Sunday, June 7, 2015
Local road projects OK'd by board
Two interchange projects on U.S. 117 South that one day could be part of an extended Interstate 795 are included in the 2016-2025 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) approved this past week by the N.C. Board of Transportation. The...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
School start/release times are set
Opening and closing times will remain the same at schools around the county in the fall, with the exception of slight changes prompted by the addition of two middle schools. The school board approved the proposed schedule, mostly relating...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Victim in fatal accident identified
The identity of the man killed in Wednesday's crash on N.C. Highway 581 near Talton Hardy Road has been released by the N.C. State Highway Patrol. Joey Randolph, 51, of Kenly died when his 2000 Ford Ranger went off...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Suspect charged in two VFD robberies
A man the Wayne County Sheriff's Office says is responsible for a motorcycle theft and breaking into at least two county volunteer fire departments has been charged, according to a press release. Daniel Trey Pearce, 24, of 5702 Sanderson...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
City gets OK to borrow for projects
The future of two multi-million dollar projects no longer hangs in the balance after the city received the go-ahead for financing from the North Carolina Local Government Commission. City Manager Scott Stevens traveled to Raleigh to meet with the...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Local families enjoy afternoon of learning
More than 2,000 people were expected to pass through Herman Park Saturday for the Partnership for Children of Wayne County's 10th annual Born Learning Festival. Forecasted rain showers held off as droves of families with young children poured into...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
UMO debuts new program for JSCC degree-holders
MOUNT OLIVE -- A partnership agreement between the University of Mount Olive and James Sprunt Community College in Kenansville will enhance and expand options for community college students. The University of Mount Olive Bridge allows Associate of Applied Science...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Local resident launches barbecue sauce line
Ken Barfield is ready to fire up the grill this season. But instead of a back yard or picnic, he will be in grocery stores across the state. Recently, he stood in the Piggly Wiggly in Mount Olive, greeting...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Shots fired on street Friday night
Witnesses described a gunfight between two vehicles when Goldsboro police responded to a shots fired call in the area of Clingman Street and Stronach Avenue at about 6 p.m. Friday, according to the police report. At least one person...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Thousands are raised for pregnancy center
Gracie Johnson cried at the end of the mile walk -- that's a long way for a 6-year-old to walk. But even though her effort ended with a little injury, the little girl was happy, too. She helped raise...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Meet the interim chief
Goldsboro police Chief Jeff Stewart took over as chief of police four years ago when former police chief Tim Bell retired. Scott Stevens, new to Goldsboro and the role of city manager at that time, appointed Stewart as interim...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Students chosen for All-State choirs
Four middle school students and seven high school students were chosen to showcase their voices and musical talents in the 2015 N.C. Middle School and High School All State choral events. Chosen from Wayne County Public Schools were Terrence...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Retiring chief ready to enjoy a new life
Goldsboro police Chief Jeff Stewart, 53, will officially retire July 1 after having served four years as head of the city police department. With plenty of sick time to cash in and time allotted for his military service, Stewart's...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Home, a nail at a time
A girl needed money for her house. According to Zaniya Edwards, age 6, that was enough reason to bring coins day after day to her elementary school. The students of Eastern Wayne Elementary raised $380 in their Nickels for...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Auction step one in club revamp
Ronnie Ezzell sifted through dust-covered glassware and serving trays set out for auction at the old Goldsboro Country Club early Saturday morning. He flipped through tag after tag recording the lot numbers of items on which he might like...Published: Jun 7, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story