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Monday, February 15, 2016

Freezing rain causes dangerous conditions

Freezing rain that started falling around 5 this morning left roads, especially bridges and overpasses, treacherous as state Department of Transportation crews continued to spread salt and brine to combat the wintery mix. By 8 a.m., the Wayne County...

Superintendent discusses issues

When Wayne County Public Schools superintendent Dr. Michael Dunsmore took over the reins July 1, he pledged not to let any grass grow under his feet. If staffing shifts and strategic plans are any indication, he is making good...

Wayne County public schools closed today

Wayne County Public Schools made the decision around 8 a.m. today to cancel classes for both students and staff. The threat of inclement weather had earlier prompted officials to announce Sunday evening that schools would operate on a two-hour...

WATCH talks funding, staffing

Uncertainty about WATCH funding is still a concern, affecting staffing and the number of days the mobile van is out on the road, the program's executive director told the board recently. WATCH, or Wayne Action Teams for Community Health, was...

Verdict may be reached today

A verdict could be reached today in the murder trial of James Carnell Howard, 36, as closing arguments are expected to begin at 10 a.m., depending on the weather. Iced roads caused a number of wrecks this morning and...

Local business owner says new jail may have positive impact

Things will be business as usual for In-And-Out convenience store, located at 1022 N. William St., when the new Carey Winders Detention Center opens directly behind it. Store owner Amir Khamaiseh said he believes the jail opening behind his...

Goldsboro police continue investigation into two shootings

Goldsboro police are still investigating what led up to the shooting that injured two people in the 500 block of Dail Street on Friday night. Neither victim suffered life threatening injuries, despite one of them being shot in the...