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Stretch of highway in Jones County dedicated to former state senator

JONES COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - A stretch of highway in Jones County now honors former State Senator Cecil Hargett. The North Carolina Department of Transportation dedicated part of U.S. 258, from Highway 41 to Tuckahoe Swamp, in his honor. Family, friends, and colleagues gathered in Trenton on Tuesday for a ceremony to unveil the signs.

Jones County, NC · 2d

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Smith moves ahead of Murphy in close 3rd District race

Democrat Raymond Smith Jr. has moved ahead of Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy in the race to represent North Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District, which includes Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties.

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JD Vance arrives in New Bern for Marine Corps birthday ball

NEW BERN, NC- Vice President JD Vance made a special appearance in New Bern on Thursday night, alongside a heavy law enforcement presence. We captured footage during our 6 o’clock show, when Vance was pulling into the Riverfront Convention Center. News 12 team was there live for the arrival.

New Bern, NC · 14h

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New Bern residents invited to weigh in on 1,200-acre development proposal

People in New Bern will have an opportunity this (Tuesday) afternoon to learn more about a proposal to rezone more than 1,200 acres near the U.S. 70 and Highway 43 connector. Timber company Weyerhaeuser wants to rezone three large parcels for commercial and residential development near the Greenbrier, Arcadia Village and West New Bern communities.

New Bern, NC · 3d

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Trent Court buildings set for demolition after sitting vacant since Hurricane Florence

NEW BERN, Craven County — New Bern’s Board of Aldermen approved an agreement to begin the process of demolishing the vacant Trent Court buildings, according to Alderman Trey Ferguson. Ferguson says the agreement is with the New Bern Housing Authority and the State Historic Preservation Office. The demolition...

New Bern, NC · 1d

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New Bern aldermen postpone Weyerhaeuser rezoning vote after resident concerns

NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - The New Bern Board of Aldermen voted to postpone a vote on a rezoning request by Weyerhaeuser after neighbors voiced opposition at Tuesday’s meeting. The company is seeking to rezone 1,245 acres of land near the Greenbrier neighborhood. The land is near the Highway...

New Bern, NC · 2d

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Widespread frost/freeze for most areas Saturday night

Eastern North Carolina remains on target for a widespread, significant frost/freeze risk Saturday night through Sunday morning. The coldest air we have seen this season will settle in from Friday through early next week. This will bring the coldest air to most areas along and west of Highway 17. Due...

Martin County, NC · 1d

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Holloway 12U Football Finishes Undefeated, Claims City and County Championships

Holloway 12U football finished 6-0 to claim city and county championships as volunteer coach Champ Burton marked 27 years of youth football coaching.

Kinston, NC · 1d

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This Free North Carolina Powwow Fills a Weekend With Drums, Dancing, and Dozens of Native Vendors

Some of the best weekends in North Carolina start at a place you would normally drive right past without a second look. Picture a plain veterans hall with a wide grassy field, and then imagine that field filling with the deep beat of drums, swirling regalia, and the smell of good food drifting from vendor tents.

Jacksonville, NC · 1d

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‘In the huddle’: Champ Burton’s 27 years of giving back

After a 6-0 championship season, Holloway coach Champ Burton reflects on 27 years of volunteering, the families he has helped and the power of a huddle.

Kinston, NC · 1d

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Lenoir Community College, ECU announce new engineering transfer agreement

Lenoir Community College (LCC) and East Carolina University (ECU) have announced a new agreement allowing engineering students to transfer from LCC to ECU to pursue a bachelor's degree. The partnership was celebrated during a signing ceremony Tuesday, Nov. 10. Under the agreement, students earning an Associate in Science in Engineering...

Kinston, NC · 1d

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Northwood storms back to advance while Jordan-Matthews exits NCHSAA football playoffs

Pittsboro, NC – Northwood spent most of Friday night, Nov. 6, chasing Kinston. Then the Chargers caught the Vikings when it mattered most. Northwood erased an 18-point first-quarter deficit and a 30-6 second-half hole to defeat Kinston 34-30 in the first round of the N.C. High School Athletic Association football playoffs, extending its season with one of the most dramatic victories of the year by a Chatham County team.

Pittsboro, NC · 3d

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North Carolina Lieutenant Governor visits community college in Jacksonville

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - On Thursday, North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt visited Coastal Carolina Community College. As part of her Future Ready Community College Tour, Hunt visited some of the college’s programs. She visited the welding shop, observed the dental hygiene and dental assisting program, and the powerline technician class.

Jacksonville, NC · 11h

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Without Limits Christian Center marks 13th year of Operation Give Thanks food giveaway

As many families prepare for Thanksgiving, a New Bern church is working to help those facing food insecurity by providing free holiday meals. Without Limits Christian Center in New Bern will give away 500 turkey dinner boxes as part of its annual “Operation Give Thanks” event. The giveaway is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21 at 8:30 a.m.

New Bern, NC · 1d

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Battle of the Badges softball game returns to Jacksonville

ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Jacksonville Police Department are coming together for the 5th Annual Battle of the Badges Softball Game. This event will take place at the Jacksonville Commons, 100 Recreation Ln., Jacksonville, on Friday, Nov. 13 at 6:30 pm. The entry fee is $10 and […]

Jacksonville, NC · 1d

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North Carolina recovers record $3.7 million in unpaid wages as worker complaints rise

North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley says complaints about unpaid wages are increasing across the state, with his department recovering a record $3.7 million for workers last year, including nearly $14,000 in Craven County. Farley discussed the issue with Public Radio East on Tuesday while visiting New Bern for a...

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22-mile Veterans Day march travels from Havelock to New Bern

HAVELOCK, Craven County — American Legion Post 539 organized a 22-mile Veterans Day march from Havelock to Union Point Park in New Bern. The walk began at the AMC theater in Havelock and followed U.S. 70, according to organizers. Post 539 says the march raises awareness about veteran suicide.

New Bern, NC · 2d

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New Bern golf tournament helps fund cancer patient support

NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — The 2026 Journey of Hope Golf Tournament has raised $145,560 to help benefit local cancer patients. Journey of Hope provides financial assistance as well as support service to cancer patients who are receiving treatment through CarolinaEast. By helping patients with expenses and needs, it allows patients to focus on healing […]

New Bern, NC · 1d

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Wreaths Across America chili cookoff returns to New Bern with 16 teams Nov. 21

As colder weather moves into eastern North Carolina, chili lovers will have a chance to sample recipes and support local veterans at an upcoming cookoff in New Bern. The third annual Wreaths Across America Chili Cookoff is scheduled for Nov. 21 at Union Point Park. The event will feature chili from 16 teams, along with live music and a vendor fair. It runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

New Bern, NC · 2d

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ENC sports: East Duplin prepares for playoffs, North Pitt soccer advances to quarters

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — The second round of the high school football playoffs kicks off Friday night, with top-seeded East Duplin preparing to host Washington in a matchup between two teams coming off very different starts to the postseason. Meanwhile, North Pitt's boys soccer team is headed to the...

Beulaville, NC · 2d