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Goldsboro native Tae Lewis eliminated from 'The Voice' Tuesday night
It was the end of the road for Goldsboro native Tae Lewis Tuesday night on “The Voice.”. Lewis was eliminated in the semi-finals of the NBC singing competition on Tuesday. On Monday, Lewis performed 'I'm Amazed" by Lonestar during the semi-finals, which were televised live. Award-winning country pop artist...
Goldsboro’s Lewis Sees Time on “The Voice” Come to an End
LOS ANGELES — Goldsboro native Tae Lewis’ resilient run to the semifinals of NBC’s “The Voice” came to an end on Tuesday evening. Lewis, who now resides in Nashville, was one of five contestants who had not received enough votes from viewers to advance to the finals. He sang Walker Hayes’ “Wanted,” in his last chance performance before host Carson Daly brought the final five contestants back on stage.
Driver gets prison time in fatal crash
A man was sentenced to an active term in state prison Monday after pleading guilty to felony death by motor vehicle and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in Wilson County Criminal Superior Court. Brandon Lamar Collins, 38, formerly a Wilson resident who now lists an address in Middlesex, was sentenced to a minimum of 8 years, 9 […] The post Driver gets prison time in fatal crash first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Recommended City Budget to be Presented on Monday
On Monday, City of Goldsboro interim City Manager Matt Livingston and Finance Director Catherine Gwynn will present the Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY2024-2025 to the Goldsboro City Council. The total proposed budget is nearly $86.5 million, an increase of $9.8 million. The bulk of the general fund increase —...
Secretary of State Elaine Marshall visits Wilson businesses
N.C. Secretary of State Elaine F. Marshall took a brief tour of downtown Wilson’s business scene and visited with local small business owners Tuesday morning. Marshall, who was first elected as the state secretary in 1996, took a trip down Nash Street from Treat Yo’ Self Bakery to Samora Naturals before concluding her journey at Casita Brewing Company. Her goal, […] The post Secretary of State Elaine Marshall visits Wilson businesses first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Greene County to Host Health and Elder Abuse Awareness Fair
Greene County is gearing up to host a special event aimed at promoting health awareness and addressing elder abuse concerns within the community. The "Older Americans Month Health, Information, & Elder Abuse Awareness Fair" will take place on Thursday, May 16th, 2024, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Greene County Wellness Center located at 84 North Perry Dr., Snow Hill, NC 28580.
Kristy Kelly: The complex role of churches in my life
As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, I embarked on a series of personal columns detailing my journey toward improved mental well-being. A sense of community provides a feeling of acceptance. It’s something that has always been missing in my life. Churches have always meant something different to me.
Friday Night Shooting Leaves Teen Girl Injured
On Friday night at approximately 9:51, officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to a call at UNC Health Wayne in reference to a shooting. Officers were informed that the victim, Kayla Jones, 18, Goldsboro was suffering from a gunshot wound. Jones was flown to ECU Health for further treatment.
Saving Union Station Event Postponed
The Saving Union Station event scheduled for Tuesday at 101 N. Carolina Street, has been postponed until June 4 due to the threat of thunderstorms in the forecast for Tuesday. Tuesday’s event was scheduled to feature a regional Eastern Carolina Rail meeting, hosted by members of the Eastern Carolina Rail Coalition, a non-profit advocacy group dedicated to returning passenger service to the Port City of Wilmington.
Take control and don’t look back
Never let any controlled substance control you, whether it’s alcohol, pills or smoke. You are in control, and there’s more to life than you think! Please stop popping and smoking these drugs, because you are not untouchable. It’s going to catch up with you, especially if it’s a drug like fentanyl. Pray and stay strong. Love yourself and know that […] The post Take control and don’t look back first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Letter: We have lost our way
I'll never forget the day I pulled my stuff out for a yard sale hoping to make enough to eat. As many church worshippers filed out in their nice cars across the street, most all knowing my struggle, not one came over. It's typical of what the world has become. The funny thing is there are hundreds of churches, way too many. And they keep building more. How about taking the tons of money wasted and save suffering animals and people. Jesus would applaud. And...
Weatherman, Boliek win Republican second primary races
The Republican ballot for November’s general election is set in North Carolina. Hal Weatherman defeated opposing candidate Jim O’Neill to secure the Republican bid for lieutenant governor with 95,465 votes across the state, or 74.41%, to 32,825 votes, or 25.59%. Wilson County voters sided with the majority in the lieutenant governor race, casting 514 votes for Weatherman and 181 for […] The post Weatherman, Boliek win Republican second primary races first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Area students awarded scholarships from The Links
Two area students have been awarded the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Scholarship given annually by the Wilson-Rocky Mount-Tarboro Chapter of The Links. Jade Brown, a student at South Central High School in Greenville, and Patrice McGrue, a student at Rocky Mount High School were recognized for dedication to their studies and contributions to their respective school communities. Brown aspires to become a physician therapist, aiming to impact the collegiate or professional level. McGrue has plans to become a pediatric nurse to provide quality health care and support children with medical needs. Both will attend North Carolina Central University in Durham in the fall. The scholarship is awarded to exceptional high school students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community commitment.
Deputies believe mom’s boyfriend abducted teenager 23 years ago Sunday
LENOIR COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - Lenoir County officials say they believe a former boyfriend of a missing teen’s mother is responsible for her disappearance 23 years ago yesterday. Timeka Pridgen was 16 years old when she was reported missing from her South Street home in La Grange on May...
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