Heat index expected to hit 106 today

Wayne County residents are being urged to exercise caution today as the county bakes under temperatures near 98 degrees and a heat index as high as 106 degrees. Despite the chance of showers and thunderstorms overnight and into Wednesday, no...

Published: Jun 19, 2018 2:12 PM Full Story

Camp Kilowatt offered at middle schools

The popular energy camp, Camp Kilowatt, returns to Wayne Community College this summer for its 10th year. Nearly 120 middle schoolers from around the county are expected to attend the sessions, being held at several schools at no charge, courtesy...

Published: Jun 19, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story

Wayne Community College fall registration opens

Wayne Community College registration dates have been announced for students taking classes in the fall. Officials advise early registration for students interested in having the best selection of courses. Open registration for college credit courses will be held on Wednesday...

Published: Jun 19, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story

Rosewood graduate headed to Air Force Academy

A Rosewood High School graduate has been accepted to three prestigious military schools, setting his sights on the U.S. Air Force Academy. Caden Reiss just received his high school diploma a week ago. He will report to the academy in...

Published: Jun 19, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story

Wayne County to receive grant to combat opioid crisis

Wayne County is set to receive a portion of $1.5 million in state grant awards that will go to 12 agencies working to combat the opioid crisis in North Carolina. Gov. Roy Cooper announced the grants that will go toward...

Published: Jun 19, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story