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New Bern Rotary's Pigskin Preview aids local high schools with football fundraiser
Our student athletes will soon be heading back to the football field as we get ready to start another school year. Rotary Club of New Bern is hosting the “Pigskin Preview”, which is similar to a media day. The event raises money for the four public high school...
New Bern invites public input on land use
NEW BERN, Craven County — You can swing by Development Services at 303 First Street in New Bern on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, between 2-5 p.m. to share your thoughts, questions, or concerns about land use within city limits. Your input is valuable as city officials review and revise...
New Bern's 'Yappy Hour' invites you and your pup this Friday at DoubleTree
A unique happy-hour in New Bern this week will offer some fun activities for both dogs and their owners. “Yappy Hour” will take place at 5:30 Friday night, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown. Admission is free. The event will feature a Margaritaville theme, a tiki bar and...
Southpaws clinch playoff spot after wild day of rain delays and venue changes
Waking up this morning the New Bern Southpaws knew it would take just one more win to punch their ticket into the playoffs a dream scenario for the Paws' inaugural season which ended up turning into a wild and crazy adventure just to finish up two shortened games today. As...
Fisheries committee starts work to revise oyster, clam harvest rules
NEW BERN — The Oyster and Clam Advisory Committee (AC) of the N.C Marine Fisheries Commission (MFC) got down to business last week in New Bern, kicking off what will be a long effort to revise management rules for the two important fisheries. Thomas Newman, fisheries liaison for the...
Weyerhaeuser halts New Bern sawmill operations
Weyerhaeuser is halting operations indefinitely at its New Bern sawmill in North Carolina. The North Carolina Commerce department received a WARN notice on July 18 stating that "there will be a total closure of the New Bern Lumber Mill facility located at 1482 Weyerhaeuser Road in Vanceboro, North Carolina by September 16, 2024. This closure is expected to be an indefinite curtailment which will exceed 30 days and will affect all employees at the New Bern Lumber Mill facility."
Optimum and the History Channel host military appreciation event in New Bern
NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - In one Eastern Carolina city, a cable system partnered with the History Channel to honor local American heroes. The event was on Sunday at New Bern’s Union Point Park. Optimum says it was a way to honor local veterans in New Bern and throughout...
Southpaws home finale doubleheader ends one win shy of division title
After six days, four games and two rainouts, the New Bern Southpaws reached their home finale at Kafer Park. Where fans crammed the stands knowing if the Paws win both games it's a second half division title. Only thing standing in their way though was second place Tarboro. Who had...
We asked people in ENC about Biden dropping out; Here's what they had to say
New Bern, CRAVEN COUNTY — People in Eastern North Carolina react to President Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. News 12’s Bilyana Garland talked with people at Union Point Park in New Bern to get their thoughts. Many pointed to Biden's age and health as key...
Weather Warn Days are ahead for Western North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Wednesday, Thursday and Friday are Weather Warn Days for Western North Carolina. A stalled-out front will move back over the region, bringing torrential rain, with several additional inches of rainfall likely in areas. With the ground already saturated in some locations, flash flooding becomes more likely.
Swifto Acquires Little Friends for NC Expansion
Swifto, a leader in technology-driven pet care services, is thrilled to announce its latest acquisition of Little Friends, a reputable pet sitting and dog walking company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This acquisition marks Swifto’s second strategic move into North Carolina within a few months, following the successful acquisition of Wagz ‘n Whiskerz in April. This rapid expansion is a testament to Swifto’s robust technological infrastructure and commitment to personalized pet care.
North Carolina peaches abundant this season
Peak peach season in North Carolina is well underway, and many farms are expecting an extended season through October this year. “Due to the warmer winter, many farms didn’t get a freeze after peaches began budding this year,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “That, combined with the sandy soil and good drainage where they grow […] The post North Carolina peaches abundant this season appeared first on The Coastland Times.
North Carolina man wins $240,760 lottery jackpot after buying $1 ticket at grocery store
MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Scott Hill, of Davidson, bought a $1 Cash 5 ticket Friday night and won a $240,760 jackpot, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. Hill bought his winning Quick Pick ticket from the Harris Teeter Fuel on Griffith Street in Davidson. The odds of matching numbers on all five […]
A no-regrets solution to NC’s energy needs
North Carolina has a lot riding on its electric grid. More than $18 billion worth of new investments has delivered nearly 10,000 new jobs in recent years, with more investment expected in the years to come. And powering all that growth will require vast amounts of electricity. The best way to deliver this energy is through proven, reliable and affordable […] The post A no-regrets solution to NC’s energy needs first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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