GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Thursday morning in the 300 block of Brownrigg Street. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area at approximately 12:31 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2025, after receiving a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim…
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Local Sports
Mount Olive Falls at Barton After Strong Start
WILSON, NC — The University of Mount Olive women’s basketball team displayed early confidence and late determination but came up short in a 79–61 road loss to Conference Carolinas rival Barton on Wednesday night. The Trojans set the tone early, opening the game on a 9–0 run and holding Barton scoreless for the first four…
Crime
Goldsboro Police Investigating Early Morning Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Thursday morning in the 300 block of Brownrigg Street. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area at approximately 12:31 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2025, after receiving a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim…
Education
UMO Celebrates Over 175 Graduates and Honors Top Scholars
MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive (UMO) celebrated more than 175 graduates during its December 2025 Commencement Ceremony held at Kornegay Arena. With family, friends, faculty, and University leaders in attendance, the ceremony marked a milestone moment for graduates stepping into the next chapter of their lives. It was an especially meaningful day for…
Government
Goldsboro City Council Names Mayor Pro Tem
GOLDSBORO, NC — The Goldsboro City Council took several key actions and set priorities for the year ahead during its final meeting of the year, including selecting a new Mayor Pro Tem, discussing ways to strengthen committee engagement, and highlighting major city accomplishments. Council members emphasized the need for improved communication and transparency among the…
Obituaries
Carol Packer
December 14, 2025, Fremont — With utmost Sympathy and Compassion, we, the professionals at Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors, join with the Packer and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mrs. Carol Packer. Arrangements are forthcoming at this time. Services of Love & Compassionate Care have been entrusted to Williams & Ashford Funeral…
