Sunday, July 26, 2015
A high note
John Bell wants a 300-person orchestra. He wants to spend all night watching a great play. He wants great music, inspired art and thought-provoking productions. And he wants it at Goldsboro High School. Earlier this month, Bell approached the Wayne...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Golf tournament will honor late sheriff
A golf tournament scheduled for Sept. 16 at the Lane Tree Golf Course in Goldsboro will honor the late Wayne County Sheriff Carey A. Winders. A banquet will be held the Friday before the tournament -- Sept. 11 --...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Widening project begins
The clearing of trees and other vegetation is under way along North Berkeley Boulevard in preparation for a $3 million highway-widening project. The clearing, drainage and grading are the first steps of the project, which will add a southbound...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Hundreds show up for fellowship, fun during New Spirit block party
Jaylin Hinton is scared of ponies. So sitting on top of Beau the horse, the 12-year-old was a little anxious. "I thought I'd try it out," he said. Moses Parker walked the duo around in a slow circle as part...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Assistant manager leaving city post
After nearly two years as assistant city manager, Angel Wright-Lanier is headed for Mooresville. Her last day was Thursday. Mrs. Wright-Lanier began her tenure as assistant city manager in September 2013 and made the decision to leave Goldsboro about...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Section of road to close for work
Beginning Monday, the state Department of Transportation will close a section of U.S. 70 Business/Peedin Road Extension at its intersection with U.S. 70 in Johnston County. The closure will allow work crews to convert the intersection into an interchange...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
In appreciation of seniors
Leathers Charles, an Epicurean Civic Club member, carries food to guests of the Senior Appreciation Dinner on Saturday at the Dillard Alumni Building. This was the 42nd annual dinner, which gives a free meal and entertainment to senior citizens...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Lawmakers set to unwrap issues with constituents
State lawmakers have been in session for more than 100 days tackling issues from the routine to the complex including the state budget. Some issues of local interest have yet to be disposed of including a countywide one-percent hotel...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Housing bonds on council docket
The Goldsboro City Council will hold a public hearing Monday night to consider issuing $4.5 million in multi-family housing revenue bonds for the acquisition and renovation of Jefferson Court Apartments. The apartments are a 60-unit housing development at 1100...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story
Camped out
Payton Lowery is homesick. The 8-year-old camper slung her arms around her older sister Alyssa Vineyard's middle and squeezed tight. "She does not like being away from mama," Alyssa explained. Luckily, her group, Owl Hollow, has plenty of fun...Published: Jul 26, 2015 1:50 AM Full Story