Grateful, Thanks, Blessing, Prayer, Appreciate, Indebted; these are all words that are synonymous with the two holidays we celebrate in November, Veterans Day and Thanksgiving.  This year more than ever, I feel the need for these words and the heartfelt feelings these words evoke.  As our military strives to rebuild and replenish its tools of war, it is simultaneously building up the mental and physical strength of the people that make up that grand machine tasked with the de

Literacy Connections is looking for people with a desire to help their neighbors grow and learn.  You can help by becoming a one-on-one tutor for an adult student. Tutors can meet with a student in person. Tutoring schedules are flexible in order to meet student’s and tutor’s needs.  We only ask for two hours a week! Tutors will gain teaching experience.  We provided training and support.  No prior teaching or tutoring experience necessary. Ongoing coaching and support is ava

From Goldsboro to Mt Olive, to Pikeville to LaGrange, to Princeton, our residents have let us know what’s on their mind, good or bad! Here are some of the comments by Wayne County residents about their likes, dislikes and their thoughts on the needs of Wayne County for November! Speak Your Mind!   Maybe add like an inclusive playground or big kid playground/park where it's got that soft rubber type flooring for it. Bring Dave & Buster's to Berkeley Mall! So many roads in this

The annual Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition’s Veterans Day Parade will be held this year in downtown Goldsboro, Tuesday November 11. Our Grand Marshall this year will be WWII Army Combat Veteran Thurston Quinn. Mr. Quinn will be celebrating his 100th birthday on Dec 14th. The parade lineup will begin at 09:30 am on Tuesday November 11 at S. Center St and Spruce St. The parade will begin at 11:00 am and proceed South down Center St., U-turn at Pine St. circle and t

Let me begin by saying that you know your own body better than anyone else. That’s why it’s so important to be your own health advocate. This means speaking up for yourself when it comes to your health. It’s about asking questions, understanding your options, sharing how you feel, and making decisions that are right for your body. A great way to learn more about your health is to check out trusted websites like MedlinePlus, the Mayo Clinic, and the Cleveland Clinic . They hav

Snapdragons ( Antirrhinum majus ) are a garden favorite that loves cooler autumn temperatures. Snapdragons get their name from the interesting flowers that open like a dragon’s mouth when squeezed on the sides. With flowers coming in a wide range of colors including shades of pink, red, orange, yellow, white, along with colorful bicolors – they bring vibrant color to the landscape during the cool seasons.   Snapdragons can reach a height of 2 to 3 feet with their unique shape