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Tryon Palace Presents The Journey to Juneteenth

The Journey to Juneteenth begins with freedom and ends with freedom, but there were stops along the way where we gathered wisdom, hope, strength, and direction for the journey. Travel this journey with Sauuda Eshe through songs, recitation, and historical data to […]
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Forest Service Reminds Residents to Keep Drones Away from Wildfires

As spring fire season enters its third month, the USDA Forest Service and N.C. Forest Service are reminding the public to keep drones away from wildfires. Flying drones or unmanned aircraft systems, near wildfire activity is not only extremely dangerous, but illegal. […]
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Thea’s Ideas is now, Ideas Inc.

We are proud to share with you our good news: Thea’s Ideas is now Ideas Inc. What do you do when you’re still passionate about promoting businesses and groups in New Bern, but you also want to explore, have adventures, and spoil […]
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MERCI Clinic Earns NAFC Quality Standards Program Gold Rating

MERCI Clinic earned a 2022 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards Program. The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinic’s mission is to ensure the medically underserved have access to affordable healthcare. The NAFC […]
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UScellular Enhances Wireless Network Coverage in Craven County

UScellular continues to invest in its fast, high-quality network with a new 5G cell site in Craven County. The site enhances UScellular’s network in and around the Havelock community and is one of more than 700 sites the wireless carrier has across […]
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Summer Science School — Where Children Learn the Wonders of the Maritime Environment

A summer program that for more than 50 years has taught children the wonders of the maritime environment returns fully for the first time since 2019. Summer Science School, hosted by the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort, gives students an opportunity […]
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Practice Water Safety and Protect Against Drowning and Stay Healthy

As North Carolinians start their summer voyages to beaches, lakes, rivers and pools this holiday weekend, officials at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offer suggestions to maximize the health benefits of swimming and other water-based activities while minimizing […]