Sunday, September 21, 2014
WCC honors distinguished chairs
pmoore@newsargus.com It's a challenge recognizing outstanding educators when they won't leave class long enough to receive an award. Dr. Kay Albertson, president of Wayne Community College, apologized for having to "fudge the truth a bit" to coax four recipients to...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Plans in works for new Foster Center
esmith@newsargus.com Construction of the new W.A. Foster Center has entered its first phase now that Goldsboro City Council has authorized a contract with a local firm to develop design plans. Construction is expected to begin on the new building in...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
University of Mount Olive has record number of students
MOUNT OLIVE -- The University of Mount Olive has a set a new record. The college has enrolled 969 traditional students -- 37 more than last year this time. In addition to its traditional student population, the university has...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Touchdown Club: It's about the school ... and the team
pmoore@newsargus.com Monetary donations are starting to come in and interest is growing in an effort to support Goldsboro High School through its football program. The Touchdown Club, operating in cooperation with the school's longtime Cougar Club, has one purpose, its...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Sister kills brother
jjoyce@newsargus.com PIKEVILLE -- One man is dead and a family is in mourning following a domestic disturbance near Pikeville Friday. No one is expected to be charged. Glenn Neal Rowe, 41, 391 Rose Road, died from a single gunshot wound...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Local salesman makes TV debut
pmoore@newsargus.com Tune in to FOX TV on Monday night for local car salesman Shell Davis' debut on "Sleepy Hollow." The 9 p.m. airing kicks off the second season premiere of the show, based on the popular Washington Irving story. Ichabod...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Man, 28, facing charge of rape
jjoyce@newsargus.com A Goldsboro man faces rape charges after the alleged victim came forward. Matthew Gordon Williams, 28, 3630 Stevens Mill Road, is charged with statutory rape of a 13-, 14- or 15-year-old by a defendant more than six years older...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
County administrators earn recognition
pmooore@newsargus.com Two administrators have been recognized by Wayne County Public Schools' Principal and Assistant Principals Association, or PAPA, for outstanding performance in their respective roles. Mount Olive Middle School Principal Tammy Keel was named the district's 2014 Principal of the...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Mayor's Committee luncheon to be held Oct. 16
The Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disability will hold its annual Awards Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 16 at noon at the Herman Park Center. The organization will present five awards: Employee of the Year, Employer of the Year, Committee...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Drugs, gun in vehicle outside school
esmith@newsargus.com A traffic accident at North Drive Elementary School ended with a man being arrested for possession of a firearm and drugs on school property Friday morning. Michael Henry Herron, 33, of 902 S. Andrews Ave., was involved in a...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
All for one: Across the generations, Cougar pride
rcarey@newsargus.com A sharp whistle blast signifies the end of practice. The team, winded after a tough workout, takes a knee and bunches around Coach Bennett Johnson. He calls on the team to keep pushing, to keep expecting more from themselves...Published: Sep 21, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Downtown supporters gather to celebrate productive year
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