Wayne County Post 11 and Louisburg Post 105 both were raining points in the rain but Post 11 got the best of Louisburg. Even though it was raining it didn’t stop both teams from putting on a great performance for everyone there to see. Post 11 came away with the big win 14-6. Because both…… read more »
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Post 11 Finishes Strong in the Rain
Three Sent to Hospital After Single Vehicle Accident
On Friday night, the Dudley Firefighters were called to respond to a single-vehicle accident at the intersection of Emmaus Church Road and Stanley Chapel Church Road. The accident involved a red vehicle that had veered off the roadway and collided with several trees. The three individuals involved in the accident were transported to the hospital…… read more »
Truck and 18-Wheeler Collide Sending Driver to Hospital
On Friday afternoon, firefighters from Grantham were dispatched to a vehicle collision involving an 18-wheeler on Stevens Mill Road, just west of Beaver Dam Road. Upon arrival, fire and EMS personnel discovered that a small pickup truck and an 18-wheeler had collided in a curve. Unfortunately, the driver of the pickup truck sustained injuries and…… read more »
Two Wheelers for Tommy Distribute Over 100 Bikes
The 2nd Annual Two Wheelers for Tommy event saw a parade of bikes through downtown Goldsboro, culminating at the Hub. The event is held in honor of Tommy King, a passionate advocate for children and community service. Kriquette’s Kidz, the organization behind this event, distributed 102 bikes to underserved children in the community. The Wayne…… read more »
Three UMO Students Recognized as Spring Scholar Athletes of the Year
Conference Carolinas announced the recipients of its Spring Scholar-Athletes of the Year Presented by Hudl. This prestigious award is bestowed annually upon one outstanding individual in each Conference Carolinas sponsored sport. The Scholar-Athlete of the Year winners are carefully selected by the Conference Carolinas Student-Athlete Affairs and Awards Committee. To be considered for this esteemed…… read more »
Wayne County Post 11 Tremendous Win Over Kinston Post 43
Wayne County Post 11 ran away with a win against the Kinston Post 43, and they made it look easy while doing it. Post 11 managed to get 5 RBIs to Post 43 1 RBI to beat them 9-2. To start the scoring off in the bottom of the 1st Wyatt Lassiter hit a pop…… read more »
Rear-End Collision Send Drivers to Hospital
On Tuesday afternoon, Mount Olive firefighters, accompanied by EMS Station 9, swiftly responded to a two-vehicle collision on South U.S. 117 Alt, near Lees Country Club Road. Upon arrival, firefighters and the Mount Olive Police discovered a rear-end collision involving an SUV and a pickup truck, both situated in the northbound lane. The drivers were…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Destiny Powered by Jackson & Sons
This week’s spotlight is on Destiny, a Terrier/American Pit Bull Mix that is very sweet and friendly. Destiny is available and waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find herFUR-EVER Home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services Call: (919) 731-1439 option “0” Email: [email protected] Destiny Breed Terrier/American Pit Bull Mix Age 7 years Gender Female Size Large Color White/Tan …… read more »
Update: Pile Up Closes 795 at Wayne/Wilson County Line
Update On Tuesday evening, Highway 795 was declared open again after an alarming pileup involving nearly two dozen vehicles. An eyewitness, who happened to be a driver approaching the accident scene, shared his experience with Goldsboro Daily News. He narrated how he narrowly averted a crash with his tractor-trailer (horse van) by swerving onto the…… read more »
WCPS to Graduate Over 1,100 Students
In May, Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) graduated more than 200 seniors from Wayne School of Engineering, Goldsboro High and Wayne Early/Middle College High School. Over the next week, the district’s five traditional calendar high schools will hold their ceremonies with approximately 940 seniors becoming graduates. Altogether, more than 1,100 WCPS graduating seniors will take the…… read more »
