A pair of local political races will come into focus after Tuesday’s primary election.
The city of Goldsboro mayoral race and the Goldsboro City Council district 5 seat are both on the ballot. The two candidates receiving the most votes in each race will advance to the Nov. 7 general election. … read more »
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Two Local Races on Tuesday’s Primary Ballot
City Accepting Applications for 2024 Citizens’ Academy
The City of Goldsboro is accepting applications for its 2024 Citizens’ Academy, which will be held Jan. 11 through Feb. 29, 2024. The application deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 31.… read more »
Early Voting Continues Through Oct. 7
As the municipal election scheduled for Oct. 10 quickly approaches, the deadline for early voting is less than a week away.… read more »
Local Lawmakers Secure Over $60 Million in State Budget for Wayne County
RALEIGH – Last week, the N.C. General Assembly gave final approval to the 2023 budget, which the Governor has indicated he will let become law without his signature. The budget appropriates $30 billion to fund new projects across the state, including significant investments in water and sewer improvements, education, mental health, school safety, teacher and state employee raises, and economic development.… read more »
Town of Mount Olive to Begin Charging for Bulk Streetside Pickup
MOUNT OLIVE – Beginning on Oct. 1, the town of Mount Olive will begin charging for bulk streetside pickup (household furnishings, TV/computer, or other electronics.)… read more »
Wayne County Public Library to Host Voter Photo ID Event
Beginning with this fall’s municipal elections, North Carolina voters will be asked to present photo ID when voting.
For most voters, their driver’s license will satisfy the Voter Photo ID requirement, but there are many other acceptable forms of ID.… read more »
County of Wayne Announces Closings for Labor Day
The County of Wayne has announced the following schedule changes will be taking place in observance of Labor Day:… read more »
Nickel Hears From Community Members at Town Hall
Notable Wayne County dignitaries and numerous community members turned out to the Paramount Theatre on Aug. 28 to participate in a town hall with Congressman Wiley Nickel.… read more »
Congressman Nickel Hosting Town Hall at Paramount Theatre
Congressman Wiley Nickel is hosting a town hall in Goldsboro at the Paramount Theatre on Aug. 28th from 6-7pm.… read more »
White Vying for District 6 City Council Seat
Roderick C. White is vying for the District 6 seat on the Goldsboro City Council.
White attended Goldsboro City Schools and is a proud graduate of Goldsboro High School. He is also a retired Army Command Sergeant Major with 31 years of active duty service. … read more »
