Sunday, November 2, 2014
School nurse program has expanded greatly
Years ago, Wayne County Public Schools only had one school nurse responsible for its more than 19,000 students. Since 1997, when Wayne Initiative for School Health, or WISH, school-based health centers were introduced in two schools, the program has...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Green means stop?
Motorists on Wayne Memorial Drive should not expect to see any relief from backups and delays for at least another four weeks. Construction work along the busy corridor has squeezed traffic into just two lanes. But Goldsboro traffic engineer Bobby...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Murder victim identified
A 21-year-old Goldsboro woman killed early Friday morning when an unidentified group of shooters opened fire on a minivan on Sixth Street has been identified. Shanekqua Adriana Thompson of 109 N. Herman St. was found dead inside the Chrysler Town...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Woman shot in heel
A Goldsboro woman is recovering today after being shot in the heel at a local night club Saturday morning. The shooting took place at Camron's Clubhouse and Grille on Ash Street at 1:50 a.m. Cierra Charelle Abrams, 21, of East...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Wine tasting benefit set for Nov. 15
The 20th annual Benefit Tasting of Wines will be held Saturday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Goldsboro Country Club. The event is a fundraiser for the Arts Council of Wayne County. There are usually more than...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Twain to be portrayed at UMO
MOUNT OLIVE -- Experience a live performance portraying one of America's most beloved figures on Saturday, Nov. 15 when the University of Mount Olive will host a theatrical evening with the American icon Mark Twain played by Mount Olive native...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
There's a new game at the Goldsboro Municipal Golf Course
The origins of the sport are unknown. Some say Sweden, others credit England. The only certainty, as of Saturday, is that Wayne County's first home for footgolf is now open for business. The Goldsboro Municipal Golf Course boasts 18 holes...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Run to Stop Hunger held at WCC
More than 70 runners took part Saturday morning in a foot race against hunger. The 4th Fighter Wing Security Forces Squadron Association sponsored the Running to Stop Hunger event at Wayne Community College. Despite cool temperatures and the threat...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Albertson Stew Fest
Willie Rouse and Linda Murphy serve bowls of fish stew during the annual Albertson Stew Fest held Saturday. Rouse has been cooking his special recipe stew for the Albertson Ruritan Club for 50 years. Each year, hundreds of people...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Impact of social media on children to be discussed
The positive and negative effects of social media will be the topic of two presentations being held this week for parents and teachers. "Your Child and Social Media" will be offered twice on Thursday, Nov. 6. Sponsored by the Mental...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Downtown Art Walk Saturday
The Arts Council of Wayne County is sponsoring the first-ever Downtown Art Walk on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 5 until 8 p.m. Participants will go to the Arts Council and pick up a card that lists 15 local businesses --...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
CIS community partners to gather
Communities in Schools of Wayne County will celebrate its successes from the past year on Thursday during its annual community partner meeting. The annual event, being held at Bethel Church on William Street, starts at 9 a.m. "It's not...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Car show draws big crowd to dealership
Corvettes. Check Chevelles. Check Novas. Check. More than 200 autos, from vintage Model A's to a 2015 50th edition Ford Mustang, lined the lot at Chevrolet of Goldsboro Saturday for the 20th annual Veteran's Day Car Show. The Eastern...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story
Author to speak Monday
While he was learning the game of golf, Tripp Bowden was absorbing something bigger and much more important. The author will share the insights he gained in a talk Monday evening at Wayne Community College. Bowden will discuss his...Published: Nov 2, 2014 1:50 AM Full Story