Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Duke grant promotes jobs
Wayne Community College isn't just training people for jobs today -- it's preparing them for opportunities in the future.Since being awarded a N.C. Community College Apprenticeship Grant for $200,000 -- one of two colleges in the state to receive...Published: May 30, 2018 2:13 PM Full Story
Budget fixes low-wealth funding
The proposed state budget would not only fully restore Wayne County's low-wealth school funding, but would increase it by nearly $700,000 in reoccurring dollars over the current level, Rep. John Bell of Goldsboro said Tuesday.The change to the budget...Published: May 30, 2018 2:08 PM Full Story
Police crack down on paintball activity on city streets
Goldsboro Police Chief Michael West issued a notice of city ordinance regarding the discharging of paintball guns within the city limits. "Be advised, the firing of a paintball guns within the city of Goldsboro is illegal and a direct...Published: May 30, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story
School board rolls back class size changes
The Wayne County Board of Education voted to slightly roll back planned reductions in class sizes at five low-performing elementary schools at its meeting Tuesday, choosing a course of action which is expected to cost the system just over $200,000...Published: May 30, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story
Malpass Brothers represent Wayne County in 'Heading Home' show on UNC-TV
The Malpass Brothers have played their music all over the world and with some famous musicians, but they never forgot where they came from -- Wayne County. Because they have kept the hometown ties that have taken them where...Published: May 30, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story
Optimist Club recognizes youth achievements
The Goldsboro Optimist Club recently held its annual Youth Appreciation Program with Miss Goldsboro, Bailey Stampler, far right, as the keynote speaker. From left are Jewel Wilson, club president, Austin Garner, Veronica Ortiz, Jessica McDonough, Dacie Williams, Will Teague, Timothy...Published: May 30, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story