Local church takes prayer mission to its community

Many drive past Salem United Methodist Church each day without giving it a second thought. But it's those who feel they haven't got a prayer that church members are seeking. "We just talked about all the cars going by...

Published: Nov 24, 2011 5:09 AM Full Story

A place at their table

"It's good," 8-year-old Zamya Pixley said as she took a big bite of ham while watching little sister Zatiyia Weaver, 6, gobble down the last of the rice on her plate. "I like the ham best," Zamya said. "I came...

Published: Nov 24, 2011 5:09 AM Full Story

Parker to go to prison for fraud

A Goldsboro man was sentenced Tuesday to three months in prison and ordered to make $100,000 in restitution for his part in a scheme to defraud two banks. Robert Keith Parker, 46, was sentenced in federal court by Chief...

Published: Nov 24, 2011 5:09 AM Full Story

Stores set for Friday crowd

Holiday shopping seems to always focus on what's new and innovative, but merchants this year appear to be taking cues from shopping days gone by with a big emphasis on low prices and even the return of layaway. Randy...

Published: Nov 24, 2011 5:09 AM Full Story