Local News

 
Wayne County School Board Committees Schedule September Meetings

Wayne County School Board Committees Schedule September Meetings

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Board of Education has announced meeting dates for four of its standing committees, with sessions scheduled to take place next week at the district’s central offices. The committee meetings will be held in the boardroom of Wayne County Public Schools Central Services, located at 2001 E. Royall Avenue in…

Local Sports

 
Falcons Soar Past Cougars 42-0 in Week 4 Shutout Victory

Falcons Soar Past Cougars 42-0 in Week 4 Shutout Victory

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Charles B. Aycock Falcons delivered a dominant performance Friday night, blanking the visiting Goldsboro Cougars 42-0 in what was billed as the Pittman Agner Law High School Game of the Week. The Cougars entered the contest searching for their first victory of the 2025 season, but found themselves overwhelmed by a…

Crime

Woman Arrested for Allegedly Stealing $40,000 from Elderly Victim

Woman Arrested for Allegedly Stealing $40,000 from Elderly Victim

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – A 37-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges after authorities say she exploited an elderly victim out of approximately $40,000 over several months. Crystal Marie Anderson was arrested by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office following an investigation that began on May 5, 2025, when deputies received a report of elderly exploitation involving…

Education

Wayne County School Board Committees Schedule September Meetings

Wayne County School Board Committees Schedule September Meetings

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Board of Education has announced meeting dates for four of its standing committees, with sessions scheduled to take place next week at the district’s central offices. The committee meetings will be held in the boardroom of Wayne County Public Schools Central Services, located at 2001 E. Royall Avenue in…

Government

Social Security Administration Announces Executive Leadership Restructuring to Enhance Service Delivery

Social Security Administration Announces Executive Leadership Restructuring to Enhance Service Delivery

Commissioner Bisignano Unveils New Organizational Structure Focused on Operational Excellence NORTH CAROLINA – Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano announced significant changes to the agency’s executive leadership team and organizational structure today, aimed at strengthening accountability, improving performance, and modernizing service delivery for Americans nationwide. The restructuring comes as the agency continues to…

Obituaries

William “Earl” Warren

William “Earl” Warren

August 17, 2025, 58, Goldsboro — The Management and Staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with the Warren and connected families to announce the earthly departure of Mr. William Warren, 58, of Goldsboro. A complete Biographical sketch is forthcoming. Services of Love & Compassionate Care have been entrusted to Williams & Ashford Funeral…

Events

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