ROME, Ga. (April 12) –The University of Mount Olive baseball team split a doubleheader against Shorter on April 12 in Conference Carolinas play. Despite losing 2-1 in Game 1, the Trojans bounced back with a 6-1 victory in Game 2. In Game 2, Lucas Glover pitched a strong 7 innings, allowing one earned run and…
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Local Sports
Mount Olive Baseball Splits Doubleheader at Shorter, Eyes Postseason Seeding
ROME, Ga. (April 12) –The University of Mount Olive baseball team split a doubleheader against Shorter on April 12 in Conference Carolinas play. Despite losing 2-1 in Game 1, the Trojans bounced back with a 6-1 victory in Game 2. In Game 2, Lucas Glover pitched a strong 7 innings, allowing one earned run and…
Crime
High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Raleigh Woman in Kinston; Child Passenger Involved
KINSTON, N.C. — What began as a routine traffic stop became a high-speed pursuit through Kinston on Friday that led to a Raleigh woman’s arrest and raised disturbing questions after it was learned that an 8-year-old child was also in the vehicle. The Kinston Police Department stated that officers from the C-Squad attempted to stop…
Education
Middle School Night at WCC Offers Students Early College & Career Insight
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Over 50 eighth-grade students and their families got a firsthand look at their futures during Wayne Community College’s Middle School Night, an event designed to introduce young learners to college pathways and career possibilities. Students began the evening with an overview of WCC’s academic programs and learned about the financial advantages of…
Government
City of Goldsboro Set to Recognize Community Contributions and Hear Public Matters at April 7 Council Meeting
GOLDSBORO – The Goldsboro City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, April 7 at 5.30 p.m. at City Hall. The agenda features several proclamations recognizing Community College Month, Volunteer Appreciation Week, the Month of the Military Child, and the contributions of Elder Adeen Lewis-George. A Babies and Bears Presentation by Olivia Lancaster will…
Obituaries
Johnny Ray Gaither
April 12, 2025, 72, Goldsboro — Johnny Ray Gaither, 72, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, Saturday, April 12, 2025. There will be no formal services.
