Local News

 
PET OF THE WEEK: Baxter Powered by Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Baxter Powered by Jackson & Sons

This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features Baxter.  This handsome Siberian Husky/Retriever, Labrador mix is looking for his FUR-EVER home.  Baxter is a 2-year-old neutered male with black and white fur.  Come meet and fall in love with his chocolate-brown eyes. To meet Baxter or any other adorable pets…

Local Sports

 
Mount Olive Surges Past Young Harris

Mount Olive Surges Past Young Harris

MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive men’s lacrosse team delivered a complete team effort on Saturday afternoon in an 18-4 victory over Young Harris in Conference Carolinas action at Ray McDonald Sr. Sports Complex.

Crime

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest

On May 2nd, members of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office DWI Task Force conducted a traffic stop for a Chapter 20 Violation.

Education

WCPS to Hold “Celebration of Excellence”

WCPS to Hold “Celebration of Excellence”

On Thursday, Wayne County Public Schools will hold a “Celebration of Excellence” to honor the WCPS 2024-2025 Assistant Principal of the Year, Principal of the Year, and Teacher of the Year, as well as the finalists for those awards programs.

Government

YOUR SEYMOUR SALUTE

YOUR SEYMOUR SALUTE

Every week, Your Seymour Salute highlights an airman serving at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro.

Obituaries

Annette Smith Watson

Annette Smith Watson

May 5, 2024, 72, Fremont — Annette Smith Watson, 72, formerly of Fremont went to her heavenly home Sunday, May 5, 2024, at UNC Health Wayne in Goldsboro. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at noon at Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Goldsboro. Mrs. Watson was born in Wayne County…

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