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 »
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Police Identify Deceased Individual Found in Field
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 »
WCPS Superintendent Releases Proposed Budget
Goldsboro, N.C. — Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) Superintendent Dr. Marc Whichard unveiled a $212 million proposed budget for fiscal year 2025–2026 during this week’s Board of Education meeting. The plan focuses on key district priorities, including safety and security, capital facility needs, staffing, and academic and extracurricular enhancements. The proposed budget supports continued investment…… read more »
Health Care Worker Charged with Elderly Exploitation in Wayne County
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – A 24-year-old Grifton woman has been arrested and charged with three counts of elderly exploitation following an investigation by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. According to authorities, a report was first filed on March 3, 2025, after a caretaker noticed money missing from the wallet of a person under their care.…… read more »
IRS Extends Tax Filing Deadline to May 1 for North Carolinians
WASHINGTON, D.C. — North Carolina taxpayers now have extra breathing room to file their taxes. Due to the widespread impact of Hurricane Helene, the IRS has extended the federal tax filing and payment deadline to May 1, 2025, for individuals and businesses across the state. The decision follows a federal disaster declaration after the storm…… read more »
