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Wilson County recorded deed transfers Oct. 19-23, including a $1.65 million Raleigh Road Parkway sale and a $1.175 million Downing Street transaction.
PARMELE, N.C. (WNCT) — Parmele Day has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 7, from 10:00am-4:00pm. This event will take place at the Town Commons (Caboose area) located at 1090 Carr Lane. The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m., and visitors will have access to food trucks, vendors, bounce houses, music, and live entertainment featuring Davonte […]
Several closely watched races for the North Carolina General Assembly remain unsettled following Tuesday's election, including contests in Pitt County and other parts of Eastern North Carolina. Unofficial results from the North Carolina State Board of Elections show Democrats leading in two competitive legislative races, while Republicans maintain leads in...
NEW BERN, Craven County — The City of New Bern is inviting residents to a drop-in meeting about a proposed rezoning request involving 1,245 acres near the Highway 70/43 connector. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 3:30 to 5:45 p.m. at the Craven Community College Corporate...
What was the early voting turnout percentage in Carteret County?. How many early ballots were cast at Pitt County's Cultural Arts and Recreation Center?. Why did Pitt County report zero early ballots for October 29-31? More than 80,000 early ballots were recorded across Carteret, Wayne and Pitt counties for the 2026 general election, with the totals varying by county.
Which alternate entrance is available for the Hancock Street parking lot during construction?. Why is the Hancock Street parking lot entrance closing for seven days?. NEW BERN, Craven County — The entrance to the Hancock Street parking lot will close Tuesday, Nov. 3, while crews replace curbs, gutters and sections of sidewalk.
The Wilson City Recreation Center precinct will remain open until 7:45 p.m. after computer and printer issues delayed voting on Election Day.
Age: 50 Party Affiliation: Unaffiliated Occupation: Director of Remote Learning, Grants and Strategic Partnerships at North East Carolina Preparatory School; educator, grant writer and agricultural business owner. Education: N.C. State University; Lee University Political experience: Edgecombe County commissioner candidate; government relations co-chair with the N.C. Association for College Admission Counseling; Alzheimer’s Association ambassador to U.S. Rep. Don Davis, D-1st District Civic/community affiliations: Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s community investment council; Edgecombe County Data Center Advisory Group; the coalition EnergizeNC’s (Solar for All) community advisory board. Interests or hobbies: Agriculture, spending time with the family and community service Family: Married with two children.
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The North Carolina Republican Party is calling for an investigation into allegations of illegal electioneering by supporters of Democratic Congressman Don Davis at an early voting site in Edgecombe County. The formal complaint, filed Monday with the NC State Board of Elections, alleges Davis supporters wore campaign shirts and engaged in […]
Wilson’s 22nd N.C. Whirligig Festival returns Saturday and Sunday with 270 vendors, live music, children’s activities, Color Circus performers and free shuttle service across downtown.
Veterans Day is next Wednesday, Nov. 11, and several events are planned across the area to honor those who served. One of them is the Veterans Council of Craven County’s annual luncheon, set for this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at C-Stone Church on U.S. 70 in James City.
Greene County commissioners will consider accepting federal funding conditions for a proposed $1.1 million senior center construction project during their Monday, Nov. 2, meeting.
The N.C. Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting Thursday, Nov. 5, about proposed improvements to Morrattock Road in Washington County. The meeting is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Roanoke River Maritime Museum, 206 West Water St. in Plymouth. There will be no formal presentation, but visitors can review project information and speak one-on-one with NCDOT staff.
NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - As open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act is underway, some North Carolinians voiced concerns about whether they can afford health insurance next year. According to the North Carolina Department of Insurance, insurers have been approved for premium increases ranging from about 8% to 27%...
Early voting drew 18,498 Wilson County voters, or 33.3% of those eligible, ahead of the Nov. 3 election. The county also received 372 absentee ballots, with 24 needing to be resubmitted.
Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery awarded $2M federal grant.
Lucama Mayor Matthew Creech will resign Nov. 3 to pursue an out-of-state job opportunity. Town commissioners will consider his resignation and options to fill the vacancy Nov. 2.
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - It’s Election Day for the 2026 midterm elections, but before voters headed to cast their ballots, poll workers were at voting sites making sure everything was in order for the busy day. Poll workers at H. Boyd Lee Park in Greenville set up the voting...
Lenoir County farm repurposes leftover pumpkins and fall decor for a gourd cause.
Make a little time for local this weekend. Explore this week’s vendors, pick up something delicious, and discover handmade finds.
