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Man injured while pushing vehicle off Neuse Blvd.
Emergency crews and the New Bern Police Department were on the scene on Neuse Blvd. Friday night shortly before 10 p.m. after a man pushing a car out of the roadway was injured. Both lanes of traffic were closed for some time while crews worked. Officials with the New Bern...
Optimism in the air as high school football kicks off
It's the first week of high school football and optimism is in the air.The Crusaders of Cardinal Gibbons. defeated Jordan High School Falcons 43-24 on Friday night.It was a tough test for Jordan, which has had its ups and downs, facing a team that is a perennial power. But the Falcons, who made the playoffs last year under first-year coach Antonio King, are on the rise."I mean, the season is what it's about," King said before Friday's game. "We've been training long and hard since the season ended last year just like everybody else in the state, so to get...
WRAL Investigates wide disparities in school funding across NC counties
In North Carolina, the state provides the biggest chunk of money for education. Lawmakers are Constitutionally required to provide school systems with money for operating costs. Counties are responsible for buildings and maintenance. Federal funding can vary depending on the number of students who qualify for things free and reduced lunch.
Touchdown Friday Week 1: Football in Eastern NC begins
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The high school football season kicked off Friday night across the state of North Carolina and that meant the return of Touchdown Friday. Havelock starts the year ranked as the No. 1 ranked team in the Touchdown Friday top 9. Tarboro is in at No. 2, Jacksonville is ranked No. 3, […]
North Carolina Charter School Opens Free Virtual Option
A free online public charter school opened its virtual doors this week with remote classes starting for students in kindergarten through 11th grade. An offshoot of the brick-and-mortar Pine Springs Preparatory Academy (PSPA) in North Carolina, the virtual school aims to offer more education options for students throughout the state.
North Carolinian rises from poverty to founding successful disaster relief company
Some areas of North Carolina are still cleaning up from Hurricane Debby. Helping people and cities clean up after a disaster is something North Carolinian Shaurice Mullins knows a lot about. For 25 years, Mullins, CEO and founder of Elite Disaster Consulting, has worked with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and state emergency management agencies in cleanup operations following tornadoes, earthquakes and hurricanes.
Sheriff responds to mention in ProPublica article linking him, representative to militia group
ProPublica, a nonprofit organization dedicated to investigative journalism, published an article on Aug. 17 that linked Beaufort County Sheriff Scott Hammonds and North Carolina House Representative Keith Kidwell (R- Beaufort, Hyde, Dare, Pamlico) to militia group American Patriots Three Percent or AP3. ProPublica defines AP3 as one of the largest militias in the United States […] The post Sheriff responds to mention in ProPublica article linking him, representative to militia group appeared first on Washington Daily News.
NCDHHS launches Strategic Housing Plan to expand support for people with disabilities
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently launched the North Carolina Strategic Housing Plan to help maintain, increase and better utilize affordable supportive housing for people with disabilities across the state. This plan addresses housing needs for individuals with disabilities, including those who are currently receiving or eligible for NCDHHS-funded services as well as those who are experiencing homelessness, currently residing in congregate settings or at risk of entry into these settings.
Beach Day in Newport, NC: Warm Weather Brings High Rip Current Threat
Newport, NC – The weekend is set to end on a warm note for much of Eastern North Carolina, including Newport. Temperatures are expected to soar into the 80s, making it a perfect day for outdoor activities. However, those planning to visit the beach should exercise caution due to a moderate rip current risk.
Cleveland avenges playoff loss to Hoggard, opens season with win over reigning state runner-up
Cleveland was eliminated from the N.C. High School Athletic Association 4A state playoffs last fall by Hoggard, which advanced to the state championship game where it lost to Weddington. But Friday marked the beginning of a new season, and this time it was Cleveland that came away victorious. The Rams...
Emerald Isle board converts part-time planning department position to full-time
EMERALD ISLE — Emerald Isle commissioners voted 4-0 Friday morning to convert a part-time position in the planning department to a full-time position. The board voted during a special meeting in its meeting room from beside the police department off Highway 58. Commissioner Roy Brownlow was absent.
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