Category: Pamlico County

ISO Rating Crucial in Setting Fire Insurance Premiums

Murky World of Homeowners Insurance         Editor’s Note: North Carolina Insurance Commissioner, Mike Causey, recently issued a statement about Liberty, a small North Carolina town of 2,700 residents, that has achieved an ISO fire rating of 2.  The only better ISO rating…

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The Riggs operate from a Hwy 55 location near Oriental.

Precision Metal Cutting Uses Laser Technology

By Nicole & Stephen Riggs ORIENTAL – We have over 65 combined years of relevant education, skills and experience to take on this laser metal-cutting business venture. Stephen has 35-plus years of experience in the construction and mechanical trades and extensive knowledge in the metal/mechanical…

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The father-son duo acted like guests some of the time, with early access to spectacular Icon of the Seas amusements like this colorful, convoluted water park.

ICON OF THE SEAS – Here We Come!!

PART ONE OF FOUR: By Jeff Fleming | 12V Marine LLC ORIENTAL – The FaceBook message said “marine electrical technicians needed for cruise ship, must be available January 3, 2024.” It was Dec 28, just 6 days away? Starting a service business requires good marketing…

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Sales Tax Hike on Nov. 5 Ballot

PAMLICO COUNTY – Elected officials voted Monday to proceed with a referendum to determine if voters will agree to a ‘quarter of one cent’ increase in the local option sales tax. If approved, the measure could raise an extra $400,000 per year for county coffers…

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Kaitlynn Mizelle, Ally Leaming, Elijah Pauley, Jackson Callen and Lila Mehring 

Navy Junior ROTC Academic Team of Pamlico County High School heads to ‘Nationals’ for 7th consecutive year!

BAYBORO – The team is traveling on April 20 to Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona, Florida. To prepare, these students give their own time to study at home, meeting during their lunches and after school. What some may not know is that the schools…

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New Eagle Scout Inductees

BAYBORO – Sunday, March 3, a trio of accomplished Scouts (from left): Donnie Campbell, Jaxon Hughes-Layden, and Jason Lee Bond II were recognized during a special Court of Honor ceremony at Triangle Volunteer Fire Department. Scout Masters David Spruill (far left) and Roger Stewart (far…

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Long tentacles of government strangle Amish farmer

By Tammy Dail “Who controls the food supply controls the people; who controls the energy can control whole continents; who controls money can control the world.” –Henry Kissinger LANCASTER, PA – Amos Miller is an Amish farmer who operates an organic farm six miles east…

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Four people arrested on sexual offense charges in Pamlico County

During February, Investigators with the Pamlico County Sheriff’s Office conducted several search warrants for Sex Offenders who failed to comply with the North Carolina Sex Offender Registry. Investigators During these investigations, four people were arrested for various charges. Keith Hawk, 58, of Bayboro, was arrested…

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Joan Leary retires from Town of Bayboro

After decades of loyal service, Joan Leary has stepped down as Town Clerk. In a well-attended ceremony Tuesday evening, citizens and elected officials praised Leary as multi-talented, congenial, and detail-oriented. All agreed that her ever present smile, and cheerful nature have been a perfect match…

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Old Theater Visionary Bids Farewell

By Mary Frances Taylor “There is a role for everyone to play at The Old Theater.” This is Carla Fisher’s favorite quote and her personal belief that all people have gifts, talents, and time that can be shared with their community. The Board of Directors…

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Grant Preparation Workshop for Area Nonprofits

GRANTSBORO – All nonprofits serving Pamlico County are invited to attend a free, in-person seminar, “Getting Ready for Grant Writing,” on Wednesday, January 17th from 11am-1pm at the Delamar Center at Pamlico Community College. Instructor Natasha Davis from WPS Strategies will review the most common…

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Small Town Guy Wins Big Time Weight Lifting

Editor’s note: Rickey Carrow, 69, resides in Pinetown and attends Five Points Free Will Baptist Church, which is about a mile from his home. We think you will enjoy his story. Thirty years ago (in 1993), I met up with a guy by the name…

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