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Ernesto high surf knocks North Carolina coastal home into the Outer Banks ocean; 7th house in 4 years swept away
RODANTHE, N.C. (WNCN) — As high surf from Hurricane Ernesto hit the North Carolina coast, a home was washed out to sea on Friday, according to fire crews. Although Ernesto is hundreds of miles out in the Atlantic, the storm is bringing dangerous rip currents and swells to the beaches. A high surf advisory is […]
Marlins Decker Honored as Trackman 2024 CPL Pitcher of the Year
The Coastal Plain League announced that Morehead City pitcher Jack Decker was honored today as the 2024 CPL Pitcher of the Year presented by Trackman. “There’s no other team in the league I would rather be on than the Marlins,” said Decker. “This was an unforgettable summer and the lifelong relationships I made are awesome. I’ll definitely miss my boys. With that said, I’m super honored to receive this amazing award, and I’m looking forward to seeing what’s in store for everyone on this team in the future!”
Multiple ENC high school teams back in action in football jamborees
TARBORO, N.C. (WNCT) — Multiple high school football teams were trying to put a bow on the offseason by taking part in jamborees Friday night. In Tarboro, the Vikings hosted teams including J.H. Rose and North Pitt among others. “I thought defensively, we looked really really good. We had a couple missed communications but other […]
Western North Carolina Braces for Severe Storms Until 10 PM: Damaging Winds and Hail Expected
Asheville, NC – The National Weather Service has placed Western North Carolina under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 PM tonight. This watch comes as a cluster of thunderstorms is expected to sweep through the area, posing significant risks to residents. According to the NWS Storm Prediction Center, the...
Robinson, Morrow say they would turn down federal education dollars
In a newly revealed video, Republican candidate for governor Mark Robinson told supporters at a private event he would turn down federal funding for North Carolina schools. That's a popular idea among some conservatives, but it could come with a hefty price tag.
Rural Infrastructure Authority hands out $1.65M in ‘building reuse’ grants to rural communities
This week, the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved eight grant requests to local governments worth $1.65 million. The grants will support infrastructure development, building renovation, expansion and demolition and site improvements in rural communities across the state. The requests include commitments to create 297 jobs and are expected to attract more than $234 million in […]
Kinston city leaders to consider plan to demolish “eyesore” motel
KINSTON, N.C. (WITN) - One Eastern Carolina city is ready to spend more than $100,000 to remove an old motel that’s been abandoned for years. Busted doors and shattered windows are just some of the reasons the City of Kinston says the Super 8 Motel on Highway 70 is a public nuisance.
D.G. Martin: Take steps to help favorite candidates succeed
Have you decided how you are going to vote in the upcoming election? Even if you have decided between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, there is more to do before you can do your duty on Election Day. There are more offices that will need your vote: secretary of state, state auditor, state treasurer, superintendent of public instruction, attorney general, agriculture commissioner, labor commissioner, insurance commissioner, state senator, state representative,...
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