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ECU chemistry professor explains impact of chemical combination in Jacksonville
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Today, we’re learning more about the two chemicals that were mixed by accident at Jacksonville’s Water Treatment Plant. We’ve been following this story since it happened Tuesday, forcing people to evacuate an apartment complex nearby. Yesterday, Jacksonville Public Safety officials said zinc orthophosphate...
Hurricanes lose lead, series in third period; South Central, Havelock softball advance
EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — The Carolina Hurricanes were trying to make history Thursday, May 16, 2024 as they trailed the New York Rangers 3-2 in their playoff series. It looked like a Game 7 was going to happen but then the third period changed the game. Leading 3-1 going...
Chemicals that caused apartment complex evacuation identified
JACKSONVILLE, Onslow County — Jacksonville city leaders and EPA representatives said the chemicals involved that caused an evacuation of an apartment complex Tuesday, May 14, 2024, have been identified. It was caused by Zinc Phosphate and Sulfuric Acid. Jacksonville water officials said the use of the chemicals meets EPA...
Cape Carteret board to hold budget hearing Monday night
CAPE CARTERET — Cape Carteret commissioners Monday night will hold the required public hearing on Town Manager Frank Rush’s proposed 2024-25 budget and could adopt the tax-and-spending plan after the hearing and commission discussion. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the town hall off Dolphin Street.
Jacksonville residents seek answers after unexpected evacuation from apartment complexes
People living in a Jacksonville apartment complex have questions Wednesday after they were asked to evacuate their homes yesterday afternoon. An incident at the Jacksonville water treatment plant led to that evacuation. This morning, the city released an update saying two chemicals were unintentionally mixed at the plant. Near the...
EI board receives manager’s proposed budget, cancels 2024 beach music festival
EMERALD ISLE — Emerald Isle commissioners Tuesday night seemed generally pleased with Town Manager Matt Zapp’s recommended 2024-25 budget, which calls for general fund expenditures $13,265,184 and no increase in the property tax rate of 16.5 cents per $100 of assessed value. One cent of that rate funds beach nourishment.
Jen Welborn to take over as town clerk in Emerald Isle
EMERALD ISLE — Emerald Isle officials announced Tuesday that Jen Welborn has been promoted to town clerk and human resource officer for the town. The announcement came during the town board of commissioners monthly meeting.
ENC law enforcement agencies participate in Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina
The New Bern Police Department, K9 Chase, Havelock Police Department, and North Carolina Highway Patrol troopers participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina on Tuesday. Each May, members of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina carry the Flame of Hope through...
Evacuation ordered at Arlington West Apartments, residents left with questions
Hundreds of people living in the Arlington West Apartments on Western Blvd. were asked to evacuate because of a hazmat issue. We were at this location for several hours and have seen people standing on the side of the street, racing to get their pets and kids, all while wondering what was going on.
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