What They Didn’t Tell Us At College Orientation
By Allison Potter Last summer, I graduated from The Epiphany School of Global Studies in New Bern as I anticipated going to NC State in the Fall. Soon after graduating I attended orientation at NC State where they told me everything that I needed to…
Whortonsville Residents Leery of Undergrowth Control
Vast Tract of Timberland Sprayed with Herbicide STRAIGHT ROAD – Monday night, the Pamlico County Commissioners heard from a trio of concerned citizens who fear that recent spraying on land now owned by International Paper (formerly Weyerhaeuser) jeopardizes wildlife, nearby streams, and possibly humanity. “If…
New Bern Police Department needs your help
On May 10, 2024, at 12:25 p.m., officers responded to the 2500 block of M L King Jr Blvd for an armed robbery complaint. The caller reported that a white male named Christopher M Lysogorski, age 33, held him at gunpoint and robbed him. The…
American Airlines offers six new daily flights at airport
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) announced this week a significant enhancement in service. American Airlines is increasing the number of daily flights at EWN connecting travelers through Charlotte to destinations of their choice all around the world. This expansion demonstrates American’s commitment to providing convenient…
Pageant Crowns Senior Queen
Saturday, May 4th, the MS North Carolina Senior America Pageant was the center of excitement for ten beautiful and talented senior ladies from the state of North Carolina. Martha Redfearn Mirman from Pinehurst, NC was honored with the title and crown of “MS North Carolina…
NC Taxpayers Must Pay for State Employee Gender ‘Transitions’
RALEIGH – Tami Fitzgerald, Executive Director of the watchdog group known as NC Values, released a statement this week regarding the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals controversial decision. The decree from civil litigation titled Kadell v. Folwell requires North Carolina taxpayers to pick up the…
Abysmal turnout for GOP ‘second primary’
By Brooke Medina | John Locke Foundation Editor’s note – State election officials insist on calling the current vote a Second Primary, which is confusing. To be clear, this is a ‘Runoff’ for just a few seats, where Republican candidates did not garner at…
Oriental Old Theater to Offer Mega Mother’s Day Concert!
ORIENTAL – Dee Dee King & Friends, seen here Sunday afternoon during a break in the group’s grueling three and one-half hour rehearsal, are expected to ‘sellout’ the theater’s 150 seats on Sunday, May 12. Doors open at 4:30pm. Treat your Mom to a spectacular…
To diagnose this Ship’s pesky problems? Improvise (and hold your breath!)
By Jeff Fleming | 12V Marine LLC There are many complex features and equipment on ‘Icon of the Seas’ cruise ship. It is difficult, if not impossible, to know how they all function. When working on electrical components, sometimes you can’t find documentation or staff…
Nonprofit Expresses Heartfelt Appreciation
By Regina Kemble The value of community support in life affirming mission is immeasurable. It’s crucial to maintaining on-going accompaniment of pregnant and parenting women and families in need. Establishing longevity to ensure meeting immediate needs while focusing on far-reaching issues and client goals is…
N.C. GOP 3rd District Elects RNC Delegates/Alternates and Presidential Elector
WASHINGTON, N.C. – On Saturday, April 20, 2024, Republicans throughout the 11 county N.C. 3rd Congressional District held a district convention in Washington, N.C., and elected Delegates and Alternate Delegates to the Republican National Convention (RNC), as well as a Presidential Elector and an Alternate for the Electoral College.
Mother’s Roots In Oriental Inspire Dee Dee King’s May 12 Musical Tribute
Edith Adams – a beautiful, talented and brave young black woman – left Oriental in the early 1960s. Bound for New York City, she was full of hope and spirit, eager to pursue her dreams. In March of 1965, things had come together. Her son’s…
