the trailer and into the frigid Wayne County fairgrounds barn early Friday morning. Shivering in the cradled arms of...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Here she is ... ECU sophomore chosen Miss Goldsboro
Miss Goldsboro 2009, Molly Deans of Durham, held her composure until she posed for photos with her family. Then the tears welled up and started flowing. "This is only my second pageant," said the 19-year-old East Carolina University sophomore...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Mount Olive man killed in motorcycle accident
MOUNT OLIVE -- A Mount Olive man died Saturday in a motorcycle accident on West Main Street extension just outside of town. Dennis A. Brock, 48, of Emmett Davis Lane, died after his motorcycle skidded and fell on the...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Two teens charged in armed robbery
MOUNT OLIVE -- Two teenagers were jailed Friday on charges of armed robbery after they allegedly held up The Shoe Show store in Mount Olive. It took police all of 10 minutes to make the arrests. Mostly because across...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
'Wayne Reads' kickoff Monday night at WCC
Wayne County Reads will kick off its 2009 "season of reading" Monday at 7 p.m. in the Moffatt Auditorium at Wayne Community College. Activities will include brief remarks from Angus Konstam, the author of this year's book, via video from...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Children's plays Feb. 20 at GHS
The Eastern Wayne High School Play Production class will present two children plays on Friday, Feb. 20, at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and noon at the Goldsboro High School Auditorium. The two plays are "Cinderella Wore Combat Boots," an adaptation...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Red Cross class schedule
The following is the February health and safety class schedule for the Wayne County Chapter of the American Red Cross: *CPR/automated external defibrillator for adults -- Feb. 17 from 6 until 10 p.m. *CPR for children and infants -- Feb....Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Cavalryman's call
Cpl. Chris Cook of the 1st North Carolina Cavalry re-enactment group plays his pocket coronet for visitors at a Civil War living history demonstration held at the Charles B. Aycock Birthplace Saturday afternoon. The day's programming was designed to prepare...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Duplin boards meet Monday
KENANSVILLE -- School facilities will be the topic of a Monday evening meeting between Duplin County commissioners and school board. The meeting will be begin at 7 p.m. at the county Department of Social Services. The school board will hold...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Davis, Rouzer receive committee assignments
Committee assignments were made this week in the state Senate, and both senators representing Wayne County said they were pleased with where they ended up. Sen. Don Davis, D-Greene, was appointed vice chairman of the Agriculture/Environment/Natural Resources Committee. "Agriculture...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
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Break-ins Sheriff's investigators suspect at least two people in a burglary where someone punched huge openings in four shared drywall walls at a shopping center. The suspect or suspects managed to enter five adjacent businesses, Wayne County Sheriff's Office...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Bluegrass artist at Johnston Community College
SMITHFIELD -- Multi-award winning bluegrass Gospel recording artist, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver will be featured at the Paul A. Johnston Auditorium on the campus of Johnston Community College in Smithfield on Friday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. Lawson & Quicksilver...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Arson suspects sought
DUDLEY -- Someone attempted to burn down a home lived in by a bedstricken woman and a legally blind man, and authorities say they are without a motive. The first-degree arson attempt was at 319 Brentwood Drive on Friday morning,...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Alberston fox hunt Feb. 21
ALBERTSON -- The 24th annual Washington's Day Fox Hunt and Field Trials for fox and deer dogs will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Albertson Ruritan Community Building on N.C. 111 in the northern Duplin County community. The days...Published: Feb 8, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Friday, February 6, 2009
VIDEO: About 300 small-breed dogs rescued from 'puppy mill'
Watch the U.S. Humane Society, Wayne County Animal Control and other volunteers rescue about 300 chihuahuas, pomeranians, and other small-breed dogs from a "puppy mill" near Newton Grove, off of U.S. 13 South.Click the video at the right side of...Published: Feb 6, 2009 10:04 PM Full Story
VIDEO: 'Puppy mill' press conference
See a question and answer period session with Justin Scally, Wayne County's animal control director. Scally describes conditions at the "puppy mill" site....Published: Feb 6, 2009 6:26 PM Full Story
Dropout rate up 1 percent in Wayne
The student dropout rate in Wayne County is higher than the state average -- up 1.1 percent for 2007-08 for grades 9-12. Overall, North Carolina experienced its first decline in its dropout rate in three years in 2007-08. Officials...Published: Feb 6, 2009 12:57 PM Full Story
Rescued: 300 small breed dogs seized from alleged puppy mill; VIDEO
See all photos on the Photo Gallery Clad in overalls and wearing masks to hide the stench of ammonia, animal rescue workers early this morning began removing the first of some 300 adult dogs and puppies from what is being...Published: Feb 6, 2009 12:57 PM Full Story
Kicking off their battle to put an end to cancer
Two Wayne County women who overcame the ravages of cancer told their stories at the annual Relay for Life kickoff Thursday night at First Pentecostal Holiness Church. The annual event will be May 29-30 at Wayne Community College, but...Published: Feb 6, 2009 12:57 PM Full Story
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Specialty schools in search of students
The public schools' two newest non-traditional high schools are currently recruiting for the fall semester. Wayne Early/Middle College High School and Wayne School of Engineering are accepting applications for incoming freshmen. The registration period ends on Feb. 27 for WEMCH...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Mount Olive names Rec director
MOUNT OLIVE-- Before moving to Mount Olive to attend college Chris Bitzenhofer had never heard of a pig picking. But since coming to eastern North Carolina, he said, he has fallen in love with the town and this part...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
$700,000 in jail work necessary, Smith says
Overcrowding at the Wayne County Jail isn't a new story, nor is the $53 million solution that the county had hoped could wait at least another five years. Now, however, it appears that the jail issue is rushing toward...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Interfaith bread-breaking at annual breakfast meeting
About 50 people braved the cold this morning for bacon, eggs and blessings at Herman Park Center. The Goldsboro Community Affairs Commission and Wayne County-sponsored second annual Interfaith Breakfast focused on the same basic principle it did last year --...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Parents blast Duplin school mergers
KENANSVILLE -- A group of angry North Duplin High parents threatened to sue the Duplin County Board of Education if it decides to consolidate schools in the northern part of the county. The parents spoke during the public comment...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Armed robbery Ricky Oden of West Oak Street reported a black male he does not know pointed a gun at him and demanded his property near a convenience store in the 600 block of West Ash Street, Goldsboro police said....Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Miss Goldsboro pageant set for 7 p.m. Saturday
The annual Miss Goldsboro Scholarship Pageant will be held Saturday at 7 p.m. at The Paramount Theatre on Center Street. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $12, or at the door for $15. To obtain tickets, call Jay Sauls...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
City wins four more Main Street awards
For the second year in a row, Goldsboro received four awards from the North Carolina Main Street Conference. "This year, we beat Salisbury," Mayor Al King said. Salisbury is known for winning the most awards at the Main Street...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Arrington VFD receives $5,000 grant from state
The Arrington Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded a $5,507.58 grant through the Volunteer Fire Department Fund from the State of North Carolina. During the presentation, the Department of Insurance inspected the equipment purchased with the grant money, which...Published: Feb 5, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Snow, Part II: Slip-sliding, no school as flurries hit county
Wayne County residents awoke to a snow and sleet storm early today, with stiff winds and slick roads that made driving treacherous and forced schools to cancel classes. Jeff Orrock, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Raleigh,...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Showing their talent
ArtSmarts students Anthony Cumby, left, Ashley Smith, center, and Dashon Davis, right, perform the song "When the Saints Go Marching In" on recorders during a musical revue and art exhibit at Herman Park Center Tuesday night. ArtSmarts is an after-school...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Neuse escapee caught in New Bern
A team sent to find an escapee from Neuse Correctional Institution discovered the New Bern man hiding behind a tree in a wooded area near his home town, a prison official said today. Johnny Dickerson, 29, who was serving...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin lifts hiring freeze for some public safety jobs
KENANSVILLE -- The Duplin Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Monday to lift the county's hiring freeze for positions that affect public safety, specifically the Sheriff's Office, the county's E911 system and the public health department. Sheriff Blake Wallace asked...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
City reports some revenue, collections up so far
Goldsboro residents are paying their property taxes. And many are keeping up with their garbage bills. But some aren't buying as much at retail stores in the city as expected, at least up until November. And they aren't building or...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
County might see $2.5M shortfall
Underestimating sales tax and Medicaid relief revenues should help Wayne County compensate for a projected worst-case $2.5 million county budget shortfall, while helping the county better prepare for next year's budget, County Manager Lee Smith said Tuesday. Adding to...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
One day left to make Emergency Food and Shelter program grant applications
Qualifying organizations only have until Thursday to submit their applications for their share of the $72,880 Wayne County has received from the Emergency Food and Shelter Program, which is administered by FEMA. Last year's award was $57,624, which assisted...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
County residents say no tax hikes until fat is cut
Several Wayne County taxpayers say government on all levels needs to cut more fat before thinking about imposing any more taxes to deal with money problems, especially now with the economic woes the country is experiencing. The country's economy...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Commission thanked for limiting four-day week
Speaking on behalf of local Realtors, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Steve Hicks thanked county commissioners Tuesday for not switching the tax and Register of Deeds offices to the county's four-day workweek. "On behalf of the business community and...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Red Cross auction set for March
The sixth annual sports memorabilia auction will be held March 5 at Lane Tree Golf Club. It is a fundraiser for the Wayne County Chapter of the American Red Cross. Tickets are $30 per person and $300 for a...Published: Feb 4, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Alliance will take year to get ready for recovery
Faced with the current economic downturn, the Wayne County Development Alliance recently adopted new goals for 2009 -- goals President Joanna Helms said should put the county in a more favorable position once the economy improves. "Right now, being...Published: Feb 3, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Town board honors three for service
MOUNT OLIVE -- Retired county commissioners Atlas Price Jr. of Seven Springs and Efton Sager of Goldsboro, along with former state representative Louis Pate Jr. of Mount Olive, were honored by the town board Monday night. It took the...Published: Feb 3, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
City says 'no' to more annexations ... for now
The Goldsboro City Council will hold off on annexations, for now. Members decided Monday night they would put Phase 12, the current annexation area under review, on hold until further notice. "I'm not going against annexation, but I think there...Published: Feb 3, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
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Thefts *Jeania Calvert of Olivia Lane reported that someone entered her home and stole a 32-inch LCD television, a stereo and a handgun from her home on Sunday, Goldsboro police said. *Terrel Tyee Taylor of Stevens Mill Road reported...Published: Feb 3, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Pikeville could get Vail Street railroad warning devices
PIKEVILLE -- The federal government has money for Pikeville to put up automatic warning devices at its Vail Street railroad crossing, a letter from a state engineer says. But the money's only good if Pikeville agrees on the project...Published: Feb 3, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Medicare recipients eligible for Rx help
Through the help of a federal program, Wayne County Services on Aging is offering help to Medicare beneficiaries who still need assistance paying for their prescription drugs. Beneficiaries may be eligible for the federal Extra Help low-income subsidy program if...Published: Feb 3, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Civil War re-enactors to show cavalry tactics at Aycock Birthplace
FREMONT -- As the sound of hooves impatiently pawing the ground evokes a bygone time, re-enactors from the 1st N.C. Cavalry will demonstrate traditional cavalry battle techniques Saturday at the Charles B. Aycock Birthplace. Running from 1-4 p.m., this program...Published: Feb 3, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, February 2, 2009
Forecaster: Some snow this week but winter will end with just cold
Long-term forecasters with the National Weather Service say Wayne County might see snow in the next few days, but that the region will likely have a dry spring. The world's most famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, had a similar forecast. He...Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Girl Scouts will open cookie booths Feb. 14
Girl Scouts were out in force across Goldsboro this weekend as they continued their annual cookie sales drive by targeting Super Bowl revelers. Cookie booth sales, which will resume Feb. 14 and continue through March 15, will be available for...Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Lottery, housing project on agenda
County commissioners Tuesday will be asked to add their blessings to the county schools' efforts to draw down slightly more than $5 million in state lottery funds to be used for local projects The board meeting will get under...Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Mount Olive has picked new rec director
MOUNT OLIVE -- The town's first recreation director in years could be hired within the next several days, Town Manager Charles Brown said Thursday. Brown had hoped to have the director on the job by Jan. 1, but the...Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Senior Center hosting information breakfast and property tax program
Wayne County Services on Aging is hosting two programs this week at the Senior Center,100 S. John St. The first, on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., will be a program about the property tax homestead exemption. David Ward, county tax...Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Juveniles charged with dog fighting
Three Wayne County juveniles have been charged with felony dog fighting in two unrelated cases stemming from investigations that began last summer. Charged in connection with the dog fighting are a 14-year-old and two 16-year-old boys. The 16-year-olds were 15...Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Prisoner escapes from Neuse Correctional
The search continues today for a New Bern man who managed to escape from the Neuse Correctional Institution west of Goldsboro around 9:40 p.m. Saturday. Cynthia Thornton, assistant superintendent for programs for the prison, said officials are still investigating...Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Fremont could cut wastewater bills
FREMONT -- Reopening an old spray field could drastically reduce the cost of sending untreated wastewater to Goldsboro, Fremont Town Administrator Kerry McDuffie says. With a few exceptions, reactivating the field could completely eliminate wastewater sent to Goldsboro, McDuffie said....Published: Feb 2, 2009 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, February 1, 2009
$600,000 hit: County leaders hope October sales tax loss won't become a pattern
Wayne County's sales tax revenues took a $600,000 clobbering in October -- a hit that will have repercussions across the entire county budget from schools' capital needs to the general fund. It will be the first of the week...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Commission agrees with decisions on 4-day week
Most of Wayne County's commissioners are voicing their support for the four-day workweek that was implemented last summer, but they also agree with County Manager Lee Smith's decision to delay expanding that schedule to include the tax and Register...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
County home sales rose in January
Wayne County's home sales might have been down in November and December, but some area Realtors say January is bringing good news. "January is a gangbuster," said Judith McMillen of the Prudential The McMillen Real Estate Group, who has...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Wayne jobless rate rises again in December
Wayne County's unemployment rate jumped again in December, increasing from 7.2 percent in November to 7.9 percent -- its highest point since "the early '80s" said local Employment Security Commission manager Bill Pate. "It's been since the very early...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Relay kickoff, Sun Feb 1
Wayne County residents are gearing up for the 2009 Relay for Life with a kickoff celebration dinner Thursday. The event takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. at First Pentecostal Holiness Church. The speakers will be this year's honorary...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Students show off science experiments
Students in Wayne County Public Schools showed off their attempts at scientific research Saturday during the annual districtwide science fair at Meadow Lane Elementary. Twelve winners were chosen to go to the Regional Science Fair in Wilmington at the University...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Pink Hill man dies in wreck with semi
A Pink Hill man was killed on N.C. 111 South after his pickup crossed a double-yellow line and slammed head-on into an 18-wheeler Friday, authorities said. David Scott Herring, 49, of Burncoat Road, was dead at the scene, about 3.6...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
MERCI Center to help low-income families with housing repairs
The MERCI Center in Rosewood is looking for homeowners who need emergency repairs so they can stay in their houses, and for contractors who can help. The organization, originally called the Marion Edwards Recovery Center Initiatives after the United...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
City Council expected to move forward with annexation
The Goldsboro City Council will discuss passing a resolution of intent to consider moving forward with Phase 12 annexation plans at its meeting Monday night. The area included in Phase 12 is north of Buck Swamp Road and includes...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
Police see rise in scooter thefts
Patrick Dunleavy's purchase of a "really brand-new-looking" Zonshen moped was intended to save money on gas. Now, he's riding his bicycle, because like many area residents, his alternative transportation is likely in the possession of a thief. "I had...Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story
MO agenda
MOUNT OLIVE -- Town commissioners are expected Monday night to declare the 20-year-old handguns that the town's police officers have been using as surplus. The meeting gets under way at 7 p.m. at town hall on East James Street....Published: Feb 1, 2009 2:00 AM Full Story