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Hello Wilson! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: A honey show, a family movie night, and preschool science through senses + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Community events ahead: National Night Out wrapped Aug. 4 at Toisnot Park, with Aug. 8 bringing the Down East Regional Bee Fair and Honey Show, plus Back 2 School Sneaker Drive Aug. 16 -- read the full story.
Neighborhood revitalization begins: Goldsboro celebrated the opening of West Oak Pocket Park, the first step in a HUD Choice Neighborhoods revitalization effort, signaling investment and new gathering space for West Goldsboro residents -- read the full story.
Expanding advanced cancer care: ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville surpassed 100 GammaTile brain tumor procedures, a milestone expanding access to advanced cancer care across eastern North Carolina, including Wilson-area patients -- read the full story.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Find something that matters: Your next great find might also fund a neighbor in need, since every purchase at West Nash United Methodist Thrift Store supports Wilson nonprofits. Expect quality, budget-friendly treasures and a warm, community-first vibe that makes decluttering or thrifting feel like doing good without trying too hard.
Sugar fix unlocked: If your week needs a win, Treat Yo' Self Bakery delivers with creative cakes like Lemon Blueberry, Peanut Butter Mania, and Oreo Fudge, plus cupcakes, giant cookies, brownies, muffins, scones, and cinnamon rolls. Perfect for birthdays or random Tuesdays, just because you can.
Refresh your home setup: If your sofa is auditioning for retirement, Red Shed Furniture keeps it simple with solid, stylish picks across living room, dining, bedroom and mattresses, plus recliners and power motion options. Think big-name comfort from Ashley, Nectar and DreamCloud without the fuss, just straightforward value that fits Wilson life this week.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎮 Lorcana Weekly Casual Play @ The Gilded Dragon | Thursday (8/6) at 6:00 PM – Whether you know your inks by heart or just learned Mickey slings more than smiles, this weekly Disney Lorcana casual league is low pressure and high fun. Play, trade, and rack up league rewards with a friendly, all-levels crowd, then swap humblebrags over shiny pulls.
🍯 2026 Down East Regional Honey Show @ Wayne Community College (Goldsboro) | Friday (8/7) at 10:00 AM – Goldsboro gets extra sweet with the Down East Regional Honey Show at Wayne Community College, where jars, comb, and beeswax art go head to head, then stay on display for all to ogle. It’s part science fair, part brag session, with a zero entry fee.
🎬 Warbirds Family Film Series @ Wilson Ballpark | Friday (8/7) at 6:30 PM – Ready for a little twin-fueled nostalgia? The Parent Trap hits Wilson Ballpark for a free family movie night on the field, beach chairs encouraged, with concessions slinging beer, popcorn, and the usual suspects. Cheesy, charming, and kid bribery optional.
🧺 Wilson Farmers & Artisan Market @ Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park | Saturday (8/8) at 8:00 AM – Wilson’s market just made shopping with kids less of a tactical operation. They hand the kiddos a fun booklet that turns every stall into an adventure, with scavenger hunts, stickers, and bragging rights. You get ripe peaches, fresh bread, and five minutes of peace.
👟 Bryan’s Sneaker Showcase @ Rosewood High School (Goldsboro) | Sunday (8/9) at 12:00 AM – Nothing beats some friendly trash talk when the Rosewood High gym turns into 2v2 2K26 battles and a full-on sneaker bazaar. Duos trade buckets, collectors trade grails, and the outfits just might outshine the scoreboard. Not your kid’s pep rally, just Goldsboro.
🧒 Preschool Science Says: Our Senses @ Imagination Station Science & History Museum | Tuesday (8/11) at 10:30 AM – Kid keeps licking the window? Channel that curiosity at Preschool Science Says: Our Senses, a free, interactive program where ages 3-5 explore seeing, hearing, touching, tasting, and smelling through playful experiments and picture books. No glitter required, just curiosity, giggles, and grown-up patience.
👶 Preschool Science: Our Senses @ Imagination Station Science Museum | Tuesday (8/11) at 10:30 AM – Preschool Science is letting the little ones poke, sniff, and listen their way through the five senses, and it is free. Think science class without the lab report, just hands-on fun, tiny epiphanies, and minimal glitter fallout. You might get your coffee back in peace.
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07 — Wilson report Weather forecastToday — High: 86°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 42%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 42%
A slight chance of rain showers between 8am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. This house is wildOne of only four corner units in the prestigious Townes at Lake Wilson, this townhome offers entrances on two sides, a gas log fireplace, and surround sound in the great room. The sunny kitchen features granite countertops, custom tile backsplash, instant hot water, and stainless appliances. The first-floor primary suite, fenced patio, two laundry areas, and HOA-maintained exterior add easy appeal.
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