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WIC voucher program picked to go paperless

The WIC, or Women, Infants and Children, program at the Wayne County Health Department has been chosen to participate in a pilot program designed to streamline the process for participants to receive their benefits. The office is implementing "Crossroads," a...

Airman shot in traffic stop

The father of an airman shot by an Opelika, Ala., police officer says his son suffered serious injuries to his stomach and colon and might never fully recover from his injuries. Billy Davidson said his son, 20-year-old Michael Darrett...

Pikeville votes to designate historic area

PIKEVILLE -- The Pikeville Town Board agreed Monday to create a historic district in the town. Board members will designate the area that includes all of Southwest and Northwest Railroad Street, all of Southeast Railroad Street and a half...

Watch Majesty's performance this week, and vote

A viewing party is planned Wednesday at Wayne Community College, with a pep rally from 7:30 to 8 p.m. and viewing the show from 8 to 10 p.m. The first 50 people through the door will again receive Majesty...

Murder trial to begin Monday

A motion by the defense attorney for a change of venue in the upcoming murder trial of one of the defendants in the Kennedy McLaurin murder case has been denied. Defense attorney Charles Gurley filed the motion Monday in...

Council picks spot for center

The Goldsboro City Council approved plans Monday night calling for renovations to Mina Weil Park and Herman Park, including the location of a new W.A. Foster Center at the former site. The Council unanimously approved both conceptual plans after twice...

'Da bear' at Cliffs of Neuse

Visitors to Cliffs of the Neuse State Park will get to see a real black bear up close -- and they won't have to worry about being attacked. The bear has been prepared by a taxidermist and mounted on...