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Remembering Jane Rustin: A Founding Voice of Liter- acy Connections Literacy Connections mourns the loss of Jane Rustin, a founding board member, longtime champion, and dear friend of our organization. When Literacy Con- nections was created in 2010, Jane was there from the beginning. She helped establish the partnership with Wayne County that made our organi- zation possible and, as Director of the Wayne County Public Library, gave our first Executive Director a home in the library. But Jane didn't simply help us get started. She helped shape who we would be- come. When our organization needed a fund- raiser, Jane brought forward an idea cen- tered around books, authors, and wine. With no budget, but plenty of creativity and determination, Reading Between the Wines was born. It remains our signature fundraiser today. Jane served on our Board for more than a decade and remained a faithful supporter for years afterward. Fittingly, Jane also shared the joy of reading herself. Her Story Time Online reading of Where the Wild Things Are continues to be shared with children and families throughout our community. We are deeply grateful that Jane Rustin is part of our story. THANK YOU, Jane. We will carry your story forward. 7 THE BUZZ AROUND WAYNE COUNTY OCTOBER 2026 KEVIN JOHNSON COMMISSIONER AT-LARGE PAID FOR BY KEVIN JOHNSON FOR WAYNE COUNTY THE WORKING PEOPLE'S CANDIDATE KEVINFORWAYNE.COM VOTE EARLY OR NOV. 3 Committed to protecting our farmland and military Committed to lowering property taxes and costs Committed Christian, father, leader, and grandpa The Scariest Thing Ever By Ryan Lane It's almost Halloween, when children dress up, collect candy, and enjoy their neighbor- hood. I remember be- ing a small boy, going door to door with my family on Halloween night. My dad walked with us, smiling and greeting people as we traversed the sidewalks. Yes, I wanted candy, but those evenings were about joy, laughter, and community. For some, Halloween is about being scared. But something truly scary can happen—not because of Halloween, but at any time of year: believing the lie that we can live the Christian life alone. Scripture reminds us that "we, though many, are one body in Christ" (Romans 12:5). We belong to one another. God nev- er designed the Christian life to be lived in isolation. Christian community provides fellowship, encouragement, accountability, prayer, and spiritual growth. As God's Word reminds us, "Iron sharpens iron" (Proverbs 27:17). We strengthen one another. If you are disconnected, find a Bible-be- lieving church. Don't be a spectator; be a participator. Join a Sunday school, small group, or Bible study. Find people who will pray with you, encourage you, and walk beside you. Halloween candy is sweet, but fellowship with God's people is sweeter. Continental Societies, Inc. Goldsboro Chapter Celebrates 65 Years of Service The Goldsboro Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. proudly announcews its 65th Anniversary Celebration, honoring 65 years of supporting and helping chil- dren and youth throughout the commu- nity. The celebration will be held on Saturday November 21, 2026 from 1p-6p at the Dillard-Goldsboro Alumni H.V. Brown Fellowship Hall located at 801 Poplar Street, Goldsboro, NC. For 65 years, the Goldsboro Chapter has remained committed to serving children and youth through educational, health, recreational, and community-based programs. This anniversary celebration will recognize the chapter's rich history, dedicated members, community partners, and continued legacy of service. For more information contact Dr. Cheryl Richardson, President at 832-727-4871 or Carole Battle, First Vice President at 919-522-0526.. Someday, Pink Will Be Just Another Color By Kriquette Davis October looks different to me now. Before breast cancer, the pink ribbons were reminders to schedule a mammo- gram, support friends and donate to a good cause. Then I became one of the women behind the ribbon. I remember hearing the words "invasive ductal carcinoma" and how quickly life became a blur of surgery, radiation, ap- pointments and waiting for results. Thankfully, I also remember the people who prayed for me, checked on me and made me laugh when I needed it most. Today I'm cancer-free, and I never take those words for granted. Cancer changed my body, though, and I still have remind- ers of what treatment took from me. I've learned that I can be incredibly grateful to be alive while also grieving some of those losses. Both can be true. These days, a clear mammogram feels like a celebration, and ordinary moments don't seem quite so ordinary anymore. So, when I see a pink ribbon this October, I see the women behind it. I remember those we've lost, pray for those still fight- ing and thank God that I'm still here to tell my story.