Sunday, September 10, 2017
WAGES Red Tea Party: Raising a glass to those who uplift the community
Foster Grandparents around the nation were saluted Friday morning at 10 a.m. with a toast recognizing their service over the years. This marked the 23rd anniversary of the Red Rose Tea, a signature event at WAGES, honoring senior volunteers who...Published: Sep 10, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Pork meets poultry at Pig in the Park
The annual Pig in the Park barbecue competition took on a different look this year, but the competition was no less fierce. Eleven teams took part in the competition, a fundraising event for the Goldsboro Boys and Girls Club....Published: Sep 10, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Preschoolers offer help to victims of Hurricane Harvey
Preschoolers at the Kiddie Kampus Daycare and Learning Center in Rosewood wanted to help families experiencing loss from Hurricane Harvey. In an effort to make a difference, the preschool class of 4 and 5 year olds decided to give some...Published: Sep 10, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Gas prices may go up as people evacuate
Gasoline supplies continue to flow but evacuations from Hurricane Irma are expected to lead to congested highways and higher prices at the pump. No gasoline shortages have been reported by AAA Carolinas, although the automobile association received reports of some...Published: Sep 10, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Career Readiness Tests Change next month
Anyone who needs to complete or repeat the tests for the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) is urged to do so this month, before the test is replaced with another version, officials said. Effective in October, updated WorkKeys(r) tests for...Published: Sep 10, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
A feather in the community's cap
The fourth annual Beak Week festival took over Center Street Saturday, as hundreds headed downtown to enjoy the food and festivities. Despite fears that Hurricane Irma might ruin the fun, the skies were crystal clear, and a light breeze...Published: Sep 10, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Better Business Bureau tips for Equifax
RALEIGH -- Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is urging people to continuously monitor their credit report in light of the recent Equifax data breach where more than 143 million people's personal information has been exposed. "Even before this...Published: Sep 10, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story