Sunday, July 1, 2018
Record-breaking Fourth of July travel expected
Despite higher gas prices this year, a record number of travelers plan to hit the road during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday.More than 1.3 million North Carolinians will travel more than 50 miles away from home during the...Published: Jul 1, 2018 10:42 PM Full Story
Seeking redemption: Expungement clinic offers second chance
Ever since the city of Goldsboro began receiving grants earmarked to address poverty, community members have upped the ante to find ways to address the needs, says Shycole Simpson-Carter, community relations director."Everyone knows that criminal justice as well as...Published: Jul 1, 2018 10:42 PM Full Story
Teens earn scholarships for public health essays
Dalton Ira is like most teenagers with a cellphone and other electronic devices.It's a necessity, but nothing to lose sleep over.Easier said than done, as the recent Rosewood High School graduate stayed up into the wee hours of the...Published: Jul 1, 2018 10:42 PM Full Story
Health officials: 'Fight the Bite'
RALEIGH -- There were 896 cases of tick-borne diseases in North Carolina last year and 95 cases of domestically acquired and travel-associated mosquito-borne diseases.And as temperatures continue to warm up, state health officials are advising North Carolinians to "Fight...Published: Jul 1, 2018 10:42 PM Full Story
Fourth of July closings and celebrations
Local, state and federal offices, banks and post offices will be closed Wednesday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.The News-Argus office will be closed July 4, and there will be no newspaper that day.All Wayne...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Joe Scott leads economic development board
Mount Olive Mayor Mount Olive Mayor Joe Scott has been elected chairman of the Wayne County Development Alliance.David Perry, owner of Goldsboro Builder's Supply, is the new vice chairman.Scott is no stranger to economic development having served on the...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Help pets destress before fireworks explode
Most people get a thrill from watching colorful fireworks explode in the night sky on the Fourth of July.But the noise and bright colors can sometimes stress out Fido. However, there are precautions pet owners can take to make...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Olympian to compete in USA Games
Herman Park Center was abuzz on Thursday morning in anticipation of Scott Britt's arrival for his surprise "send-off party" before heading to the Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle, Washington.Summer Camp kids lined the hallway. Strains of the popular Olympics...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College graduates visit, donate on 40th anniversary
Members of the Wayne Community College Dental Hygiene Class of 1978 recently gathered for its 40th anniversary reunion.While on campus, the classmates toured the college's dental facilities which were new to them as they had studied on the "old...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Retired School Personnel Association presents scholarships
The Wayne County Retired School Personnel has presented three scholarships totaling $6,000.The scholarships are presented to graduating high school seniors who plan careers in education.The Dale Gainey Scholarship was awarded to Jasmin Brown of Rosewood High School. She plants...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Carver Alumni 36th annual reunion
The Carver High School Alumni and Friends Association will celebrate its 36th year during its alumni reunion weekend Thursday, July 5, through Sunday, July 8.The theme will be "Saluting A Tradition of Pride and Achievement" with special recognition given...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Wayne Community College aviation campers launch rockets
Wayne Community College's Aviation campers were able to launch rockets they made during the camp that concluded Thursday.The four-day camp, attended by youth in sixth through eighth grades, explored aviation through classroom and hands-on experiences at the college's facilities...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Applications sought for emergency food, shelter
The application period is open for governmental agencies and nonprofit organizations to apply for a share of Wayne County's Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds.Local human service agencies and charities may apply through July 20 for a portion of...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story
Judge Heath unopposed in re-election bid
District Court Judge Beth Heath of Kinston is unopposed in her re-election bid for the 8th Judicial District seat.Filing for judicial offices to be decided in the Nov. 6 general election ended at noon Friday.There are several statewide judicial...Published: Jul 1, 2018 3:05 AM Full Story