Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Sudafed purchase history leads to brothers' meth lab charges
Two brothers are facing charges after their Sudafed purchase history led to one of their homes being raided Dec. 4. Daniel Michael Stocks, 44, of 109 Zeno Lane, and Christopher Allen Stocks, 25, of 107 Zeno Lane, are both charged...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:19 PM Full Story
Council bickers over attorney
The Goldsboro City Council clashed Monday night with Councilman Bevan Foster telling Mayor Chuck Allen he overstepped his authority during a discussion about the city attorney. Councilman Antonio Williams also told Councilman David Ham and Councilman Bill Broadaway they...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
*** Empty Stocking Fund ***
Donations may be made by mailing checks made out to the Empty Stocking Fund to P.O. Box 10629, Goldsboro, NC 27532. Or donors can simply stop by the newspaper office at 310 N. Berkeley Blvd. * John Tweedilie, $100, in...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
State launches hurricane recovery center number
Residents of Wayne, Cumberland, Edgecombe and Robeson counties can now call 2-1-1 to schedule an appointment at a Hurricane Matthew Housing Application Center. Gov. Roy Cooper announced the new number Tuesday afternoon. The centers, known as ReBuild NC Recovery...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Ringing in recovery
Dillyn Hamilton doesn't know how to act with all of his newly found energy. The 5-year-old zips through the house, hiding his Mr. Potato Head from his mother before immediately telling her where it is, giggling and scampering away....Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Wayne School of Engineering teams place in state writing competition
Two teams from Wayne School of Engineering placed in the Top 10 during the recent state finals of a writing competition presented by the N.C. Association for Scholastic Activities. Twenty North Carolina schools qualified at the regional level to advance...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Agencies urge winter driving caution
Your driving habits should change with the weather, as each season presents new obstacles on the road. Agencies are offering safe driving tips to help you prepare for the most wonderful time of the year. AAA Carolina is reminding...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Donating warmth
Cordelia Wilcox, human resources director for the University of Mount Olive, and volunteer Kelvin Rivers unload some of the 160 blankets donated to the Community Soup Kitchen of Goldsboro Saturday. The blankets were donated by the staff and students of...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
A mother's legacy
Lisa Dever and Dawn Throm can be found frequenting the two-story building in Kirkwood Retirement Community. They prepare dinners for the residents, have mini parties and sometimes just sit down and fellowship with them. They have done this for the...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Jingle in the Park canceled due to weather, again
Predicted rainfall today led organizers to cancel Jingle in the Park, but Santa Claus is still coming to town. Jingle in the Park, an evening of fun for children, including ice skating and train rides, was planned to take place...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story
Rep. John Bell awarded public safety award
For the second consecutive year, Rep. John Bell of Goldsboro has been recognized with a Defender of Public Safety Award. The award, presented by the N.C. Sheriff's Association, recognizes recipients for work in the legislature to protect public safety...Published: Dec 20, 2017 5:50 AM Full Story