GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Over 50 eighth-grade students and their families got a firsthand look at their futures during Wayne Community College’s Middle School Night, an event designed to introduce young learners to college pathways and career possibilities. Students began the evening with an overview of WCC’s academic programs and learned about the financial advantages of…… read more »
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Middle School Night at WCC Offers Students Early College & Career Insight
Farm Credit Farmer’s Market Takes Off with a Grand Opening
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – Thursday was the grand opening for the Farm Credit Farmer’s Market, and a key individual within the community is the face behind it. Leigh Strickland, the former manager at Charles B Aycock birth place has taken the initiative to give local farmers and small businesses the voice they needed. Leigh Strickland,…… read more »
Human Remains Confirmed as Missing Woman; Investigation Ongoing
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that human remains found in December 2024 belong to 29-year-old Caitlin Hodges, who was first reported missing to the Goldsboro Police Department on July 25, 2024. The remains were originally discovered in the 900 block of Dollard Town Road on December 10, 2024. In…… read more »
Police Identify Deceased Individual Found in Field
Goldsboro – A welfare check on April 8 led to the discovery of a deceased individual in the 2300 block of E Ash Street. The Goldsboro Police Department responded with EMS, but sadly, the person was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigations are still underway, and the identity was initially unknown. The victim has been…… read more »
UMO Tennis Sweeps Senior Day with Big Wins Over Barton
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. (April 8) – It was a Senior Day to remember at the John Neal Walker Tennis Center as both the University of Mount Olive men’s and women’s tennis teams scored thrilling 4-3 victories over Barton in Conference Carolinas play on Tuesday afternoon. With the wins, the women’s team extended their win streak…… read more »
Wayne County Chamber to Host 2025 Career Expo & Job Fair Tomorrow
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Job seekers and local businesses will come together this Thursday, April 10, for the 2025 Career Expo & Job Fair, hosted by the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce. The event, free and open to the public, will take place from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Maxwell Center and is geared…… read more »
UMO’s Tillman School of Business to Host Executive Roundtable Featuring Top Industry Leaders
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. – The University of Mount Olive’s Tillman School of Business will host its annual Tillman Executive Roundtable on Thursday, April 10 at 9:30 AM in Rodgers Chapel. This year’s event brings together a distinguished panel of executive leaders who have shaped major regional and national companies through decades of innovation, leadership, and…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Parker
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features Parker, a lovable two-year-old black and white Terrier-Pit Bull mix with a heart as big as his smile. Parker is the definition of a gentle giant. With a calm, relaxed nature and a soft spot for sunshine and fresh air, Parker is happiest…… read more »
Unidentified Body Found Behind Businesses on E. Ash Street in Goldsboro
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A death investigation is underway after an unresponsive individual was discovered in a field behind several businesses on East Ash Street Tuesday morning, April 8, 2025. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, officers were called to the 2300 block of E. Ash Street around 10:30 a.m. for a welfare check. Upon arrival,…… read more »
Wayne County Nonprofit Sends Local Fire Captain and Son on Disney Vacation
Goldsboro, N.C. — Rewarding Responders, a Wayne County-based nonprofit that honors the sacrifices of first responders, has announced Captain Brian Boom and his son, Hudson, as recipients of the 2025 First Responder Family Vacation. The pair will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida this fall. Captain Boom has served as…… read more »
