February 28, 2016 archives

View Archive

Sunday, February 28, 2016

Albertson discusses benefits of $2 billion bond

Wayne Community College President Dr. Kay Albertson is most enthusiastic about the $2 billion bond package that will be included on the March 15 ballot, but not just because $5.8 million is earmarked for repairs and renovations at the...

Annual barbecue back on for 2016

The Salvation Army's annual barbecue luncheon is back in 2016. The event has been a staple in Goldsboro for many years, but in 2015 it was not held. The barbecue luncheon is a project of the Salvation Army's Women's...

Turning out victory

Goldsboro Fire Explorers Post 1881, Camp Tuscarora brought back some hardware to show off after a recent trip to a regional competition in Gatlinburg, Tenn. The post brought home plaques in two events, including first place in Arriving on Scene...

Early voting to begin this week

Wayne County voters are being encouraged to take advantage of early one-stop voting to avoid what are expected to be long lines during the March 15 presidential primary that could create a record turnout. Wayne County Elections Director Dane Beavers...

Authorities find meth lab in city

The Wayne County Interagency Drug Task Force and the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation responded Friday to a tip regarding a possible meth lab operating out of a Goldsboro residence. Upon further investigation, officers discovered evidence supporting the claim...

Center to undergo minor name change

In the last five minutes of the annual Goldsboro City Council retreat Thursday afternoon, City Manager Scott Stevens informed the council there was a desire to change the name of the very center they were meeting in from the...

Cars and conversation

When master plans for Streetscape were first laid out, there was no mention of its being a potential draw for residents to bring their cars and enjoy a cup of coffee. But that's exactly what happened Saturday morning, as...