Sunday, September 17, 2017
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base celebrates 4th Fighter Wing's 75th anniversary
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base got a glimpse of its past, then took a look to the future Friday. The base unearthed a time capsule, originally buried in 50 years ago, in honor of the 4th Fighter Wing's 75th...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
SJAFB honors all prisoners of war, those still missing in action
Retired Air Force Capt. Kevin Hynes remembers the day his parents received a telegram that his brother, John, was being held as a prisoner of war during World War II. John, shot down while navigating a B-17 bomber, was...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Legislators recap session over breakfast
State. Rep. Larry Bell said the state could probably do just as well creating legislative district maps by throwing a bunch of maps out and letting people reach in and grab some out or by just letting some kindergarten children...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
WCPS introduces online survey
Wayne County Public Schools is seeking feedback from parents, employees and the community, through a confidential online survey being introduced Oct. 2. The district is basically asking three questions -- What would you like schools in the district to focus...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Senior resource fair will focus on good health in retirement
A resource fair for senior citizens will be held Sept. 20 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Peggy Seegars Senior Center. A welcome, invocation and pledge of allegiance will be given by Dwight Williams, district director for the office...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Reading Between the Wines offers a nice, relaxing time
For an intimate and relaxing evening, some tasty hors d'oeuvres and a short trip into the mind of an author, the Reading Between The Wines event is the place to be. It's a fundraiser for Literacy Connections, to be held...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Cliffs of the Neuse celebrates Mexico's Independence Day
A puppet show in the middle of a Mexican Independence Day fiesta might not make much sense at first. But as Grey Seal Puppets put on a show about a prince turned to a frog, and the classic tale...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Hope in the Park event supports Relay for Life fundraising efforts
Volunteers held a fundraising event in Herman Park Saturday for Relay for Life, and it was the first of its kind. Vicki Terrell, an organizer and cancer-survivor herself, said the event, named Hope in the Park, was a way to...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Herman Park plans sent back to the drafting table
The Goldsboro City Council will return to the drawing board to create a smaller, less expensive plan for a new Herman Park Recreation Center. After receiving building estimates as high as $17 million, along with a potential property tax...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Wayne County Board of Health releases its restaurant ratings
The latest restaurant inspections turned up four "B" grades, prompting a discussion about whether the public pays attention to the scores when eating out. At the Board of Health meeting Wednesday, environmental health director Kevin Whitley shared the most recent...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
Battle of Britain ceremony recalls early World War II fighters who never returned
Hundreds congregated at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Friday evening to remember the Battle of Britain, the historic clash between the British, French and German air forces in World War II which stemmed the tide of German advancement through...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story
5K kilt run a nod to Scottish ancestors
The flurry of kilt-clad people running around city streets Saturday morning was nothing to be alarmed over. It was only a celebration of Scottish heritage. The First Presbyterian Church on East Ash Street hosted its first-ever 5K Kilt Run/Walk...Published: Sep 17, 2017 1:45 AM Full Story