Duplin County Community Foundation awards nearly $17,000 in grants
The Duplin County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $16,810 in grants to organizations supporting the local community.
WCC student presents at Honors Conference
GOLDSBORO — Wayne Community College student Gaby Rivera was selected to present at the annual North Carolina Honors Association conference last month.
UMO’s Hannah Loftin named 2024 National Brown Swiss Youth Ambassador
MOUNT OLIVE — University of Mount Olive senior Hannah Loftin has been selected as the 2024 National Brown Swiss Youth Ambassador. This prestigious honor recognizes Loftin’s dedication to agriculture and her commitment to youth education.
Faison to host annual Ghost Walk Saturday
Calling all ghosts and ghouls!
High School Vocal Fest to be held at WCC
GOLDSBORO — The second annual Vocal Fest will be held at Wayne Community College for young singers to learn from the College’s music faculty.
Roger Rhodes Memorial Race makes donation to Rewarding Responders
Rewarding Responders was presented a check for $3861 from Sederis Rhodes on behalf of The Roger Rhodes Memorial Race.
Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company named as 2024 UMO homecoming weekend presenting sponsor
MOUNT OLIVE— The University of Mount Olive has announced that Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company will be the presenting sponsor for its highly anticipated 2024 Homecoming Weekend. This year’s theme, “Celebrating the Art and Soul of UMO,” reflects the rich culture and community spirit that the event will show case. The festivities, scheduled for November 15 – 16, promise a vibrant lineup of activities for alumni, students, churches, and community members.
UMO’s Britni Register gains hands-on experience at Prestage Farms
CLINTON — University of Mount Olive (UMO) senior Britni Register, a Veterinary Bioscience major from Clinton, has completed a 10-week internship with Prestage Farms in Sampson County. This opportunity provided Register with invaluable hands-on experience in the agricultural sector, particularly in the swine division, where she applied her knowledge and skills to real-world farming operations.
Students compete in Wayne County Fair High School Math Competition
GOLDSBORO — Several students took part in the annual Wayne County Fair High School Math Competition sponsored by the Wayne Community College Mathematics Department, Wayne County high schools, and the Wayne County Fair.
WCC’s boardroom dedicated in memory of Trustee Emeritus Keith Stewart
GOLDSBORO — Wayne Community College has officially named its boardroom in memory of Trustee Emeritus Keith Stewart.