Friday, November 15, 2013
School's practical side
Schools used to offer home economics class to cover bases not found in other academic classes -- cooking, sewing, even learning how to sign a check. A variation on that theme was "Exploring Life Skills," which was renamed this year...Published: Nov 15, 2013 1:46 PM Full Story
Board: Two schools might be too much
The price of building a new school will be higher than first anticipated, between amenities like an auditorium and interest rates, prompting the Wayne County Board of Education to consider building only one new school and asking commissioners for additional...Published: Nov 15, 2013 1:46 PM Full Story
Arrest made in October murder
An arrest has been made in the investigation surrounding the Oct. 15 shooting death of Alton Leevon Fields Jr., 35, the Goldsboro Police Department said Thursday. Today, investigators announced a second man is wanted in connection with the case....Published: Nov 15, 2013 1:46 PM Full Story
First Baptist, others seeking to Warm the World Saturday
The First Baptist Church, along with several others in the community, will hold the annual Warm the World event Saturday beginning at 8 a.m. at First Baptist, 125 S. John St. Begun four years ago by First Baptist, the...Published: Nov 15, 2013 1:46 PM Full Story
Charities taking funds to help victims of Philippines typhoon
The local Salvation Army and American Red Cross are helping victims of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. The Salvation Army is taking monetary donations of any amount, said Lt. Kenny Igleheart, commander. "If you're sending a check, in the...Published: Nov 15, 2013 1:46 PM Full Story
Holiday Mail for the Heroes drop-off at N.C. Community Credit Union
North Carolina Community Credit Union is holding a Holiday Mail for the Heroes kickoff event today at 2401 E. Ash St., the main branch of the financial institution. The program, spearheaded by the American Red Cross seeks to deliver holiday...Published: Nov 15, 2013 1:46 PM Full Story