Jacksonville NC Independent News

07/14/2024

What we know now

President Joe Biden has ordered an independent review of security measures at Saturday’s campaign rally where Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.
In an address to the nation Sunday, Biden once again condemned the violence and urged Americans to let the FBI investigation unfold. He plans to speak again from the Oval Office at 8 p.m. ET.
Trump, who says he was shot in the ear, was rushed off the stage to safety Saturday night with blood on his face. The gunman and an audience member are dead, while two attendees who were injured are now stable, according to law enforcement.
The FBI has identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Authorities say he fired multiple shots from a building rooftop just outside the rally venue before he was killed by Secret Service agents.
The Secret Service is now facing serious questions — and calls for congressional investigations — into the handling of security around the rally.

06/10/2024

CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (Jacksonville NC independent news) - A woman was killed after she was thrown from the bed of a pick-up truck that was rear-ended yesterday.

06/10/2024

Runaway Juvenile (Posted 6/10/24)

The Jacksonville Police Department (JPD) is asking for the assistance of the public in locating a runaway juvenile female, Lacey Armstrong. Lacey is a 14-year-old white female, approximately 5’0” tall, weighing approximately 100 lbs., with shoulder length blonde hair and blue eyes. Lacey was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and black wind-breaker pants. Lacey is also known to carry a light/ powder pink purse with gold chain straps, pink sunglasses, and white sunglasses.

Lacey was reported as a runaway by her mother and she was last seen near Onslow Memorial Hospital in the area (114 Memorial Dr.) on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Lacey is familiar with the areas of Days Inn, Motel 6, Triangle Motor Inn, Jacksonville Mall, and Sandy Run Apartments.

If you have information about Lacey or her whereabouts, please contact JPD Detective J. Marston at 910-938-6521 or [email protected] or Crime Stoppers at 910-938-3273. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to an arrest. Callers to Crime Stoppers are not required to reveal their identities. Information can also be anonymously texted via Text-A-Tip by typing TIP4CSJAX and your message to 274637 (CRIMES). Please refer to the Case Number #24-04483

06/07/2024

06/07/2024

Good morning and happy Friday, everyone! I'm Stanley Wilson, here to provide you with the latest forecast for today, June 6, 2024.

We can look forward to a delightful mix of sunshine and clouds throughout the day. The temperature will climb to a pleasant high of around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. You can expect a gentle breeze coming from the west, with the winds blowing at a speed of 5 to 10 miles per hour.

As we transition into the evening hours, clear skies will dominate the forecast. The temperature will drop to a comfortable low of approximately 65 degrees Fahrenheit. The winds will shift slightly to the west-northwest, maintaining a calm and gentle pace of 5 to 10 miles per hour.

That wraps up today's weather forecast. Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy your wonderful day ahead!

06/06/2024

In this difficult moment, I want to extend my deepest condolences to you and your family. Please find solace in knowing that your beautiful daughter would want you to continue holding on, drawing strength from the love and memories you shared together. Rest assured, she is now in the loving embrace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, surrounded by His eternal love, peace, and unconditional care. May God's presence be with you and your family, providing comfort and strength during this trying time.

With heartfelt sympathy and sincere prayers,

Stanley Wilson
Jacksonville NC Independent News

04/04/2024

In a recent development in Onslow County, North Carolina, several v**e and smoke shops were raided yesterday, April 3rd. The investigations into these establishments are currently still pending. Authorities have taken this action as part of their efforts to address concerns related to the sale and use of va**ng and smoking products in the area. Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing investigation.

Author, Stanley Wilson

12/08/2023

Witness captivating moments captured during the festive Maysville, North Carolina, Christmas parade, along with the exhilarating inauguration ceremony of the state-of-the-art water tower.

Photographer: Stanley Wilson 

09/23/2023

Description..TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT...

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED - Jacksonville - Richlands - Half Moon

* WIND - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind - Peak Wind Forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 45 mph - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind 58 to 73 mph - The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. - PLAN: Plan for dangerous wind of equivalent strong tropical storm force. - PREPARE: Remaining efforts to protect life and property should be completed as soon as possible. Prepare for significant wind damage. - ACT: Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous. - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Significant - Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. Mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. Unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. - Several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Several fences and roadway signs blown over. - Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. A few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. - Scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines.

09/08/2022

📡📡 RIP to Queen Elizabeth. Dead at 96

Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, has died in Scotland. Prince Charles is now king.

09/02/2022

Please join us in congratulating Sergeants T. Baker and A. Bouakio on their promotion.
Sergeant Baker and Sergeant Bouakio received their promotion warrant and were pinned in a promotion ceremony August 31, 2022. They will be assigned to the SRO and COPs Units at the Sheriff’s Office.
Congratulations Sergeant Baker and Sergeant Bouakio!

Crime Stoppers offers cash reward of up to $2,500 for information that is deemed of value or assistance to law enforcement. Information can also be anonymously texted via Text-A-Tip by typing TIP4CSJAX and your message to 274637 (CRIMES). Callers to Crime Stoppers may remain anonymous and never have to reveal their identity.

09/02/2022

White Oak High School will have remote learning day Friday due to ‘possible threat

09/02/2022

Per CNN) One student is dead and two others were injured after an apparent stabbing attack Thursday at a high school in Jacksonville, North Carolina.

Jacksonville Police said a student resource officer at Northside High School requested assistance around 7 a.m. after a physical altercation between students broke out inside one of the school's common areas.

Two students were stabbed and taken to a local hospital for emergency care, where one died from their injuries. Both students were minors and their identities will not be released.

"The school resource officer who was on campus rapidly responded to the scene, with the first SRO arriving within 20 seconds and he was able to take someone in custody," Jacksonville Police Chief Mike Yaniero said in a press conference.

A teacher is believed to have been injured in the incident, but not from being stabbed, and received medical attention on the scene, according to Yaniero. He did not disclose the nature of the teacher's injuries but said no one else is believed to have been injured.

The chief also did not disclose the weapon used, only saying it was a stabbing incident. There is still an active scene at the school and the investigation is ongoing, Yaniero said, adding that charges are forthcoming.

08/13/2022

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04/11/2022

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01/22/2022

Jacksonville North Carolina Rd. conditions on Western Boulevard

01/22/2022

Western Boulevard in Jacksonville North Carolina

01/22/2022

Weston Boulevard and liberty Drive