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Afghan national is suspect in Guard ambush shooting; 2 troops ID’d

Afghan national is suspect in Guard ambush shooting; 2 troops ID’d

The U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia said that the guard members shot were Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe. ... Continue Reading
Runners flock to the finish line during second annual Jacksonville turkey trot

Runners flock to the finish line during second annual Jacksonville turkey trot

Organizers say 1,000 people registered to race in the second annual turkey trot at the Jacksonville Commons on Thursday morning. ... Continue Reading
One dead, one injured in early morning shooting in Rocky Mount

One dead, one injured in early morning shooting in Rocky Mount

Around 1:30 this morning, officers were called to a shooting in the 1400 block of South Franklin Street. ... Continue Reading

DEPUTIES: Craven County man solicited child on computer to commit sex acts

An investigation identified 53-year-old Michael Davis Jr. as the perpetrator of the crimes, and a warrant was obtained after consulting with the D.A.’s office. ... Continue Reading
Free Thanksgiving dinners and giveaways across the East

Free Thanksgiving dinners and giveaways across the East

Several ENC restaurants and organizations are looking to give back this Thanksgiving by providing free meals to those in need today. ... Continue Reading
Plymouth holds special called meeting day before Thanksgiving

Plymouth holds special called meeting day before Thanksgiving

The board tabled a resolution to lease two properties on Washington Street. ... Continue Reading
Washington city manager speaks on his resignation

Washington city manager speaks on his resignation

Jonathan Russell’s resignation follows City Council-elect Nick Fritz’s claims that the city was $22 million in debt. ... Continue Reading
DEPUTIES: Nash Co. corrections officer tries to smuggle drugs to inmate

DEPUTIES: Nash Co. corrections officer tries to smuggle drugs to inmate

Deputies searched 37-year-old Shanese Sanders’ car, seizing around 3.5 ounces of K2, a synthetic cannabinoid, and 0.7 ounces of Suboxone wrapped in plastic. ... Continue Reading
Caregiver charged after cocaine seized at Rocky Mount adult care home

Caregiver charged after cocaine seized at Rocky Mount adult care home

The sheriff’s office says a search of the residence turned up 472 grams of cocaine as well as marijuana. ... Continue Reading

Air travel dress code advice sparks Holiday reactions

It's time to ditch the slippers and pajamas when heading to the airport and start wearing nicer clothes—at least that's what the U.S. Transportation Secretary suggested travelers ahead of the holidays. ... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON:  Cost of city manager buyout $140,067

WASHINGTON: Cost of city manager buyout $140,067

Jonathan Russell says certain political behaviors during the recent local election did not align with his professional standards. ... Continue Reading
Stiles appealing decision to send Morehead City mayor’s dispute to Raleigh

Stiles appealing decision to send Morehead City mayor’s dispute to Raleigh

On Monday, the Carteret County Board of Elections voted 3-2 to forward Mayor Jerry Jones’ protest to the state. ... Continue Reading
Judges allow GOP lawmakers to redraw 1st and 3rd congressional districts

Judges allow GOP lawmakers to redraw 1st and 3rd congressional districts

Federal judges are allowing the state to use a redrawn congressional map that could flip a U.S. House seat to Republicans. ... Continue Reading
Mobile food market helps Farmville families prep for Thanksgiving

Mobile food market helps Farmville families prep for Thanksgiving

The ‘Ripe for Revival’ mobile food market stopped on Main Street in Farmville for lunch today. ... Continue Reading
JOY Soup Kitchen serves annual Thanksgiving meal to Greenville community

JOY Soup Kitchen serves annual Thanksgiving meal to Greenville community

Owner Tom Quigley said the effort is one the organization looks forward to each year, especially knowing how difficult the holiday season can be for many people. ... Continue Reading
NCDOT pushes back completion date for Dickinson Avenue project

NCDOT pushes back completion date for Dickinson Avenue project

The North Carolina Department of Transportation says Dickinson Avenue is expected to reopen to traffic by December 31st, and construction will be completed by spring 2026. ... Continue Reading
ENC science teacher shows us two Thanksgiving experiments

ENC science teacher shows us two Thanksgiving experiments

Covey Denton is back on ENC At Three with two new Thanksgiving holiday experiments. ... Continue Reading
Neighborhood stray dog inspires children’s book, fundraising efforts for new spay/neuter clinic

Neighborhood stray dog inspires children’s book, fundraising efforts for new spay/neuter clinic

What began as a small idea expanded into an eight-month effort that resulted in a fully illustrated, 50-page book. ... Continue Reading

NCDMV’s Strategic Plan to increase staffing, cut wait times

The NCDMV says nearly half of all customers drive past their nearest office to find service elsewhere, and the average statewide wait time exceeds 1 hour and 50 minutes. ... Continue Reading
Man gets life without parole for Duplin County murder

Man gets life without parole for Duplin County murder

A jury today found Dexture Smith guilty of first-degree murder for the death of Reginald Blackmore. ... Continue Reading

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