Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Cuts slim down WCC summer course offerings
Budget cuts that have impacted higher education institutions across the country have not spared Wayne Community College, but while summer offerings are more abbreviated than in past years, there are still many courses for college students to continue their...Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Tribute to heroes
His voice, at times, trembling, Patrick Doherty fought back tears as he unwrapped a boyhood memory for the 100-plus who turned out for a public vigil designed to honor those who have died for their country. His father, he told...Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Woman saved after driving SUV into pond
The identity of a woman who was rescued by the Arr-Mac Water Dive Team after she drove her Isuzu Trooper into a pond at the intersection of Providence Church Road and U.S. 13 South early this morning was unavailable...Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Salvation Army chiefs take on new challenge
Salvation Army Maj. Andrew Wiley was working in the organization's social service office when a woman came in desperate for help for her sister, who was in the hospital. A minor surgery had developed complications and her sister's stay at...Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Two injured in Ash Street hit and run
Authorities are searching for a suspect in a hit-and-run traffic accident at the corner of Ash and Kornegay streets Monday evening that overturned an SUV and sent a teenager and a 10-month-old child to the hospital. The suspect was...Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Farmer's market opens Wednesday
The return of the farmer's market to Goldsboro will be marked this Wednesday by a premiere event, featuring singers from Dillard Academy Charter and appearances by Mayor Al King and interim City Manager Tasha Logan Wednesday at 9:15 a.m....Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Blood donations needed this summer
Now that summer is here, the Wayne County Chapter of the American Red Cross is asking local businesses, churches and civic groups to sponsor blood drives. And, to help draw both sponsors and donors, the Red Cross is offering...Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Visitors center, museum set to open Friday at Cliffs
After two years of construction, a new museum and visitor center at the Cliffs of the Neuse State Park will open with a dedication ceremony Friday at 10:30 a.m. The 7,000-square-foot facility will enable visitors to get a glimpse of...Published: May 31, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, May 30, 2011
Ivey is named Partnership for Children director
A veteran educator has been named executive director for the Partnership for Children of Wayne County, which also manages Smart Start. Charles Ivey III, principal at Spring Creek Elementary School since it opened 12 years ago, will take over the...Published: May 30, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Veteran recalls service at memorial to fallen
MOUNT OLIVE -- Hugh Howard was just two days shy of his 22nd birthday when the B-17 on which he was a crew member was shot down over Germany in 1944. Captured by the Germans, Howard spent the next...Published: May 30, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
A hero's legacy
It started with a despondent gaze -- her face void of emotion as she began fielding questions about the man she referred to, simply, as "my love." She lit up when she remembered their first date -- laughing as...Published: May 30, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Greene bluegrass concert June 14
SNOWHILL -- "Bluegrass in the Courtyard," sponsored by the Greene County Performing Arts Series, will be held Tuesday, June 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the courtyard of the the Greene County Museum at the corner of Third and North Greene...Published: May 30, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Virginia man drowns at Busco Beach
A 31-year-old man drowned while swimming at Busco Beach on Sunday evening. The body of Samuel Evans Turner, of Courtland, Va., was recovered by a dive team around 7 p.m. Members of Arr-Mac Water Response Team, which includes members...Published: May 30, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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Investigations Goldsboro police are investigating these reports: * Stephen Cole Sumrell of Glen Oak Drive reported the theft of a GPS valued at $150 and Blackberry phone valued at $600 from his vehicle. * Charles Little, of Selma, told...Published: May 30, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Families sought to host foreign students
Families are being sought in the Goldsboro area to serve as hosts for high school students from Spain and France. Five students from Spain will be staying in eastern North Carolina between June 24 and July 23 and five high...Published: May 30, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, May 29, 2011
County to remember fallen heroes
Flags have already been placed on the graves of those Wayne County residents who served their country, but there are still several opportunities for locals to commemorate Memorial Day. And those area veterans who have been planning their respective...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Alumni bridging the gap
Five-year-old Kimya Easley has a simple philosophy when it comes to parades -- the best ones are where they give out candy. "I have lollipops and this (candy). I just looked at (the band). I like the flag girls,"...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Old friends reunited, new ones made
Saturday afternoon's rain might have sent members of the Central/Eastern Wayne Alumni and Friends seeking shelter under tents and in their cars, but even then they still reminisced as they renewed friendships and made new ones. Prior to the...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
New Asperger's school captures interest, funds
As soon as it was made public that Wayne County will have a new school for children with Asperger's syndrome, Nancy Black was flooded with phone calls and e-mails from interested families. She said she has also been approached to...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Wayne Country Day seniors take next steps to the future
For the 20 seniors who took home diplomas from Wayne Country Day Friday, their passage to adulthood also was marked by their alma mater's impending transformation. Just after the tassels were turned on the graduation caps and the last speech...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
School of Engineering honors its first graduating class
Jerry Gurgainous II felt like he was in a whole new world of opportunities when he stepped through the doors of Wayne School of Engineering for the first time four years ago. He felt the same way as he walked...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Fans available for heat relief
A limited number of fans are available through the Fan Heat Relief Program from WAGES (580-1790) and Wayne County Services on Aging (731-1591). Applicant Eligibility Criteria: * Must reside in Wayne County; * Must be an adult: 60 years...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Students say goodbye to Wayne Christian Academy -- their 'second home'
For Wayne Christian School graduate Lindsey Whaley, walking out of the gym doors for the last time after Saturday's commencement ceremonies truly was the end of an era. Every weekday morning, ever since she was eight weeks old, Lindsey...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Suicide support group to start
A new suicide support group is being started in Goldsboro. The new organization, Touched by Suicide Support Group, will hold its first meeting on Tuesday, June 7, at 6:30 p.m. at Freedom Baptist Church, 300 Country Day Road. Meetings...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Mayor recalls start of proposal to annex
How did the Goldsboro City Council -- and city government -- come up with the idea to annex the Buck Swamp and Falling Brook areas? The city's mayor said the suggestion was first made during a trip back from...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
First Seymour Johnson AFB public information officer dies
Lt. Col. Gerald M. Holland, 82, died last week in Springfield, Va. Holland was the first assigned public information officer during the reactivation of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. He was reassigned from Saudi Arabia and arrived at Seymour...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
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Shots fired on roadway A 21-year-old man reported to Goldsboro police that someone fired shots into the vehicle he was driving in the 500 block of Wayne Avenue around 11:20 Thursday. According to the police report, the vehicle had...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Mount Olive sets hearing on budget
MOUNT OLIVE -- Town commissioners met for less than 15 minutes Thursday night to accept the town's $4.7 million draft budget and establish a public hearing on the proposal for June 6. The budget public hearing is expected to...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Wayne's jobless number is stable
Wayne County was among 17 counties in North Carolina to see no change in unemployment rates from March until April as the countywide percentage remained at 8.3 percent according to Friday's report from the Employment Security Commission of North...Published: May 29, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Friday, May 27, 2011
Chamber to launch fundraising campaign
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is planning to unveil a new fundraising effort that will concentrate its campaigning for donations and sponsorships into a seven-week period beginning in August rather than asking for donations on an event-by-event basis...Published: May 27, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
WCC, MOC ink partnership deal to benefit students
Wayne Community College and Mount Olive College formalized a partnership agreement Thursday that will enhance and expand options for community college students. The articulation arrangement will not only allow students a more seamless transfer from the associate degree programs...Published: May 27, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
A graduation of firsts
How many high school graduation ceremonies hand out diplomas and associate degrees and have a speaker chosen by the president of the United States? Wayne Early/Middle College High School celebrated that distinction Thursday night, along with another milestone -- it...Published: May 27, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Former SJAFB pilot is on board Endeavour flight
Retired Air Force Col. Gregory H. Johnson, NASA astronaut: After graduating from the Air Force Academy in May 1984, Johnson was designated an Air Force pilot in May 1986 at Reese Air Force Base, Texas. He was retained as a...Published: May 26, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Shuttle escort
From the backseat of an F-15E Strike Eagle, Capt. Neil Mercer took it all in -- an object breaking through the clouds; the slow climb and sudden burst of speed unfolding across the clear, blue sky. "The whole time we're...Published: May 26, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Revaluation notices are in the mail
Property revaluation notices are in the mail, and Wayne County property owners shouldn't be surprised to learn that overall the values have increased countywide. The biggest change was seen in the northern part of the county, where more growth...Published: May 26, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Rosewood counselor sets his sights on scholarship dollars
Nineteen of the 120 seniors at Rosewood High School have received more than $13,000 in scholarships to attend Wayne Community College in the fall. But the impressive part of that story, says Jack Kannan, executive director of the WCC Foundation,...Published: May 26, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Duplin ponders tax hike
KENANSVILLE -- With a $3.4 million budget deficit for the coming year, Duplin County officials said their only options are to raise taxes or reach into the county's shrinking savings account. After reviewing a budget proposal for 2011-12 at...Published: May 25, 2011 1:52 PM Full Story
Officials: Pink water safe to drink
Southern Wayne Sanitary District water customers whose water appeared pink in color have nothing to be concerned about according to water superintendent Mike Garris. Garris said the discoloration was due to a slightly higher concentration of potassium permanganate in...Published: May 25, 2011 1:52 PM Full Story
Memorial Day closings announced
Local, state and federal government offices, along with most banks, will be closed Monday in observance of the Memorial Day holiday, including the following: * Wayne County Public Schools * Wayne County government offices * The city of Goldsboro (All...Published: May 25, 2011 1:52 PM Full Story
WCC trustees discuss impact of state budget
Wayne Community College officials discussed the state budget and its possible impact on the school Tuesday night at a meeting of the school's Board of Trustees. Word came out earlier in the day that the state Senate budget was being...Published: May 25, 2011 1:52 PM Full Story
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Two charged in Mar Mac assault and robbery The Wayne County Sheriff's Office arrested a man and woman May 19 on charges of assault and robbery. Alec Christopher Grant, 27, of Sandhill Drive, and Adeline Marie Reeves, 25, of Ridge...Published: May 25, 2011 1:52 PM Full Story
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Lady in the Park back at city park
John Albert grasped the railing at Herman Park's fountain, leaned forward and peered at the statue known affectionately as "The Lady in the Park." The Parks and Recreation superintendent sounded like a proud father as he talked about plans...Published: May 24, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Veterans to mark Memorial Day with events
For those local residents who have lost a loved one to war, this weekend is about far more than afternoon cookouts and trips to the beach. Memorial Day, they say, is another opportunity to remember the beloved sons, daughters, wives,...Published: May 24, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Officers help carry Special Olympics torch on run
Achy muscles. Sweaty T-shirts. Smiles. That was the scene at the Greene County Courthouse around noon Friday as a group of about 40 runners finished a nearly 23-mile run that started hours earlier at the Goldsboro Police Department. The run...Published: May 24, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Goldsboro names new city manager
Goldsboro City Council announced Monday afternoon that the position of city manager, vacant since February, will be filled by Kinston City Manager Scott Stevens. Stevens, 44, will take the position beginning Aug. 8 and will receive an annual salary...Published: May 24, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Senators: Saving money, school success part of plan
As state senators begin debate on their $19.3 billion spending plan today, only about $60 million separate them from their colleagues in the House. "I think we're close together," Sen. Louis Pate, R-Wayne, said. "I think we'll be able...Published: May 24, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, May 23, 2011
Six injured in Sunday scuffle at apartment
Six people, including four teenagers, were shot while attending a party in the 400 block of North George Street around 12:30 a.m. Sunday. No one was killed, but all the victims were transported to Wayne Memorial Hospital, and two...Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
GATEWAY official says no plans for 'takeover'
When the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners notified GATEWAY it was dissolving its benefit pool, it meant more than 60 employees were in danger of losing their health insurance coverage beginning July 31. With less than 90 days...Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Hood named Middle Art Educator
Rosewood Middle School art teacher Benny Hood was named Zeno Spence Middle Art Educator for 2010-11, during the Wayne County Public Schools' annual visual arts reception which also recognized 36 student artists. The ceremonies have been held for 20...Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Community Day at H.V. Brown
The second annual Bike Show & Community Day sponsored by Hit Squad, I Refuse Ryders, Redliners, R-Riders, Carolina Heat and Turn Key bike clubs featured games for kids, inflatables and free food and refreshments....Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Seven Springs hopes signs will be returned
SEVEN SPRINGS -- A thief last week showed little love to Seven Springs when he stole one of the town's welcome signs along N.C. 55 East. Several years ago, town matriarch Ola Mae Adams, former owner and operator of...Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Health Department sets its sights on diabetes rates
Knowing that diabetes rates are higher among some minority populations, the Health Department has decided to take its message to the streets. Janice Johnson began serving as coordinator of the Community Health Assessments Program (CHAPS) in March. The initiative had...Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Stoney Creek Park grant for nearly $8,000 more
Goldsboro is getting nearly $8,000 more dollars for improvements at Stoney Creek Park. The Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grant Goldsboro's Parks and Recreation Department received was for $7,750 more than what was originally requested, Interim Parks and Recreation...Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunflower weather
After an eight-mile bike ride, Bill Dunevant and Chris Koch stop to admire the sunflowers and other plants growing at the Library Garden located between the Wayne County Public Library and Herman Park. Wayne County residents should expect to...Published: May 23, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, May 22, 2011
2011 Wayne County Relay for Life
Kathy Barrow, a member of the Purtty Team, ties a ribbon to honor Frances and Carl Thornton. Mrs. Thornton is a cancer survivor. Her son, Carl, succumbed to his battle with cancer. The Purtty Team Relays for them. The...Published: May 22, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
The sights, sounds and people of Relay For Life 2011
The sights, sounds and people of Relay for Life 2011....Published: May 22, 2011 12:25 AM Full Story
Friday, May 20, 2011
Benefit planned for local family
It's been more than two years since 12-year-old Taylor Gambrel was struck by a car while riding his bike near the family's Elroy home. And while he survived 190 days in a coma and completed extended therapies at home, one...Published: May 20, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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Elderly woman has $10K in cash stolen An 87-year-old Dudley woman filed a report with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office Tuesday claiming a breaking and entering and larceny. The woman claims someone had pried open her back windows and...Published: May 20, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
They are ready to Relay
After months of preparation, members of Relay for Life teams started setting up tents and grills early today at Wayne Community College, ready for a night of celebrating and remembering. The annual event starts this evening with a survivors...Published: May 20, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Survivor shares stories of hope and laughter
The gymnasium at First Pentecostal Holiness Church was filled to capacity Thursday evening -- standing room only. But no one complained about not having a seat or being crowded around the 30 or so tables that filled the room,...Published: May 20, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Private school graduations ready to begin this weekend
Three private schools will kick off the high school commencement season, beginning with the first ceremony later this week. In addition to announcing details of individual ceremonies, school officials have named valedictorians and salutatorians. Faith Christian Academy will lead off...Published: May 19, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Mo-ped stop results in three-hour suspect chase
A Mount Olive man was arrested after a three-hour manhunt in Goldsboro Wednesday afternoon. Randy A. Johnson, 27, Stanley Chapel Church Road, has been charged with misdemeanor assault on a government official, resisting an officer and several traffic violations. He...Published: May 19, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Fremont officer is appealing his firing
FREMONT -- The Fremont Town Board went into closed session during Wednesday's meeting to consider an appeal by a police officer who was fired last month. Town officials terminated the employment of Rodney Jarman and he has appealed. The...Published: May 19, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
County wary of taking on GATEWAY expense
From the 8 a.m. work session to the commissioners' final comments, the county's proposed acceptance of GATEWAY employees into its health insurance program dominated this week's Wayne County Board of Commissioners meeting. The board was sharply divided on what...Published: May 19, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Kiwanis officers are elected
At the annual meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Goldsboro held last week, new officers and board members were elected. The club president is Harlon Neil, president-elect is Donna Phillips and the vice president is Nathan Joyner. New board...Published: May 19, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Yarboro receives BSA Distinguished Citizen Award
Former Tuscarora Boy Scout Council President Tom Yarboro received the council's Distinguished Citizen Award on Tuesday at a banquet held at the Walnut Creek Country Club. Yarboro, an executive with Goldsboro Milling Co., was lauded for his service to...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
County buys buildings
The Wayne County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved the purchase of three buildings at 2001 Ash Street to house the county's Services for Aging Department. The cost of the buildings, which are currently occupied by Sportsman's World, Nash...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Opening Park Avenue still on council's agenda
When Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Chairman Jerry Phillips presented his group's recommendations to the City Council on how to open up the portion of Park Avenue that runs through Herman Park while keeping park visitors safe, he noted...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Jaycee DSA nominations still open
Applications for the Goldsboro Jaycees annual Distinguished Service Award are still being accepted. The award will be presented at the organization's annual Awards Banquet on Monday, May 23. Tickets also are still available for the event by contacting Brantley...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Youth Council receives awards
Several local youths received awards at the spring convention of the State Youth Council at Carolina Beach. The convention was sponsored by the Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office and hosted by the Cary Teen Council. The Goldsboro Mayor's Youth Council...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Relay for Life food list
Team No. 1 -- The First Pentecostal Holiness Church, Location: Campsite No. 83 to 85 * Ribeye sandwich * Barbecue pork sandwich * Grilled or fried chicken sandwich * Grilled or fried pork chop sandwich * Pizza * French fries...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Hanging in there
Breanna Summerlin, 8, strains to stay on the monkey bars at Herman Park. For people who want to hang out outdoors this week it may be a strain with thunderstorms in the forecast every day....Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Postal food drive
Postal employee Glendale Wiggins sorts some of the 12,850 pounds of canned goods and other non-perishables collected by mail carriers along their routes Saturday at the William Street post office. The food will go to help the Community Soup...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
MPO worrried about bill on U.S. 70 medians
Decisions involving highway safety and design are best left to local government and transportation organizations that are more involved and knowledgeable about local needs than state lawmakers, members of the Goldsboro Metropolitan Planning Organization said at a meeting last...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Junior Miss seeking entries
Wayne County Junior Miss is undergoing a name change, but is still looking for rising high school senior girls to compete in this year's scholarship program. The local affiliate is an official preliminary of America's Distinguished Young Woman national...Published: May 18, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Four Eastern Wayne High School senior earn $12,500 in scholarships
Four Eastern Wayne High School seniors have been awarded $12,500 in scholarships from the Emmet and Mary Robinson Trust Fund. The trust fund was set up by the Robinsons to award annual scholarships to students who attend a Wayne County...Published: May 17, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Crops: So far, so good
Moderate temperatures coupled with the right amount of rainfall at the right time have created near-perfect growing conditions for the county's crops. However, Cooperative Extension Service director Kevin Johnson can't forget last year. "My biggest fear is another hot, dry...Published: May 17, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Organizations ask for city funds
The Goldsboro City Council heard pleas Monday night from a number of agencies and organizations that expect to have their funding from the city reduced or eliminated in the 2011-12 proposed budget. The council is considering severe cuts across...Published: May 17, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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Woman found dead Goldsboro police are investigating the death of a 23-year-old woman whom Kyle Hogan, 30, found unresponsive in her bed at their shared residence on Paul Street. Amy Hatchcock was unresponsive when officers arrived on the scene and...Published: May 17, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, May 16, 2011
Confederate Memorial Day
Dr. John Booker and Stacey Jones place three wreaths -- one for the Dr. B.T. Person Camp, one for the Goldsboro Rifle Camp and one for the Smithfield Light Infantry -- in front of the Civil War Confederate Monument in...Published: May 16, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Butterflies fly at Kitty Askins chapel
As prayers and butterflies both floated toward the heavens Sunday afternoon, a group of nearly 50 people gathered to dedicate the new Mount Olive Area Chapel at Kitty Askins. The chapel, which was built as part of the hospice...Published: May 16, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
County: Voting changes will save money
Wayne County elections director Vicki Reed says reducing the number of days that polls are open for one-stop voting would save her department nearly $60,000 an election, but that the decision was not likely to be popular with voters....Published: May 16, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Memorial set for former GHS music teacher
George Trautwein cruised into town in his cream Jaguar in the late 1950s, taking a teaching job at Goldsboro High School to help pay for his new car, and wound up being a beloved music teacher to some "pony-tailed, loafered...Published: May 16, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
City budget cuts funds for GHS grad coach, plus non-profits
The city's first proposed budget contained no appropriations for the American Red Cross, Project Uplift, WATCH or the Boys and Girls Club and would effectively end Communities in Schools' graduation coach at Goldsboro High School. City Manager Tasha Logan...Published: May 16, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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DVDs stolen from library An unidentified black male reportedly made away with $180 worth of DVDs from Wayne County Public Library on Thursday afternoon, according to Goldsboro police. Matt Bolen of the library alleged that the man removed discs from...Published: May 16, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
City Council will hear redistricting comments
The public will have its first opportunity to sound off on the city's proposed 2011-12 budget plan at tonight's City Council meeting at City Hall at 7 p.m. The council's work session will begin at 5 p.m. The budget,...Published: May 16, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Ready to Relay? County teams pulling out fundraising stops for Friday event
It's not about the taste of a homemade applejack. It's not about winning a simple carnival game. It's about celebrating, if only for a few hours, the courage of those who have fought their way to another birthday -- and...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Goldsboro High students behind on graduation projects
How many of the 126 Goldsboro High School seniors will graduate this year? With less than four weeks to go before commencement, officials say that a number of students are still scurrying to complete their graduation projects, a prerequisite...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
City Council unveils budget proposal
Cuts to the city's budget, including the continued freezing of vacant positions, brought about heated discussion during the City Council's budget work session Tuesday. District 4 Councilman the Rev. Charles Williams was particularly outspoken against the changes, asking if...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Man shot at Fast Eddie's
A 21-year-old Dudley man was reportedly shot outside of Fast Eddie's Sports Bar and Grill on Parkway Avenue over the weekend. According to a report filed by Goldsboro police, Jeremy Stokes of Durham Lake Road was shot in his...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Man arrested for sexual assault, kidnapping
A Four Oaks man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting and kidnapping a Goldsboro woman in April and May. Walter V. Cogdell, 48, was charged Wednesday with two counts of second-degree kidnapping, three counts of second-degree rape, and...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Stepping out in Seven Springs for Ole Timey Days
SEVEN SPRINGS -- Threatening skies and impending storms held off Saturday, at least long enough for the 11th annual Ole Timey Days festival to go off without a hitch. Vance Davenport of LaGrange said his wife asked him why...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Curriculum will require more writing of students
Parents and students should expect a lot more writing in all subject areas as Wayne County Public Schools joins N.C. and 47 other states that have adopted new curriculum standards, officials say. "The curriculum will be changing as a...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Mount Olive native receives highest Coast Guard honor
RONES CHAPEL -- A Mount Olive native, U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. William E. "Bill" Sasser Jr., 43, a recipient of the U.S. Coast Guard's Distinguished Flying Cross, has been listed on the Coast Guard's Wall of Gallantry. The...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Local band welcomes Scotty, performs
A band with Goldsboro ties performed with North Carolina's "American Idol" contestant during his hometown visit Saturday afternoon. Scotty McCreery, a high school student from Garner, has been a fan favorite since Hollywood Week. His rich baritone voice was...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Volunteers offer services for UW's 2011 Day of Caring
Janet Miller and Tisha Johnson know what it's like to go for days without being able to bathe or even brush your teeth. So when the two paralegals found out the Red Cross was asking the community to fill...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Autism group reorganizes to offer more services to local families
Terry Daily is raising his 7-year-old granddaughter. But the challenges he and his wife face go way beyond starting over after having been parents to their own children. Kimberly has autism. And because she's non-verbal, she has required speech...Published: May 15, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Friday, May 13, 2011
Former longtime fire chief chosen for national award
FAISON -- Glenn Jernigan, former Duplin County sheriff and former longtime chief of the Faison Fire Department, has become the first North Carolinian to receive the National Volunteer Fire Council's Lifetime Achievement Award. The award, presented annually by Scott...Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
March jobless rate down in Wayne, but up in Greene
Wayne County's unemployment rate dropped by 0.3 percent from February to March, according to the latest statistics from the Employment Security Commission of North Carolina. Wayne's February mark of 8.5 percent fell to 8.2 percent in March, according to...Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Changes to state rules on annexing get first OK
All of Wayne County state representatives voted in favor of the involuntary annexation reform bill Thursday. Sponsored by Rep. Stephen LaRoque, R-Lenoir, the bill is the first major overhaul of annexation rules that have been in effect since 1959....Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Injured airman identified
The 4th Fighter Wing Security Forces airman who was injured early Sunday morning in Afghanistan has been identified by the Air Force. Staff Sgt. Ben Seekell is currently being treated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center for injuries sustained when...Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Copper hunting: Vacant houses are one of first places thieves strike
As the prices of precious metals have risen, so, too, have the frequency of metal thefts. In the past four months alone, Goldsboro police have received more than 80 reports of metal thefts. Most involved thieves stripping copper and...Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sheriff's office holding lost bikes
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is preparing to clear nearly 25 bicycles from a storage area. The bikes have been found abandoned throughout the county. Some of the bikes have been in the possession of the Sheriff's Office for...Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Student arrested for filing false kidnapping report
Mychayla Sariah Allen, 16, of Woodcroft Drive, was arrested Thursday by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office for filing a false report to a law enforcement agency. Ms. Allen, a student at Charles B. Aycock, is accused of fabricating a...Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Mental health advocates voice concerns
Just over a year ago, Anna Boyd would have lacked the skills and self assurance to speak before a crowd. She was front and center of nearly 100 people last week, though, as she pleaded with state Sen. Louis...Published: May 13, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Thursday, May 12, 2011
New rules for municipal annexation approved
The state House voted overwhelmingly to approve new rules for municipal annexation today. The primary change would be to allow property owners to block an involuntary annexation if 60 percent of them formally oppose it. A final vote will...Published: May 12, 2011 2:32 PM Full Story
Debate continues over Park Avenue closure decision
Despite some discussion of the continued mystery as to how Herman Park's Park Avenue thoroughfare was closed and remained closed for more than a year, the Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission answered City Council's call Wednesday for ideas on...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Get diploma: WCC commencement was culmination of years of hard work
Deborah Carter may have looked slightly out of place in the lineup at Wednesday evening's Wayne Community College graduation, being the only one not outfitted in the traditional cap and gown. But she didn't mind a bit, as she...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Mail carriers picking up food Saturday
The local chapter of the National Association of Letter Carriers and Rural Carriers, in partnership with United Way of Wayne County, will be conducting a food drive Saturday. The local drive is part of a national effort by more...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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Grocer gets scammed A report was filed Tuesday with the Goldsboro police accusing an unknown person of switching price tags on grocery items at Carlie C's. The report states that a $4 price tag was removed from an item...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Shooting victim taken to Pitt Memorial
A Goldsboro man was airlifted to Pitt Memorial Hospital after being shot at his home early this morning. Decarlos Andre McNair, 38, was shot in the head and arm around 3:30 a.m. during an altercation with three unknown men,...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Bike tour of gardens set for Friday
A "movement" that has been gaining momentum across Goldsboro for several years will take another step forward Friday, as members of the Wayne Food Initiative host a bike tour of local community gardens. And event organizers hope to draw a...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin notifies 210 of possible layoffs
Duplin County school officials announced Wednesday plans to cut 210 positions for the 2011-12 year, including teachers, teacher assistants and other employees. This morning, school Superintendent Dr. Austin Obasohan explained that the Duplin Board of Education, which approved the...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
K-9 team tracks down burglary suspect
A 19-year-old LaGrange man was arrested last week following two morning break-ins earlier this month in the Dudley area. Casey Reberto Maddox, of Piney Grove Church Road, was charged by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office with two counts of...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Butterball gives turkeys to storm victims
Butterball, the nation's largest turkey producer, donated more than 18,000 pounds of turkey to charitable organizations in North Carolina and Alabama that are supplying food to victims of the severe weather that struck the Southeast several weeks ago. "Our...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Girl recovering after bite by neighbor's dog
A 9-year-old Rosewood girl underwent surgery on her arm Sunday night following an attack by a neighbor's dog. Wayne County Animal Control Director Vicki Falconer said girl's injuries were severe. Falconer said the dog is a mixed breed and...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Wilson speaking at Mitchell Community College
Former Wayne Community College President Dr. Ed Wilson will be the commencement speaker at Mitchell Community College on Friday evening. Wilson retired in 2007 after having served as WCC president since 2002. He currently serves on the boards for...Published: May 12, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Injured airman identified
The 4th Fighter Wing Security Forces airman who was injured earlier this week in Afghanistan has been identified by the Air Force. Staff Sgt. Ben Seekell is currently being treated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center for injuries sustained when...Published: May 12, 2011 1:10 PM Full Story
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
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Man charged with sexual assault Josan Walker, 33, of Hugh Street, was charged by the Goldsboro police Tuesday with attempted second-degree rape, interfering with emergency communications and assault on a female. The alleged victim filed allegations that she was assaulted...Published: May 11, 2011 2:22 PM Full Story
Day of Caring signups still available
There is still time to sign up to participate in United Way's Day of Caring that will be held Friday. Wayne residents will be out that day helping a variety of charitable and community organizations with projects ranging from...Published: May 11, 2011 2:22 PM Full Story
Continental Society recognizes Comatha Johnson for long service
Ask Comatha Boyette Johnson about having an award named in her honor and she quickly shifts the focus to the youths and community that she has served during her 34 years as a member of the Goldsboro chapter of...Published: May 11, 2011 2:22 PM Full Story
Goldsboro City Council votes to make another offer on Arts Council building
The city is one step closer to realizing its Air Force museum project after the Goldsboro City Council voted Tuesday to enter into a contract to buy the Arts Council of Wayne County building on Ash Street. An original...Published: May 11, 2011 2:22 PM Full Story
Goldsboro police department Explorer Scouts picked for national academy
Two young men in the Goldsboro Police Department's Explorer Scouts program have been selected to participate in leadership academies held in Washington, D.C., this summer. Marcus Lewis, 20, has been with the Explorer Scouts since 2007 and will attend...Published: May 11, 2011 2:22 PM Full Story
WCC tassels turn
The hallway in the Walnut Building at Wayne Community College was quieter than usual on Tuesday, despite the congested throng of students that lined up shortly after 5 p.m. The occasion, and the lack of air conditioning, transformed the group...Published: May 11, 2011 2:22 PM Full Story
Wayne County gets school for students with Asperger's
Wayne County will become the first area in the nation to have a school specifically for children with Asperger's Syndrome, a high-functioning form of autism, says Nancy Black, founder and executive director of The Asperger Connection School. Ms. Black has...Published: May 11, 2011 2:22 PM Full Story
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Commission delays hearing on Mount Olive road closure
Wayne County commissioners last week delayed scheduling a public hearing on the state's plans to close a section of Zion Church Road just east of Mount Olive. Commissioners had been expected to set the public hearing for June 7 ,...Published: May 10, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Brogden student back to school after brave battle with cancer
DUDLEY -- The past few months have been tough going for Shenitha Peacock. It all started when her eldest, Isaiah, 12, began having pain in his lower back that gradually turned into shooting pains down his legs. "Every week...Published: May 10, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
County Board of Education puts its policy book online
Wayne County school board policies are now online. From governing principles and board operations to facilities and fiscal management, the public can access the complete list of district policies via computer. School officials announced that the board policy manual can...Published: May 10, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Board sends budget plan to county
The Wayne County Board of Education Monday night voted to send its proposed $18.2 million local budget request to the county commissioners, and supported a state recommendation to oppose House Bill 344, which deals with tax credits for children with...Published: May 10, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
The 'new' guy: Kevin Johnson takes over as Extension director
Growing up on his family's farm in Lincoln County, Kevin Johnson knew at an early age that he wanted to be a Cooperative Extension Service agent. He realized that dream, and now Johnson, 41, who has been the county's...Published: May 10, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Cherry official asks for latitude, funding
Cherry Hospital CEO Philip Cook Monday morning asked state Reps. Efton Sager, R-Wayne, and Stephen LaRoque, R-Lenoir, how much longer the facility would have to suffer because of sins of the past. Cook also argued that the hospital would...Published: May 10, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, May 9, 2011
Pedestrian killed on highway
A woman was killed on U.S. 70 East Saturday night while attempting to cross the roadway on foot around 9:30. Tammy Ferrell, 39, of West Grantham Street, was pronounced dead at Wayne Memorial Hospital after she was struck by an...Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Local father receives state parenting honor
Charles Raiford is quick to admit he knew little about parenting when his first child came along. After all, he hadn't always fostered the strongest relationship with his own father, a military man formerly stationed in Goldsboro. "Me and my...Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Volunteer hopes center will help at-risk youths
Patrick Lechner believes if he can provide better options for Goldsboro's troubled youths, they can create better futures for themselves. After years of spreading Christian messages in Goldsboro's often marginalized communities, Lechner is taking steps to start his own...Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Pate will help state evaluate tornado response
State Sen. Louis Pate is helping head a special new legislative committee examining how well-prepared state and local officials were for last month's tornadoes that tore through 18 counties, killing 24 people. Pate explained that the committee would be...Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Strawberry fields aren't forever this year
Jennifer Delisio operates a strawberry stand on Berkeley Boulevard near Lowe's for Cottle Farms. Conditions have been good for strawberries this year, with just enough rain and moderate to warm temperatures helping to create juicy, sweet berries. But even...Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
No tax hike on city spending plan
The first draft of the city's budget, as distributed to the Goldsboro City Council at its last meeting, doesn't include any tax increases or increases in utility rates. The budget, which the council has said won't be adopted until...Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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Cars stolen Two cars were reported as stolen to Goldsboro police last week in what appeared to be separate incidents. Paul Bryant, 66 of North Taylor Street said he parked his black Ford Taurus at a church on Slocumb Street....Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Former state representative earns British honor
Former 3rd District Congressman and Wayne County native Martin Lancaster has been made an Honorary Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, according to reports published by the Raleigh News & Observer and the London Examiner....Published: May 9, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, May 8, 2011
College plans for largest class in history
The largest graduating class in the history of Wayne Community College will receive diplomas this week, in the second of two commencement ceremonies held by the school. There are an estimated 557 curriculum program candidates for the Wednesday evening ceremony,...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
A pioneer waits for his new business to blossom
MOUNT OLIVE -- The first time Mount Olive First Baptist minister Dennis Atwood realized the face of his town was changing was when he was standing at the front of his church one Sunday morning in October and saw...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Mount Olive's newest 'immigrants'
MOUNT OLIVE -- When Edgar Fragelus came to Mount Olive he thought he would be improving his situation. A restaurateur in Miami for nearly 25 years, he had seen his business slump in recent years. So when he heard...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Park gets OK for $125,000 grant
The developments taking place at Stoney Creek Park received a shot in the arm Friday when the North Carolina Recreation & Parks Authority notified Interim Parks and Recreation Director Sherry Archibald that her department's application for a $125,000 grant...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Council approves resolution to OK public notices bill
The Goldsboro City Council has approved a resolution supporting bills in the General Assembly that would end municipalities' requirement to publish public notices in local newspapers. The bills, House Bill 472 and Senate Bill 773, move to amend General...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Mental health agency weighs merger
Wayne County commissioners did not appear to need any convincing by Eastpointe Director Ken Jones that the agency should take a lead role as the state prepares to shrink the number of public mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Wayne students fare well in FFA competition
Nearly 350 high school students from 13 counties converged upon the Wayne Community College campus this past week to participate in the Southeast FFA Regional Rally. Wayne County's representation did well, having a team or individual place in the top...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Talking tractors
Billy Hardy and Harry Hopkins enjoy the warm afternoon Saturday during the Eastern Carolina Vintage Farm Equipment Club show held at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. Hundreds of pieces of old-fashioned farm equipment were on display for public viewing, including...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Peek-a-boo
A pair of baby red foxes poke their heads up from their den at the edge of a wooded section of the Mar-Mac community on Thursday afternoon. The mother fox was sitting nearby, keeping a sharp eye on them....Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Mayor not sure he will run again
Mayor Al King has known for some time that there wouldn't be an election this year. What he doesn't know is whether he will be a part of the next one -- whenever it finally takes place. Leading up...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Turning tassels
The printed program was explicit in its directions. One asterisk denoted portions of the commencement ceremonies when the audience was to stand. Two meant the spectators gathered in Mount Olive College's Kornegay Arena were to hold their applause until...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
United Way plans for 2011 Day of Caring events
United Way of Wayne County will hold its annual Day of Caring on Friday, May 13. The one-day volunteer event connects local businesses, individuals, church groups and civic clubs with the community through volunteering for a service project at...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Homes sought for French, Spanish students
Host families are are being sought in the Goldsboro area between June 24 and July 23 for five high school students from the area of Bilbao, Spain, and five high school students from France between June 18 and July 10...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Still up in the air after 56 years
He remembers piloting a B-52 laden with nuclear weapons into combat areas in Vietnam and enemy combatants firing at him as he dropped off troops in a C-7 Caribou. He remembers flying in 24-hour shifts from the United States...Published: May 8, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Friday, May 6, 2011
Pausing to pray
The Rev. Nora Grantham, left, and Scott Hall bow their heads in prayer during the National Day of Prayer event at Goldsboro High School Thursday. The National Day of Prayer is celebrating its 60th anniversary, but it is the...Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Library will move forward with architect choice
An architect who would be responsible for designing Mount Olive's new $3.5 million Steele Memorial Library could be selected by county commissioners when they meet May 17. The Steele Memorial Library Steering Committee recommended last month that the job...Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sec. Gates: Bin Laden's death might be a 'game-changer'
Some asked about how the budget crisis would impact future generations of service members. Others wanted a characterization of the nation's relationship with countries in the Middle East. But the first question Defense Secretary Robert Gates fielded from the hundreds...Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
County talks budget
A tumultuous state budget that has changed on an almost daily basis has put the county's budget work behind schedule. It will be June 1 before County Manager Lee Smith expects to have the proposal to commissioners who Tuesday morning...Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Gates presents airman with Bronze Star today
Arnel Abad was nervous. It had been less than 24 hours since he was told he would be receiving the Bronze Star from Defense Secretary Robert Gates. So with his family by his side, he found something to get him...Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
916th air crews back home after taking detour in Libya
They said it was just another mission, a job like any other, but when the last of the 150 or so deployed members of the 916th Air Refueling Wing came home Thursday morning, they were coming having helped make history....Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Shooting sends man to hospital
A man wanted for skipping bail was apparently shot Thursday night by one of two bail bondsmen at the Wilco-Hess station at the intersection of U.S. 70 West and Claridge Nursery Road. Darryl Williams, 22, of South John Street was...Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Council meets in closed session
The City Council did not adjourn its Monday night meeting, but instead decided to recess until Thursday at 3 p.m. at which point it reconvened only to go into closed session for about an hour to discuss a property...Published: May 6, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Gates makes stop at SJAFB
Some asked about how the budget crisis would impact future generations of service members. Others wanted a characterization of the nation's relationship with countries in the Middle East. But the first question Defense Secretary Robert Gates fielded from the hundreds...Published: May 6, 2011 12:07 PM Full Story
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Mount Olive College artists help decorate Fremont school's hallway
A team of students from Mount Olive College spent more than 1,000 hours to enhance the aesthetics of Fremont STARS School by creating a massive mural in the hallway of school's second floor. Parents and community members will have...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Heroes' journey: Hallett Mayo, 90, finally shares his battle memories
WASHINGTON -- There was something fitting about the way the raindrops danced off Hallett Mayo's cap -- how the 90-year-old quipped at the gray skies that greeted him at the World War II Memorial. But those veterans who joined him...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Red Cross honors donors at annual Heroes luncheon
Although local "heroes" raised only $75,000 of the Wayne County Chapter of the American Red Cross' $85,000 goal, the 2011 Heroes Campaign didn't really fall short this year. With the April 16 tornadoes, the chapter stopped its annual Heroes Campaign...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Schools not sure about job cuts
Wayne County Public Schools officials said Wednesday that deep cuts in state funding could force the school system to consider cutting jobs. In what Superintendent Dr. Steve Taylor termed the "absolute toughest budget year" he has faced, Taylor said efforts...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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Police seek shooting suspect Everette Tramain McNair, 34, of Wilmington Avenue, was reported by Goldsboro police as being shot while standing in the doorway of Manhattan Deli and Grocery at 901 S. Slocumb St. around 2:40 p.m. Wednesday. McNair was...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Disability Awareness Walk
The Eastern Wayne High School Marching Band leads the Hal Plonk Disability Awareness Walk, which was held Wednesday despite unpredictable showers. People with disabilities paraded the five blocks to bring awareness to the plight of handicapped individuals in Goldsboro...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
About the Triangle Flight of Honor
Conceived in 2004 by retired Air Force Capt. Earl Morse, the Flight of Honor takes World War II veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit the many memorials erected to honor their sacrifices. The branch that serves Goldsboro and Wayne County,...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Triangle Flight of Honor
Close to a hundred World War II veterans visited the nation's capital to see the monuments, museums and memorials that honor them during the Triangle Flight of Honor....Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Applications available for Dancing Stars scholarship
The first scholarship from money raised through Dancing Stars of Wayne County will be presented to a graduating high school senior next month. Applications for the $1,000 scholarship have been sent to area public and private high school counselors,...Published: May 5, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Secretary of Defense coming to SJAFB Friday
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates is expected to address hundreds of locally stationed airmen Friday at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, 4th Fighter Wing officials confirmed just moments ago. But the soon-to-be-retired official won't simply thank those who have recently...Published: May 5, 2011 11:41 AM Full Story
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Council considers freeze on hiring for some jobs
A discussion on city hiring came up during the closing minutes of the City Council's work session Monday evening as District 5 Councilman Chuck Allen voiced his disapproval of making any hires before next year's budget is finalized. Interim...Published: May 4, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Commissioners concerned about potential inmate surge
Two pieces of proposed state legislation that could swell the county's jail population continue to cause consternation for Wayne County officials. A bill that would require the county to house inmates with sentences up to six months on misdemeanor charges...Published: May 4, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Two GHS students caught with gun
Two Goldsboro High School students have been charged with possession of a firearm on school grounds. Jonathan Sean Davis, 18, of Poplar Street, took a revolver to the high school last month after bringing the gun from home. He...Published: May 4, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Kwast set to receive second star
Another former 4th Fighter Wing commander is poised to receive his second star. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates announced Tuesday that Brig. Gen. Steve Kwast was among those recently nominated by President Barack Obama for appointment to the rank...Published: May 4, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Volunteers sought for Alzheimer's Walk
Although the annual Neuse Region Alzheimer's Walk isn't until October, it's not too early to recruit leadership and committee members, organizers say. "Last year, the week before the walk I had people just calling me outright out of the blue,...Published: May 4, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Day Circle residents voice concerns
Two months after a 3-year-old was fatally shot at The Grand at Day Point Apartments, the housing complex's crime watch committee held a meeting to address community concerns about the violence in the area. District 4 Councilman the Rev....Published: May 4, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Cherry Museum expands
Tanya Rollins' enthusiasm for the Cherry Hospital Museum is obvious as she moves from room to room pointing out recent changes to renovate and expand the converted office building to include additional finds. The special services director is putting...Published: May 4, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
916th crew refuels F-35 Lightning II
Members of the 916th Air Refueling Wing are beginning to realize that being part of the top unit in the Air Force Reserves comes with certain perks. A flight and maintenance crew from the 911th Air Refueling Squadron recently thought...Published: May 3, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
City Council rejects deal for building
The city's inclination to purchase the building that currently houses the Arts Council of Wayne County at 2406 E. Ash St. will be put on hold after the City Council voted last night to cancel its current contract with...Published: May 3, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Riding off into the sunset
Nearly 40 years ago, Howard Scott decided what he wanted to do with his life. Now, with his retirement scheduled for May 1, Wayne County's Cooperative Extension Service director will be leaving that chapter of his life and moving...Published: May 3, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Park Avenue to stay open; city manager candidates narrowed
The portion of Park Avenue that runs through Herman Park will not be permanently closed after Goldsboro City Council voted Monday night to adopt the Planning Commission's recommendation to leave the street open. The recommendation suggests other compromises should...Published: May 3, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
WEMCHS out of running for Obama speech
President Obama will not be the graduation speaker at Wayne Early/Middle College High School after all. The school, one of six national finalists in a White House competition vying for the presidential appearance at commencement, was notified Monday that it...Published: May 3, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Rhodes named new chief in Mount Olive
MOUNT OLIVE -- Maj. Brian Rhodes, 46, who joined the Mount Olive Police Department in 1987 as a patrolman, is now the town's new chief of police. Rhodes had been serving since March as interim chief following the retirement of...Published: May 3, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Monday, May 2, 2011
Travel warning issued for Americans abroad
Most Wayne County students traveling abroad over spring break have returned home, Wayne County Schools officials said this morning. U.S. travelers are being warned by the Homeland Security Department that the death of Osama bin Laden could inspire retaliatory...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Wayne County legislators OK with budget
Wayne County legislators are, by and large, pleased with the budget the state House is expected to vote on this week, saying that it does what is necessary to fill a $2.3 billion shortfall while also eliminating two temporary...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Tornado help
A group of men from the Hunter's Creek subdivision collected food for Greene County tornado victims Saturday. The men, with the help of the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, were taking the food to a distribution site near Snow Hill...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
'Cop on Top'
The Goldsboro Police Department held its "Cop On Top" fundraiser for the Special Olympics over the weekend, with officers spending time atop the Krispy Kreme doughnut shop on Ash Street from 6 a.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Sunday morning....Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
At home: Bin Laden news good for world
Billy Lane was torn. It was nearly midnight. His wife and 7-year-old son had long since gone to sleep. But news this big only happens "once in a lifetime," he said. "CNN was reporting that the president was gonna say...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Senior Art follies May 10
The city of Goldsboro Park's and Recreation Department will be hosting the Silver Art Follies Annual Talent Showcase at the Paramount Theatre as Goldsboro's gifted group of seniors take the stage. The event is Tuesday, May 10, starting at 6...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Day of Caring to be held May 13
United Way of Wayne County will hold its annual Day of Caring on Friday, May 13. The one-day volunteer event connects local businesses, individuals, church groups and civic clubs with our community through volunteering for a service project at a...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
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Vehicle vandalized *Someone did $4,000 in damages to the vehicle of Kevin James Bryne, 24, Lockhaven Drive, by jumping up and down on it. Thefts The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating these thefts: *Glenn Robinson, 54, Elm Street, reported the...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Commissoners to consider hearings on budget, road closure
Wayne County commissioners Tuesday morning will consider establishing two public hearings -- one on the county' 2011-12 budget proposal and the second on the state's plans to close a section of Zion Church Road just east of Mount Olive. The...Published: May 2, 2011 1:46 PM Full Story
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Retired Goldsboro attorney honored by heritage society
CHAPEL HILL -- Noted Goldsboro lawyer and former state Sen. Lindsay Warren was named the annual recipient of the North Carolinian Society Award on Friday, joining an elite group that includes William C. Friday, Sen. Sam Ervin, Charles Kuralt,...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
People pack Mount Olive for pickle-perfect festival
MOUNT OLIVE -- For at least a few hours Saturday people were able to forget the economic and natural storms that have beset the area, and focus instead on enjoying a pickle, simply having a good time and helping...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Community prepares to bow heads on National Day of Prayer Thursday
The National Day of Prayer, observed on the first Thursday in May for the past 60 years, becomes a communitywide event in Goldsboro this year. Previously, smaller versions locally have been hosted by area churches and on the courthouse...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Stop the Funeral Unity rally to be Friday
The Stop the Funeral Initiative will hold its Unity Revival on Friday at 7 p.m. at the Word Faith Center at 286 Buck Swamp Road. The theme for this year's revival is "United the Community for Change: A Call...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Second lawsuit filed to stop chicken plant in Nash County
A second lawsuit has been filed in Superior Court against Nash County in hopes of stopping construction of a Sanderson Farms poultry processing plant just north of the county's border with Wilson County. Motions from the first lawsuit that...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Tornado victims can seek help to get food
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, to provide temporary food assistance to individuals in 18 counties whose homes were damaged or destroyed, or...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Chamber unveils renovated building
More than 30 civic leaders, residents and business owners were on hand Friday afternoon as the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce officially debuted its new look. Renovations over the past two months have transformed the century-old building into the...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Former employee charged in armed robberies
A former employee of Andy's Burgers, Shakes & Fries restaurant has been charged in two incidents earlier this month of robbing current employees as they attempted to make nightly bank deposits. Jeremy Andrew Jefferson, 21, of Mount Olive, was...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Center Street Jam set to kick off on Thursday
By TY JOHNSON News-Argus Staff Writer If the N.C. Pickle Festival signals the beginning of summer for Wayne County, then downtown Goldsboro's Center Street Jams are the county's biweekly reminders to keep enjoying the summer months through live music,...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story
Woman, 41, stable after highway crash Friday
A woman's car landed upside down in a wooded area along U.S. 70 East near Walnut Creek Friday after the vehicle left the road and flipped end over end. Tammy Sutton Spencer, 41, the 1999 Buick Regal's only passenger,...Published: May 1, 2011 1:50 AM Full Story