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Local government officials cut ribbon to celebrate major courthouse renovation project.
02/17/2025

Local government officials cut ribbon to celebrate major courthouse renovation project.

Craven County completes courthouse renovation project February 17, 2025 Craven County Courthouse in New Bern, NC. (Photo by Wendy Card) New Bern, NC – Local government officials cut ribbon to celebrate the Emergency Services Resilience Renovation Project. A ribbon cutting ceremony marked the compl...

Mayor tells New Bern Board of Alderman they need to consider cost of early voting.
02/10/2025

Mayor tells New Bern Board of Alderman they need to consider cost of early voting.

City considers opting out of early voting February 10, 2025 New Bern Board of Aldermen meet on Jan. 14, 2025. (Photo by Wendy Card) Mayor tells New Bern Board of Alderman they need to consider cost of early voting. The Board of Aldermen delayed a decision to move forward with early voting for New Be...

Stormwater pond off Biddle Street in Duffyfield Community of New Bern, NC. Stay tuned as we're working on stories that t...
02/03/2025

Stormwater pond off Biddle Street in Duffyfield Community of New Bern, NC.

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Getting back to nature helps us unwind and gain perspective as the beaver dam seems to offer a quiet place to observe wi...
01/29/2025

Getting back to nature helps us unwind and gain perspective as the beaver dam seems to offer a quiet place to observe wildlife and relax. How do you regroup?

Is New Bern's Municipal Service District tax reasonable or excessive?
01/28/2025

Is New Bern's Municipal Service District tax reasonable or excessive?

Municipal Service District Advisory Committee chair says fund balance is ‘healthy, healthy’ January 28, 2025 Union Point Park in New Bern, NC (Photo by Wendy Card) New Bern’s Municipal Service District fund balance was over $2 million in October, according to finance officer. The chairman of t...

Law enforcement agencies are searching for an inmate who escaped from an Eastern North Carolina jail on Sunday afternoon...
01/28/2025

Law enforcement agencies are searching for an inmate who escaped from an Eastern North Carolina jail on Sunday afternoon, according to the Craven County Sheriff's Office..

North Carolina authorities search for escaped inmate January 27, 2025 Inmate escapes from Craven County jail. (Courtesy of Craven County Sheriff’s Office) Law enforcement agencies are searching for an inmate who escaped from an Eastern North Carolina jail on Sunday afternoon, authorities said Mond...

The New Bern Board of Aldermen continues to spend $6.7 million on miscellaneous projects.
01/25/2025

The New Bern Board of Aldermen continues to spend $6.7 million on miscellaneous projects.

Board of Aldermen OKs spending $105,000 on Christmas decorations, historic marker January 24, 2025 Picture of the Santa House taken in New Bern, NC on Jan. 22, 2025. (Photo by Wendy Card) The New Bern Board of Aldermen allocate $6.7 million for miscellaneous projects. The Board of Aldermen OKs $105,...

Snow day in New Bern, NC. Stay tuned as we're working on stories that take time to report.
01/23/2025

Snow day in New Bern, NC.

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Jack's Island and Marshwalk in Lawson Creek Park in New Bern, NC
01/17/2025

Jack's Island and Marshwalk in Lawson Creek Park in New Bern, NC

Red-bellied woodpecker in New Bern, NC. Stay tuned as we're working on stories that take time to report.
01/13/2025

Red-bellied woodpecker in New Bern, NC.

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Craven County NC Board of Commissioners discuss transportation grant for Neuse Boulevard, voting site, property foreclos...
01/13/2025

Craven County NC Board of Commissioners discuss transportation grant for Neuse Boulevard, voting site, property foreclosures and other matters during first meeting of the year.

Craven County commissioners discuss economic development, Neuse Boulevard and foreclosed properties January 12, 2025 Economic Development Director Jeff Wood presents information to the Craven County Board of Commissioners. (Photo by Wendy Card) County Commissioners discuss transportation grant for N...

It was a chilly day at a beaver dam in the Croatan National Forest in eastern NC.Stay tuned as we're working on stories ...
01/11/2025

It was a chilly day at a beaver dam in the Croatan National Forest in eastern NC.

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Craven County NC Commissioners approved plans to assess the water system and discussed accidents near landfill.
01/10/2025

Craven County NC Commissioners approved plans to assess the water system and discussed accidents near landfill.

Craven County Commissioners meeting recap: Water system, appointments, budget amendments January 10, 2025 Craven County Board of Commissioners meeting in New Bern. (Photo by Wendy Card) Commissioners approve plans to assess the water system and discuss accidents near landfill during meeting in Decem...

The City of New Bern, NC Government is preparing for winter weather and asks residents to do the same, according to a pr...
01/09/2025

The City of New Bern, NC Government is preparing for winter weather and asks residents to do the same, according to a press release.

New Bern prepares for winter weather January 9, 2025 City Hall in downtown New Bern, NC. (Photo by Wendy Card) The City of New Bern is preparing for winter weather and asks residents to do the same, according to a press release. The National Weather Service issued a winter storm advisory this aftern...

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Bald eagle in the Croatan National Forest. Stay tuned as we're working on stories that take time to report.

Yellow butterflies on spider lilies in the Croatan National Forest. Stay tuned as we're working on stories that take time to report.

Happy Friday! Enjoy the great outdoors in Eastern NC 😊

On the Road, On the Water in New Bern & Beyond
On the Road, On the Water in New Bern & Beyond

We enjoyed catching up with N.C. Wildlife Officer Ryan Biggerstaff today. We talked about the upcoming "On the Road, On the Water" campaign to promote public awareness to deter impaired vehicle and vessel operations. We also learned about situations that Wildlife Officers encounter. He also gave us some insight into the elusive alligator.

Explore the Croatan National Forest -- The Jewel of Eastern NC!
Explore the Croatan National Forest -- The Jewel of Eastern NC!

We enjoyed spending a quick trip walking in the Croatan near Brices Creek Wildlife Management Area and Boat Launch. Where's your favorite place to get back to nature in Eastern NC?

It was a misty morning on New Year's Eve in Downtown New Bern, NC today. Video taken by Michaelé Rose-Artist at Studio M from a rooftop on Middle Street.

Here's a blast from the past! Light Up the Season -- November 2011. Were you there? Beary Merry Events

Talk New Bern with The Podsquad – Ep 226
Talk New Bern with The Podsquad – Ep 226

The Podsquad, Jane Maulucci (The Reactive Voice, LLC) and Wendy Card had a great time learning and talking about the people, places, events, and happenings in New Bern & Beyond. We announced exciting news about the Navigator, Local print newspaper. Joe Brown & The Band and Hazel Royal, Executive Director of Abundant Life Community Services, Inc. joined us.

Voting resumes in Town of River Bend, NC after temporarily running out of ballots

Talk New Bern with The Podsquad – Ep 225
Talk New Bern with The Podsquad – Ep 225

New Bern Now's Podsquad, Marissa Moore (New Bern Historical Society) and Wendy Card enjoyed learning and talking about the people, places, events, and happenings in New Bern & Beyond. We were joined by special guests: Marissa Zinni (TWIN RIVERS YMCA), LT Allen Williford (Paddling for Pennies) and Howard Condrey (Kennedy Children’s Home Toy Run).

Talk New Bern with the Podsquad - Episode 224
Talk New Bern with the Podsquad - Episode 224

New Bern Now's Podsquad: Jane Maulucci (The Reactive Voice, LLC) and Wendy Card had a great time learning and talking about the people, places, events, and happenings in New Bern & Beyond. We were joined by Jon Martin (Monster Martin's House of Terror), Dr. Bobbi Kotrba (Felines First Veterinary Hospital) and Lovay Singleton (Veterans Employment Base Camp and Organic Garden).

Talk New Bern with the Podsquad – Ep 223
Talk New Bern with the Podsquad – Ep 223

The Podsquad, Marissa Moore with the New Bern Historical Society and Wendy Card had a great time learning and talking about the people, places, events, and happenings in New Bern & Beyond. Singer Mary Mikels of Blind Notes Music joined us. We will reschedule Dr. Bobbi Kotrba with Craven Animal Hospital and Felines First Veterinary Clinic.

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