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Wayne County Approves Over $675 Million Investment for UNC Health Wayne Expansion
Wayne County

Wayne County Approves Over $675 Million Investment for UNC Health Wayne Expansion

Commissioners greenlit a major healthcare investment, positioning UNC Health Wayne for significant expansion and service improvements over the next 15 years.

Eastern North Carolina Faces Dangerously Low Water Levels Amid Worsening Drought
Wayne County

Eastern North Carolina Faces Dangerously Low Water Levels Amid Worsening Drought

Critically low water levels in lakes and reservoirs prompt stricter restrictions and impact agriculture across the region as exceptional drought conditions persist.

Durham Implements Stage 2 Water Restrictions Amid Worsening Drought
Wayne County

Durham Implements Stage 2 Water Restrictions Amid Worsening Drought

Mandatory water use limitations begin Monday, June 15, as prolonged dry weather depletes reservoirs.

Wayne Community College Innovators Claim National Title with Groundbreaking Forestry Solution
Community

Wayne Community College Innovators Claim National Title with Groundbreaking Forestry Solution

WCC students win national design and machining competition with an innovative solution for the North Carolina Forest Service, showcasing exceptional engineering and teamwork.

Honoring a Hero: Wayne County Mourns Sgt. Matthew Fishman’s Ultimate Sacrifice
Public Safety

Honoring a Hero: Wayne County Mourns Sgt. Matthew Fishman’s Ultimate Sacrifice

A community grieves and prepares to honor Sgt. Matthew Fishman, a fallen Wayne County deputy killed in the line of duty.

Wayne Community College Unveils Vibrant Spring Arts Celebration
Community

Wayne Community College Unveils Vibrant Spring Arts Celebration

Experience the creativity of Wayne Community College students at the annual Spring Fine Arts Festival. Free and open to the public on April 30.

Wayne Community College Student Champions Community Service at Prestigious Honors Conference
Community

Wayne Community College Student Champions Community Service at Prestigious Honors Conference

WCC student Gaby Rivera shares her impactful animal welfare project at the NC Honors Association Conference, inspiring local action.

North Carolina Considers Landmark Gang Law Overhaul in Wake of Tragedy
Local News

North Carolina Considers Landmark Gang Law Overhaul in Wake of Tragedy

Proposed 'Jaleeyah's Law' could significantly reshape gang legislation in North Carolina, aiming to enhance prosecution and deter violence.

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