uscellular

Pandemic increases importance for Internet savvy parents

UScellular Provides Resources to Help Keep Children Safe Online for Internet Safety Month in June   Daily life looks different for parents and children in the pandemic world. The majority of our time has shifted to online: working from home, attending school […]
Dr Bryan Johnson at PIE Luncheon

10th PIE Annual Luncheon After Event

On May 27, 2021, Partners In Education held the 10th PIE Annual Luncheon at the Havelock Tourist & Event Center. And then, on May 28, 2021, PIE held the second Virtual Lunch In-Place event for those who couldn’t be with us in […]
Simon Spalding

Curmudgeon’s Corner: Maestro extraordinaire Simon Spalding

Many years ago, I was posted to Stockholm, Sweden as the cultural affairs officer in our embassy. Dealing with Swedish musicians and artists was part of my routine. Of special interest to me, personally, was the folk music scene in that country. Previously, […]
Railroad bridge

What’s What in New Bern – June 7, 2021

Good morning, New Bern Now Readers! Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening today in and around town. Pic of the Day: Railroad Bridge over the Neuse River Bear Outlook Via National Weather Service Today: Isolated showers before 11 a.m., then scattered showers […]
Neuse River Bridge

Letter from the Editor: “I Can See Clearly Now”

  This morning I heard the song, “I Can See Clearly Now” by the late, great, singer-songwriter John “Johnny” Lester Nash Jr. “I can see all obstacles in my way, Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind” Johnny Nash’s words […]
In the Weeds - June 5, 2021

In the Weeds: Possible signs of trouble

We caught our neighbor checking out the garden and he was amazed that we actually had peppers and tomatoes. He popped a red cherry tomato in his mouth, next was the yellow. A man of few words, he said, “Wow, that’s a […]
Carolina Colours Golf Club

Golf Tournament at Carolina Colours – Register by June 7

You can be a Member for the Day, bring a guest and join us on June 21 at Carolina Colours Golf Club for a fun tournament. The fun starts at 8 a.m. with registration and the range opening. We will have a […]