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Ward-Nash intersection changes delayed to 2025
The N.C. Department of Transportation isn’t making changes to the intersection of Nash Street and Ward Boulevard until April — almost a year later than initially scheduled. The traffic change, called a partial quadrant left turn, will affect drivers traveling northbound on Ward Boulevard at the intersection flanked by Wawa and Walgreens. There will no longer be a left turn […] The post Ward-Nash intersection changes delayed to 2025 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Stantonsburg council cares about constituents
I recently attended the August meeting of the Stantonsburg Town Council for the purpose of supporting my representatives and to see exactly what goes on in a typical meeting. I have to say I was amazed at the level of knowledge and insight exhibited by each member as the council considered road maintenance, water and sewer improvement, the electric grid, […] The post Stantonsburg council cares about constituents first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Deed transfers: Wilson County transactions from Aug. 19-23
The following deed transfers for the week of Aug. 19-23 have been recorded in the Wilson County Register of Deeds Office: From Nia Legacy LLC to Frosty Real Estate Investments LLC, 5822 Ward Blvd., Wilson, $135,000; From Top Level Builders Inc. to Brandi Hooks, 9558 New Sandy Hill Church Road, Middlesex, $325,000; From Jacobsen Properties LLC to Jenny Angeles Resendiz […] The post Deed transfers: Wilson County transactions from Aug. 19-23 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Dirty job: Water quality specialist investigates human waste sprayfield in eastern North Carolina
A Sound Rivers Water Quality Specialist had a dirty job last week. Taylor Register was in Goldsboro to check out a field used to dispose of human waste removed from portable toilets. People living nearby said that every week or so, waste from a portable toilet company is being sprayed...
Lane Street Project: late summer at Odd Fellows.
Many thanks to LSP Senior Force member Castonoble Hooks, who has engaged Curtis Moore this week to assist in the clearing of dog fennel and other rambunctious weeds at Odd Fellows. Though our heavier work is done in winter and spring, without summer maintenance, the cemetery would quickly slide back into wilderness.
Mini mural, sculpture garden taking shape
The mini mural and sculpture garden in Elm City will showcase diverse sculptures by talented artists from North Carolina and beyond. Individual freestanding art panels will be thoughtfully placed throughout the garden complex, providing an inspiring canvas for artists to express their creativity through painting. “The wall on South Broad and Main” in Elm City will soon display a mural […] The post Mini mural, sculpture garden taking shape first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
School board approves mobile unit contract for Springfield
Sixth and seventh graders at Springfield Middle School could be in mobile unit classrooms by fall. On Thursday, the Wilson County Board of Education unanimously approved a $659,683 lease agreement with Mobile Modular. The agreement includes furniture and two mobile units that will hold eight classrooms. The board held a special called meeting Thursday to discuss next steps at Springfield […] The post School board approves mobile unit contract for Springfield first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Meet the Rural Voters Who Could Swing North Carolina's Election
WILSON COUNTY, N.C. — The most rural of the battleground states this year is North Carolina. About 3.4 million people, or roughly a third of the state’s population, reside in a rural area, more than in any other state besides Texas. Democrats have seen their support slip in...
2024 Election: Pittman focuses on community-first issues
This is the second of two candidate features for N.C. House of Representatives District 24. Democratic nominee Dante Pittman is running against incumbent Ken Fontenot, R-Wilson. Dante Pittman’s run for the N.C. House of Representatives District 24 seat is all about what he calls “common-sense fundamental issues.” “We’ve got to make sure we’re not fueling party politics,” Pittman said. “I’m […] The post 2024 Election: Pittman focuses on community-first issues first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Governor Cooper visits Seymour Johnson Air Force Base
RALEIGH: On Thursday, Governor Roy Cooper visited Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro where he met with base leadership and joined officials on a tour of the base including the 333 Fighter Generation Squadron of F-15E Strike Eagles. The Governor was joined by North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Grier Martin, Colonel Morgan Lohse Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Commander and other base leadership as he learned about current base operations and opportunities for the state to partner with Seymour Johnson Air Force Base to better support our military.
Happenings: Events, activities and community announcements
Email announcements at least two weeks in advance to community@reflector.com for publication in The Standard and The Daily Reflector. Fall mum sale The Greene Central High School Future Farmers of America is hosting its annual mum sale. Pre-orders are due by Tuesday and the pick-up date in Sept. 23. Mums are available in 8-inch, 10-inch and 12-inch pots. Color options are yellow, burgundy, bronze, purple and white. Cost ranges from...
September full of fun programming at the Greene County Library
Fall is a refreshing time of the year, a time to get back into school routines and enjoy all the fun cooler weather activities that fall has to offer. The Greene County Public Library is excited to share its calendar of September programs and the new fall recurring events schedule for youth and adults, including programming never offered before. Discovery Lab: A new afterschool program for ages 5-12 will allow participants to enjoy a different STEM, cooking, gaming or art adventure each week. Discovery Lab...
Additional temporary street closures near Stadium construction
The footprint of the Goldsboro Street (Whirligig Park side) closure will expand for the next several months. The building at 300 Goldsboro Street (former Farmers Warehouse) is no longer structurally sound and must be demolished as soon as possible. The section of Kenan Street near the building, from Goldsboro St. to Mercer St will be closed until demolition is complete as an added safety measure. Mercer Street from Kenan St. to Jones St. will also be closed.
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