Thursday, July 6, 2017
Traffic stop leads to arrest in Ruby Tuesday theft investigation
A woman stopped by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office for driving a stolen vehicle June 24 was also connected to a theft at Ruby Tuesday by the Goldsboro Police Department, according to a press release. Jessica Anne Williams, 37, of...Published: Jul 6, 2017 5:33 PM Full Story
Man charged after police say he fled DWI checkpoint
A man is facing almost a dozen charges after fleeing a traffic checkpoint officers conducted on Tuesday, according to a press release. David Wayne Webb, 53, of 108 N. Slocumb St., is charged with driving while impaired, felony fleeing to...Published: Jul 6, 2017 2:38 PM Full Story
MOUNT OLIVE MESSENGER: Program will check on seniors, homebound
Mount Olive Police Chief Tommy Brown announced a new department initiative Tuesday, June 28, that will serve as a check on homebound seniors, handicapped and disabled people. The Because We Care program invites seniors and shut-ins within a 5-mile radius...Published: Jul 6, 2017 10:02 AM Full Story
MOUNT OLIVE MESSENGER: VFW Post 9959 and friends honor Frank Germano, a Marine who served in
Bob Weishan wrapped a colorful Quilt of Valor around the shoulders of Frank Germano, his friend of more than 60 years. "We could have used this in November and December of 1950," Weishan said. "We were up in North Korea,...Published: Jul 6, 2017 10:02 AM Full Story
Sheriff's office arrests man for break-in on N.C. 111, not related to series of burglaries earlier in the week
Authorities say a man arrested Tuesday for allegedly breaking into a home on N.C. 111 South is not believed to be responsible for other break-ins that happened in the area earlier in the week. Jesse Earl Moore, 28, of 100...Published: Jul 6, 2017 9:40 AM Full Story
Keeping pets cool, too
When people get hot outside, they seek shade or just go inside. It's not that easy for a dog. The extreme heat of summer can affect dogs in a harmful way -- and can even kill them. Barrett Rae, owner...Published: Jul 6, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Free dental clinic this weekend
There will be a free dental clinic on Saturday at Bear Creek Missionary Baptist Association headquarters, 1800 S. Slocumb St. Brenda Smith of St. Stephen's Missionary Baptist Church called it a "community affair," as the public is invited to take...Published: Jul 6, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Finding a nice place to chill out
Macon Bryan, 6, eyes the pins. He turns his bowling ball over in his hands, working out his angle of attack. Stepping forward, he lifts the heavy ball to his shoulder, then shoves it forward with all of his might....Published: Jul 6, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story