The filing deadline has passed. Five candidates signed up in December to run for Craven County Board of Education in 2026, according to a list on the NC State Board of Elections website. Lee Kirkman, Jr. (R) is running for the Board […]

Friday was the last day to file a notice to run for a seat on the Craven County Board of Commissioners. Thirteen candidates filed to run for seats on the Board of Commissioners during the filing period in December 2026 in North […]

A look back at the history of public power in Eastern North Carolina. Several dynamics have shaped the energy landscape in NC over the past 120 years, including the demand for electricity, weather-related incidents, costs, and conflicts over energy projects. New Bern […]

City of New Bern elected officials take oath of office during Board of Aldermen meeting on Dec. 9, 2025. By Wendy Card, editor. Send an email with questions or comments.

City aldermen approved street closures, the purchase of police equipment, donations and expenses, engineer expenses for the relocation of electric lines; filled the vacant alderman seat, received public input and addressed other items. Several topics discussed during the New Bern Board of […]

The city aldermen approved street closures, annexation, water and sewer use agreement and spending of so called “ARP Enabled Funds.” They also accepted a grant, made appointments, received a report on economic development and discussed other items. The New Bern Board of […]

Looking for something in the greater New Bern area and beyond? Below is a list of community events, public meetings and things to do in December. Community events Dec. 5-7 and 12-14: The Nutcracker Ballet produced by Down East Dance at the […]