GOLDSBORO — Efforts to save one of Goldsboro’s most historic landmarks are gaining momentum as local leaders work to stabilize and preserve Union Station, the iconic 1909 railway depot that once transformed the city’s transportation and economy. Doug McGrath and Johnny Peacock, who serve on the committee spearheading the project, say preserving the depot is…
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Local Sports
Kirby’s Second-Half Surge Not Enough as Mount Olive Falls 94–90 in Pickle Classic Finale
MOUNT OLIVE — A dominant second-half performance from Matt Kirby wasn’t quite enough to lift the University of Mount Olive past Emory & Henry on Saturday night, as the Trojans fell 94–90 in a high-energy finale to the 60th Annual Pickle Classic at Kornegay Arena. Kirby exploded for 19 points after halftime—finishing with a game-high…
Crime
Suspect in Series of Fiber Optic and Telephone Line Thefts Arrested
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Goldsboro man following an investigation into multiple incidents involving fiber optic and telephone lines being cut and stolen in the southern portion of the county. Deputies say the investigation began after several reports of damaged and removed utility lines, prompting concerns over service…
Education
WCC’s Holloman Joins NC Community College Master Instructor Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College Mathematics Instructor Katie Holloman has been accepted into the 2026 North Carolina Community College Master Instructor (NC3MI) Program. The NC3MI Program recognizes and develops exemplary teaching across the state’s 58 community colleges. Led by the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), it provides a guided, hands-on experience for educators…
Government
Wayne County Announces Thanksgiving Week Schedule Changes
Wayne County, NC — Several Wayne County government offices and facilities have announced schedule changes for Thanksgiving week. County of Wayne Government Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, 2025. All offices will resume normal operations on Monday, December 1. All branches of the Wayne County Public Library will close…
Obituaries
Helen Rae Wood
November 21, 2025, 84, Goldsboro — Helen Rae Wood, age 84, of Goldsboro, passed away at Wayne UNC Healthcare in Goldsboro on Friday, November 21, 2025. She was born in Wayne County to the late Frederick Bradwell and Lessie Bass. The family will be greeting friends and family on Monday evening, November 24, 2025, between…
