Friday, April 6, 2012
WEMCHS student Key Club governor
As early as elementary and middle school, Josh Wiggins was drawn to leadership roles. "I always loved public speaking, doing presentations and stuff," the 17-year-old junior at Wayne Early/Middle College High School said. He has honed the interest, playing piano...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
Officers on lookout for speeders
Law enforcement agencies across the state are conducting a campaign through the Easter weekend to encourage motorists to slow down. Lawmen are increasing their patrol presence on roadways during "No Need 2 Speed," which started earlier this week and...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
Hunting for the bunny's treats
Cathleen Woodley puts an Easter egg in her bucket Thursday at the Herman Park Center. She and other children from the Goldsboro area came out to hunt for Easter eggs for the Bunny Eggspress Egg Hunt. There were three...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
County eyeing grant, loans
Public hearings on possible application for a Community Development Block Grant and on plans to refinance up to $9.6 million in loans were scheduled Tuesday morning by Wayne County commissioners. Both hearings will be held April 17 at 9:15 a.m....Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
Schools worried about funding
School officials and the Wayne County Board of Education took the first step Thursday toward formulating a local expense and capital outlay budget for 2012-13 in the midst of a precarious climate that includes possible reversions from the state and...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
Public record
Thefts *Phillip Kastner reported the larceny of four copper down spouts, valued at $500, from his home in the 1100 block of Pine Street, which occurred between March 24 and Wednesday. The down spouts were cut from the home before...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
Blue Revue Pageant Saturday
The Zeta Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta sorority will hold its Miss Blue Revue Pageant at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Paramount Theatre. The Miss Blue Revue Pageant is a scholarship and comprehensive educational program that focuses...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
Aircraft memorabilia on display
Murray's Barbecue and Seafood, located at 413 E. New Hope Road, will sponsor a display of aircraft memorabilia, including photos and news articles, that features Seymour Johnson Air Force Base 4th Wing from World War II to present day on...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story
AgCarolina scholarships available
AgCarolina Financial will award more than $25,000 in scholarships to students who will attend or who are currently enrolled in a North Carolina college or university. The cooperative has 27 scholarships that are available to the children or grandchildren of...Published: Apr 6, 2012 1:46 PM Full Story