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Submit Grassroots Arts Program Grants to Craven Arts Council

Since 1977, The North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita-based formula, the program provides funding for the arts in all 100 counties of the state through partnerships with […]
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New Bern’s Runoff Election is Tomorrow, July 26

Tomorrow is the last day to vote for New Bern Mayor and Alderman of Ward 1 and 2 Early voting ended on July 23 with at least 3,999 residents casting their ballots. Runoff candidates: Mayor: Toussaint E. Summers, Jr. and Alderman Jeffrey […]
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CEMC Nationally Recognized for Heart Failure and Heart Attack Treatment Achievements

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized CarolinaEast Medical Center for its demonstrated expertise in treating patients with heart failure and the American Heart Association has recognized CarolinaEast for its commitment to offering rapid, research-based care to people experiencing a heart […]
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Local Author and Transplant Recipient Uses Awards to Host Fashion Show

Local author and bilateral lung transplant recipient Nicole Kohr will host the “My Pants” Fashion show featuring local children at The Next Chapter Books & Art on Saturday, July 30 at 10 a.m. (rain date July 31). Kohr moved to North Carolina […]
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Craven County Sports and Events Committee Hosts Inaugural Trail to Tryon

On November 12, 2022, the Craven County Sports and Events Committee will host the first-ever Trail to Tryon event weekend. This three-day experience will include a half marathon, 10K, and 5K race, each of which offers both in-person and virtual options for […]
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Artist Joyce Stratton Work Featured in “Ireland – Stone and Weather” Exhibit

Craven Arts Council is proud to present the work of Joyce Stratton in the Director’s Gallery for the month of August. Joyce Stratton is a local artist known for her abstract paintings. Opening reception will be held during the August ArtWalk on […]
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Sound Rivers Swim Guide Report – July 22, 2022

Lower Neuse: Three sites failed in the Lower Neuse this week: Trent Woods and Brice’s Creek near New Bern and Pierce Creek in Oriental. Upper Neuse: All sites passed on the Upper Neuse this week! Tar-Pamlico: All sites passed on the Tar-Pamlico […]