Sunday, October 21, 2012
Candidates in Wayne County's two competitive legislative races tackle the issues
The News-Argus spoke to the five candidates running in the two competitive N.C. House of Representatives races about five areas of importance. The candidates for House District 4 are incumbent Republican Jimmy Dixon of Duplin County, Democrat Rebecca Judge...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
A few swipes away from her first word
Raelin Rogers slides a finger across the screen before the relentless tapping begins. The little girl is still getting used to her newest learning tool. She's only 3 years old. But when she opens an application that pits her against...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Cooks heating up for Really Chili cook-off
For about a quarter century, the Wednesday Night Crew has come together most weeks to cook out, shoot pool and play cards. Saturday morning, however, the group will come together for a new purpose: to compete for a chili...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Fighting Alzheimer's one step, one wag at a time
Cruella De Vil ushered her Dalmatians onto the field as the music began, past a sitting Sylvia Brady. Mrs. Brady watched from behind dark sunglasses alongside her husband of 52 years, Sam, as the Woodard Care team members, dressed...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
AMC's 'Walking Dead' teaming with Red Cross to urge blood donations
AMC and the American Red Cross have joined forces for "The American Red Cross Zombie Blood Drive" -- a campaign designed to put the spotlight on the constant need for blood. "We're honored to team up with AMC's 'The...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Commission candidates: Wayne Aycock, Republican, at-large
The News-Argus posed three questions to candidates for the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. Following are the responses of Republican Wayne Aycock of Pikeville who is seeking the at-large seat. 1. The budget is perhaps the biggest duty a...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Commission candidates: Sandra McCullen, Democrat, at-large
The News-Argus posed three questions to candidates for the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. Following are the responses of Democrat .Sandra McCullen of Dudley, is seeking re-election to the at-large seat. 1. The budget is perhaps the biggest duty...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Gurley remembered as a weightlifter
A bodybuilder who lifted weights and the spirits for generations of athletes has died Oct. 6. R.L. Gurley, a Wayne County native and one of the nation's weightlifting pioneers, was the founder of Gurley's Gym and instrumental in bringing...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Board of Elections warns people to be wary of scams
Voters should be aware that they cannot vote by phone or use absentee ballots that they did not receive themselves from the Board of Elections, officials are warning the public. Board of Elections Director Rosemary Blizzard told Wayne County...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Candidates take questions at Bear Creek
A candidate forum held jointly by the Bear Creek Association and the Goldsboro-Wayne chapter of the NAACP attracted more than 20 candidates for election to the Bear Creek headquarters on South Slocumb Street Friday evening. There Bob Hall, executive...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Operation Medicine Drop successful
Operation Medicine Drop netted more than 550 prescription and over-the-counter medications Oct. 13. A shopping bag full of samples was also collected during the event. It was part of Kids Fest and was held to collect unwanted and outdated...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Disabilities luncheon honors those who overcome, help others overcome
Disabilities exist in many forms, but all with one thing in common -- hurdles to overcome. Tyrone Starkie has had more than his share. Born with a form of muscular dystrophy, he has spent the bulk of three decades...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Commission candidates: Kenny Talton, Republican, District 2
The News-Argus posed three questions to candidates for the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. Following are the responses of Republican Kenny Talton of Mount Olive who is seeking election to the District 2 seat. 1. The budget is perhaps...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Commission candidates: J.D. Evans, Democrat, District 2
The News-Argus posed three questions to candidates for the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. Following are the responses of Democrat J.D. Evans of Dudley who is seeking re-election to the District 2 board seat. 1. The budget is perhaps...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Fremont board looks at zoning
FREMONT -- The Fremont Town Board Tuesday night came within a single vote of altering the accepted uses of land zoned as R6 residential to include food stands, but Mayor Darron Flowers' tiebreaking vote sent the matter back to...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Duplin Hall of Fame banquet tickets available
The Duplin County Fall of Fame Board wants to remind the public of the 17th annual banquet that will be held on Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Country Squire Restaurant in Kenansville at 6:30 p.m. Each year, the Duplin...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Dillard alumni honor Stitt
Dillard-Goldsboro Alumni & Friends Inc. recently renamed and dedicated a building on its headquarters campus in honor of one of the organization's founding members. The former North Building was renamed Neal A. Stitt Building during ceremonies Oct. 14. A...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Chickens allowed within city limits
Goldsboro residents can now keep chickens after the City Council approved an amendment to the city's animal ordinance Monday. Council members approved a measure by a 6-1 margin to legalize the keeping of domestic fowl within the city limits,...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story
Car almost hits former New China
A driver who piloted his Mazda 3 off the road and more than 270 feet before coming to a stop in front of the former site of New China on Berkeley Boulevard walked away from the accident before being...Published: Oct 21, 2012 1:50 AM Full Story