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Game of the Week: James Kenan Dominates Princeton in Conference Showdown

Game of the Week: James Kenan Dominates Princeton in Conference Showdown

Tigers Cruise to 49-14 Victory Over Bulldogs in Swine Valley Conference Battle PRINCETON, N.C. — The James Kenan Tigers delivered a commanding performance Friday night, defeating the Princeton Bulldogs 49-14 in a crucial Swine Valley 2A/3A Conference matchup that had been billed as one of the most anticipated games of the season. The Tigers traveled…

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Game of the Week: James Kenan Tigers to Face Princeton Bulldogs in Week 10 Showdown

Game of the Week: James Kenan Tigers to Face Princeton Bulldogs in Week 10 Showdown

Conference Championship Implications on the Line Friday Night PRINCETON, N.C. — The James Kenan Tigers will travel to Princeton this Friday for a crucial Swine Valley 2A/3A Conference matchup against the Princeton Bulldogs in what promises to be one of the most anticipated games of the season. Tigers Lead Conference Playoff Race Currently leading the…

Crime

Man Arrested for Breaking Into Pikeville Home, Stealing Cash from Safe

Man Arrested for Breaking Into Pikeville Home, Stealing Cash from Safe

PIKEVILLE, N.C. — A man has been arrested and charged with breaking into a Pikeville residence and stealing a large sum of money from a safe earlier this month, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Cameron Tucker Barbour was taken into custody and charged with safecracking, breaking and entering, and larceny after breaking and…

Education

Wayne Community College Opens State-of-the-Art Cybersecurity Lab to Train Next Generation of Digital Defenders

Wayne Community College Opens State-of-the-Art Cybersecurity Lab to Train Next Generation of Digital Defenders

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College has launched a cutting-edge cybersecurity laboratory this fall, providing students with advanced training facilities designed to prepare them for careers protecting critical digital infrastructure. $150,000 Grant Powers New Training Facility The new lab was made possible through a nearly $150,000 grant awarded in 2024 by the Carolina Cyber Network,…

Government

Federal Government Shutdown Threatens November Food Benefits for Wayne County Residents

Federal Government Shutdown Threatens November Food Benefits for Wayne County Residents

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – Thousands of Wayne County families who depend on Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) benefits may face disruptions in November due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, according to an announcement from state and local health officials. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and Wayne County Department of…

Obituaries

Apostle Martha Denise King (Darden)

Apostle Martha Denise King (Darden)

October 19, 2025, 69, Goldsboro — The Family of Apostle Martha D. King, 69, wishes to share with you the Celebration of Life arrangements for their loved one. Apostle Martha D. King, transitioned on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the Sampson Regional Medical Center, Clinton, NC. A Complete Biographical Sketch is forthcoming. Services of Love…

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