Goldsboro Daily News

10/07/2025

Mark Your Calendar's: Wayne County Announces Stand Down Event and Veterans Day Parade

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne County veterans advocates Larry Edmonds and Wayne Alley recently announced two important upcoming events for the local veteran community. Wayne County Stand Down: October 9 The Wayne County Stand Down will take place this Thursday, October 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at th

10/07/2025

Local Fraternity Takes Students to WSSU Campus for College Exploration

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — High school students from Goldsboro got an up-close look at college life this weekend, thanks to a community initiative aimed at expanding educational horizons. The Goldsboro Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. organized a college open house trip to Winston-Salem

10/07/2025

Crossroads Plaza to Host Inaugural Candy Crawl Halloween Event

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Crossroads Plaza will welcome costumed trick-or-treaters for its first-ever Candy Crawl on Halloween evening, offering families a safe alternative to traditional neighborhood trick-or-treating. The community event, scheduled for Friday, October 31, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., is bei

10/06/2025

Local Drivers Dominate at Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Demolition Derby

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair's demolition derby drew crowds of enthusiastic spectators on Saturday, October 4, as drivers from across the region competed in three exciting vehicle classes. In the 4 Cylinder division, Casey Thornton of Mt Olive claimed first place, dem

10/06/2025

Goldsboro Police Department to Host National Night Out at Herman Park

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department will host its annual National Night Out celebration from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Herman Park, located at 900 Park Avenue. The community event aims to strengthen relationships between residents and law enforcement while promoting neighbo

10/06/2025

Wayne Regional Agriculture Fair 2025 Comes to a Close

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. --- The Wayne Regional Agriculture Fair 2025 wrapped up this weekend, marking another successful celebration of our region's rich agricultural heritage and community spirit. Over the course of several days, thousands of visitors gathered to experience the best of local farming, li

10/03/2025

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10/03/2025

Arts Council Brings Back Monthly Yoga & Mimosas Series

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Arts Council of Wayne County is launching a new monthly wellness event that combines fitness and community connection, inviting residents to start their month with "balance and bubbles." The Yoga & Mimosas series returns to the Arts Council on Saturday, October 4, from 1

10/03/2025

WCPS Coordinator Appointed Co-Chair of Governor's Advisory Council on Latino Affairs

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – Andrea Freile, Strategic Communications & Engagement Coordinator for Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS), has been appointed to the North Carolina Governor's Advisory Council on Latino Affairs and personally selected by Governor Josh Stein to serve as Co-Chair. Freile was

10/03/2025

Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Announces Winners Across Multiple Competitions

Local Students and Competitors Excel in Talent, Equestrian, and Agricultural Events WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. –– The Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair concluded its Thursday events with the announcement of winners across talent contests, equestrian shows, and agricultural competitions, showcasing the di...

10/02/2025

Wayne Community College Becomes Authorized Haas Certification Center

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has been designated as an authorized Haas certification center following the successful completion of operator certification training by Computer-Integrated Machining instructors Bailee Gilbert and David Meek. The designation enables WCC to administer cer

10/02/2025

Wilson Community to Host Purple with Purpose 5K and Block Party for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

WILSON, N.C. — Wesley Shelter Inc., in partnership with the Wilson Building Office and the Wilson Police Department, will host the Purple with Purpose 5K and Block Party on October 4, 2025, in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The event will take place at 1901 Branch St NW, Wilson