Monday, June 5, 2017
Teens charged with selling drugs
Two teenagers are facing drug charges after the Wayne County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at their home Thursday, according to a press release. Videll Alexander Wright, 18, and Mikell Wright, 17, both of 104 Sedgefield Drive, are each...Published: Jun 5, 2017 3:19 PM Full Story
Resident says his dog was shot at during break-in
Someone kicked in the front door of a home and shot at a dog early Saturday morning, according to a Wayne County Sheriff's Office report. The report said two people were asleep inside their home at 120 Peele Road when...Published: Jun 5, 2017 2:26 PM Full Story
Supreme Court rules 28 state legislative districts gerrymandered, rules against special election
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the lower court decision that struck down 28 state House and Senate districts. The Supreme Court deemed that the districts in question -- Wayne County's districts included -- violated the rights of black...Published: Jun 5, 2017 10:42 AM Full Story
Gunman robs gas station on Millers Chapel Road
A gunman robbed the BP gas station at 113 Millers Chapel Road early Sunday morning, according to a police report. The report said a man entered the business around 12:45 a.m. through its west side door and then ducked down...Published: Jun 5, 2017 9:09 AM Full Story
Ride for Vets
On Saturday, the Ride for Vets kicked off at Cooper's Tavern on North William Street. The event is a fundraiser to benefit American Legion Post 11. About 50 bikers participated in the ride that raised $1,500....Published: Jun 5, 2017 7:02 AM Full Story
School board to talk multiple policies
The Wayne County Board of Education will discuss changes to several policies at its meeting today, including grading scales, school schedules and student transfers. Following up on its May 25 work session, the board will take another look at...Published: Jun 5, 2017 7:02 AM Full Story
Duke to provide energy upgrades
Duke Energy is getting ready to provide no-cost energy efficient upgrades to nearly 1,900 homes in Goldsboro. Residents have received notice of the opportunity, and Duke is hosting a meeting for the eligible residents on June 8, from 6 to...Published: Jun 5, 2017 7:02 AM Full Story
Councilmen to hold town hall meeting
Goldsboro Councilmen Gene Aycock and Bill Broadaway plan to have a town hall meeting for residents living in Districts 2 and 6 on Tuesday, June 6. The meeting will be at New Hope United Methodist Church, 200 E. New...Published: Jun 5, 2017 7:02 AM Full Story
Public to offer input on budget
The public will have the opportunity Tuesday morning to comment on Wayne County $157 million budget proposal that could include a 2.46 cent property tax increase. Whether the increase is needed will depend on the state budget. To that end...Published: Jun 5, 2017 7:02 AM Full Story