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A Jacksonville man convicted of multiple crack cocaine distribution charges could spend the next 70 years in prison. According to a release from prosecutors, a federal jury convicted a Jacksonville man yesterday on charges of distributing crack cocaine, possessing with intent to distribute cocaine and crack cocaine, and possession of a firearm by a felon.

MOREHEAD CITY — Reputation doesn’t guarantee anyone a win at the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, but it sure intimidates a wide field of opponents. When Big Rock Radio operator Randy Ramsey jumps on the channel to report a hookup, ears perk up for certain boats. This year’s tournament-record field...

CRAVEN COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) -Another protest took place in Craven County Tuesday opposing critical race theory. A group of about 40 people gathered at the corner of Craven and Pollock Street saying they oppose the critical race theory or CRT, being taught in public schools. They say they want to...

Patrick Ryan Harrell, 28, of Jacksonville, died Saturday, June 12, 2021, at Onslow Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville. He has family in Carteret County. His service is at noon Wednesday at Tar Landing Baptist Church with Pastor Jack Marshburn officiating. His graveside service is at 2 p.m. Monday at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.

MOREHEAD CITY — The city council last week approved a new use allowing “in-law quarters” as a secondary dwelling unit on certain residential lots, with the intent of later expanding the use to be more broadly applicable throughout the city. The Morehead City Council held a public hearing during its...

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WITN) - No blue marlins were caught on Wednesday, the third day of fishing in this year’s Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. There were 147 boats out on the water, and there were dozens of hookups, but no one boated a marlin. That means ‘Natural’ remains on...

NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - A woman was critically stabbed in New Bern early this morning and police have arrested her husband. The stabbing happened around 3:00 a.m. in the 100 block of Craven Terrace. Manuel Diaz, of New Bern, has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon with...

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. — The 63rd annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament began Monday morning. Not only is this a big week for people who fish, it is also important for local businesses, including charter boats, restaurants and outdoors stores. Fishing stores in particular have had a lot to do...

NEW BERN, Craven County — Firefighters with Township 7 in New Bern are remembering their fallen brother in arms as they prepare for his memorial service. Firefighters said that Ralph DeBlasi’s commitment to serving others both on duty and off was an inspiration. DeBlasi died in the line of duty...

NEW BERN, Craven County — A man was arrested early Tuesday morning around 3 a.m. in New Bern. Manuel Lewis Diaz, 36, of New Bern was charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. Officers of the New Bern Police Department responded to the 100 block of...

PINE KNOLL SHORES, N.C. (WITN) -An eastern Carolina health department and an aquarium are teaming up on Wednesday with the hopes of encouraging those who still haven’t gotten their COVID-19 vaccine to roll up their sleeves. Starting at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores will...

MOREHEAD CITY — The 3A Coastal Conference Wrestling Tournament followed a similar script from the regular season. Havelock escaped with a 39-36 win over West Carteret in dual action in late May to break the Patriots’ two-year title run. On Saturday, the Rams again squeaked out a league crown to...

MOREHEAD CITY — Carteret Community College is offering free tuition and assistance with other costs for eligible students thanks to two grants the college received in May. The college will provide two years of free tuition for eligible 2021 high school graduates as part of the Longleaf Commitment Grant, according to a press release issued Monday by CCC.

There is a new leader in the Big Rock Blue Marlin tournament – one that earned quite a hefty paycheck. The Beaufort-based Natural brought in a 521.6-pound marlin Tuesday on the second day of the 63rd annual tournament in Morehead City. The Natural received $828,750 for winning the Fabulous Fisherman...

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Morehead City will hold an open house at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 27. The worship service will be followed by a covered-dish luncheon at noon. The church began its summer hours May 28, and the office will be closed at noon each Friday.

MOREHEAD CITY, Carteret County — The crew aboard the boat Natural came to the scales Tuesday afternoon with a 521.6-pound blue marlin. That fish took over the leaderboard and also qualified for the fabulous fisherman prize. That prize of $828,750 went to the crew in addition to top spot in...

Jason Lynn Reese, 47, of Newport, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021, at CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern. His celebration of life service is at 2 p.m. Saturday at Munden Funeral Home. Jason was born Sept. 5, 1973, in Houston, Texas, to Gerald and Mary Reese. He served in...

Downtown Morehead City, Inc. announced the return of the Alive at Five concert series. The free, family-friendly music series will be hosted at Jaycee Park, located at 807 Shepard St., from 5 to 8 p.m. on the waterfront in downtown Morehead City. “Downtown Morehead City, Inc. is thrilled to host...