The May edition of The BUZZ lands with purpose and personality. We begin on a serious note, recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to check in, speak up, and support one another. Your mind matters, your voice matters, and this issue creates space for both reflection and real conversation. Now… let’s turn the volume up and let The BUZZ sting a little—in the best way possible. We’re buzzing with excitement over new contributors bringing fresh flavor, bold voices, and

Hydrangeas are deciduous shrubs that provide elegant flowers to any Southern garden during the summer months. There are numerous varieties and types of hydrangeas with ranges of colors. Though there are too many varieties to mention, you can generally look at hydrangeas in three groups, Hydrangea macrophylla, Hydrangea quercifolia, and Hydrangea paniculata. Hydrangea macrophylla include ones commonly called bigleaf, mop head, lacecap, and French hydrangeas. The big-leafs

By Dr. Billy Tart, Jr. You may have heard a lot recently about avoiding “processed foods.” But not all processing is the same, and understanding the difference can help you make healthier choices without unnecessary confusion. A whole food is a food that is as close to its natural state as possible. Examples include fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains like brown rice or oats, beans, nuts, eggs, and fresh meats. These foods contain little to no added ingredients. Process

By Cindi Pate So many people are living on repeat—same habits, same thoughts, same patterns—and wondering why nothing changes. But, your life doesn’t shift by accident. It shifts by intention. One decision. One moment of awareness. One choice to do something different than you did yesterday. That’s where everything begins. You don’t have to overhaul your entire life overnight. You just have to take one intentional step toward your health, your peace, your purpose, your callin

By Matthew Whittle doors on my mind lately, I was struck recently by how hard it is to open some doors. You know the doors, I’m talking about. Ones that are so big and heavy you have to heave to crack it open and then dart inside before it crashes shut behind you. Or sometimes it’s a door that just tends to stick. Maybe it’s old. Maybe it’s a little off kilter, but it takes a special touch to open it. And of course, that got me thinking that sometimes life is like that, too.

By Ryan Lane I recently had the opportunity to attend a community sing with six other churches in Fremont, NC, and I was struck by how beautiful the music was. Each church had the opportunity to sing for everyone, so one choir would finish, and another would step in. Different voices, different styles, yet all blending together in powerful worship. As I look back, it makes me think about how God reveals Himself to us—not always in one single way, but through a harmony of expe

GOLDSBORO, NC – First Presbyterian Church of Goldsboro, will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on May 5, 2026 from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. The event will be held in the church’s Activity Center at 1101 E. Ash St. in Goldsboro. All blood types are needed plus there will be spots for "Power Red" (red cell only) donations. To schedule an appointment during this drive, visit the Red Cross Blood Services website (redcrossblood.org) and enter "First Pres," call 1-8

Recently, I’ve noticed social media posts about walking barefoot outdoors, a practice called “earthing.” The idea is that direct contact with the ground allows the earth’s natural energy to reduce stress and improve physical and emotional health. While the concept is interesting, I admit I’ve been hesitant—mainly because I don’t watch my dog “go”. I’ve even seen ads for special socks designed to deliver the same benefits while protecting your feet...intriguing. Thinking about

Our support group meets every second Saturday of the month at the Senior Center on Ash St. in Goldsboro. Survivors and their loved ones should attend a brain injury support group to reduce isolation, gain emotional support, and learn practical coping strategies from others facing similar challenges. We are a fun loving and easy-going group. You will find a new sense of community with us, purpose, and hope. Come listen to our guest speakers, snack on delicious food and drink

The Wayne County Amateur Radio Assoc in conjunction with the Kinston Amateur Society will be joining thousands of Amateur Radio operators who will be showing off their emergency capabilities this coming June, 27th and 28th. Over the past year, the news has been full of reports of ham radio operators providing critical communications during unexpected emergencies in towns across America including the California wildfires, winter storms, tornadoes and other events world-wide.