Agriculture, one of the most hazardous occupations in the United States, is getting a much-needed safety overhaul through the launch of the Safe Farm Stewards Program. This groundbreaking initiative seeks to address the alarming rates of farm-related accidents and fatalities, providing farmers with essential tools and knowledge to make their workplaces safer.… read more »
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New Initiative Aims to Boost Farm Safety Across Eastern North Carolina
First Cohort Completes SEED Pre-Apprenticeship Program at WCC and LCC
The first cohort of students in the Southeastern Education and Economic Development (SEED) initiative’s summer pre-apprenticeship academy have completed the program.
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YOUR SEYMOUR SALUTE: Powered by NC Freedom Fest
Every week, Your Seymour Salute highlights an airman serving at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro.… read more »
All WCPL Locations to Close Early on Monday
All Wayne County Public Library locations will close at 11:30 a.m. on Monday for staff development. … read more »
County of Wayne Hiring for Multiple Positions
The County of Wayne has job openings in a variety of different positions.
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New Partnership With UMO Benefits Piedmont Technical Graduates
MOUNT OLIVE – Piedmont Technical College has entered into a strategic partnership with the University of Mount Olive through the UMO Promise program, offering significant educational advancement opportunities for PTC students.… read more »
W.I.S.E Women’s Meet Up Being Held Thursday
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is holding a W.I.S.E Women’s Meet Up at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, at The Firehouse, located at 109 East Ash Street, in downtown Goldsboro.… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Rambo Powered by Jackson & Sons
This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features Rambo. Rambo is a 2-year-old male Terrier/Pit Bull mix. His coat is white and black. He is a calm, friendly, and well-behaved dog. Rambo has been at the shelter since April and is ready to find that perfect family. Let’s help find Rambo his FUR-EVER home…… read more »
Sunrise Kiwanis Makes Donation to READ Wayne
The Sunrise Kiwanis Club recently presented Heather Gray from READ Wayne with a $500 donation.… read more »
NCDOT Partnering with N.C. State University to Map Unmarked Burial Sites
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation announced a partnership with N.C. State University’s Institute for Transportation Research and Education to conduct groundbreaking research aimed at mapping unmarked burial sites belonging to historically marginalized groups. … read more »
