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Top high school football player in NC — maybe in the US — faces tough college decision
Providence Day’s David Sanders might be the best high school football player in the United States. He’s got his own clothing line, and big decision to make Saturday. An exclusive Q&A with The Observer.
Mountain State Fair gearing up for fun September 6-15
FLETCHER, NC (August 13, 2024) ⇒ Organizers with the N.C. Mountain State Fair sponsored by Ingles Markets are busy preparing to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the fair with the new entertainment and an expanded Got to Be NC Pavilion featuring 22 new outdoor vendors. New entertainment. Two new...
Warmer planet creating supercharged storms that ravage NC communities, climatologist says
An updated forecast calling for a highly active hurricane season could take greater toll on people already dealing with heartbreak and anxiety.NOAA issued another warning in August that a highly active hurricane season will likely continue in the Atlantic Ocean. The federal agency said the cocktail of near-record sea surface temperatures and the possibility of La Nina are kicking things into high gear. NOAA expects there may be up to seven major hurricanes this seasonAccording to Climatologists, the heating of Earth is allowing storms to hold more moisture and eventually dump all that excess water on communities when they come...
UPDATE: One hurt in Wednesday night fire at Greene County farm
UPDATE (WNCT) — One person was transported to a local hospital suffering from minor injuries, according to a Facebook post from the Snow Hill Rural Fire Department. The fire broke out just before 9 p.m. Wednesday night. Officials describe the structure that burned as a commercial hay barn. Units from several department remained on scene […]
Martin County High School merger now complete, set for new year
MARTIN COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The high school merger between South Creek High School and Riverside High School into Martin County High School is now permanent. After having numerous public high schools, the county is now down to just this one. They are expecting the school to have more than 700 students for this upcoming […]
Drivers advised to follow detours during Highway 70 culvert work tonight
JAMES CITY, Craven County — Nighttime construction on Highway 70 in James City may impact traffic starting tonight for culvert work. Highway 70 Westbound will have one lane closed between Thurman Road and Taberna Way. Officials say, this closure will take place starting on Thursday, August 15 at 7:00...
Freeing ourselves from suffering, Shackle Free offers purpose and hope to all
WARSAW — Chiquitta Lesene is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the local non-profit known as Shackle Free. Shackle Free strives to make a difference in the area by fighting adversity. Lesene was born and raised in Chinquapin with American Indian and African American roots. Her great grandparents had 17 children and she was...
Missing man found after four hour search and rescue mission
ROSE HILL, N.C. (WNCT) — A missing Rose Hill man was found Wednesday after a four hour search and rescue mission. Around noon, Duplin County Emergency Communications received a call that a man had walked off from his home. The man’s family said he suffered from a health condition. The man was found just after […]
Law enforcement officers constantly training to strengthen their mental health
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Law enforcement officers encounter many different situations that make it important to have resources for their mental health. Representatives with the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office said they start emotional training in rookie school and enforcement training. They said emotional wellbeing training never ends. “Law enforcement sees and deals with a lot […]
Kinston Police searching for suspect after armed robbery at gas station
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — On Thursday morning, officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery on W Vernon Avenue. When they arrived, officers saw the victim who reported an unidentified male entered the store, pulled out a firearm and demanded money. The suspect then fled the scene with an […]
ECU Adds Platts And Watson To Pirates’ Coaching Staff
Head Coach Matthew Jabs: "As we move forward, I am extremely excited to add Daisy and Tyler to the staff. Both are young, hungry coaches..." Current photo via Mike Lewis/Ola Vista Photography. courtesy of ECU. Daisy Platts and Tyler Watson have been named assistant coaches according to an announcement by...
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