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New Bern man accused of trying to kill three Onslow County deputies
ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - Deputies say a New Bern man is accused of trying to kill three Onslow County deputies over the weekend. John Nigh is charged with three counts of attempted first-degree murder, three counts of assault on a law enforcement officer by pointing a firearm, possession of a firearm by a felon, resisting, delaying or obstructing an officer, and shooting within 500 feet of a dwelling.
Hubert man arrested after shooting at three deputies
ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Deputies with the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office arrested a New Bern man on June 29, after he fired a gun at deputies. Earlier in the day on June 29, Onslow County Deputy Barcenas received a call from the Pamlico County Sheriff’s Office about a wanted man. Thirty-six year old John […]
14th Annual Ocean City Jazz Festival returns this weekend
North Topsail Beach, N.C. (WITN) - The 14th Annual Ocean City Jazz Festival is returning Friday for a weekend of fun that you won’t want to miss. The festival starts Friday, July 5th and kicks off with a VIP Bourbon tasting. Other events include an ultimate dress in white party, hiking, and a weekend full of live music. Festivities end Sunday July 7th with church services followed by a concert.
North Carolina man charged with murder of his wife
RICHLANDS, N.C. (WNCT) — An Onslow County man has been arrested and charged with the murder of his wife in an incident that happened on June 22. Deputies with the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office arrested Aharon Anschutz, 42, for the death of his wife, Danielle Anschutz. He was charged with second-degree murder and was being […]
Man charged with wife's murder following domestic dispute
RICHLANDS, Onslow County — A Richlands man is now behind bars for the alleged murder of his wife following a domestic dispute. 42-year-old Aharon Anschutz was charged with second-degree murder, according to the Onslow County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were dispatched on June 22 at approximately 11:57 p.m. to a...
Onslow County Women: Could Prunes Be Your Secret to Stronger Bones? Doctors Explain
In this article, The Medical Experts @ The Health Standard, share their expert insights of the findings and provide North Carolina residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health. Why This Matters to You. A new study from Penn State University suggests that prunes may play a significant role in...
Jacksonville embraces Pacific Islands culture at annual arts festival
JACKSONVILLE, Onslow County — People in Jacksonville got a taste of the Pacific Islands. This was the last day of the North Carolina Pacific Arts Festival, which kicked off yesterday, June 28. The Pacific Island Festival was held at the American Legion building. The community has welcomed us with...
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