CarolinaEast Medical Center Achieves Elite National Status: ‘Straight A’ Hospital for Patient Safety
Six consecutive ‘A’ safety grades have been awarded by The Leapfrog Group (New Bern, NC) – CarolinaEast Medical Center was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the sixth consecutive grading round by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This designates CarolinaEast as a “Straight A” hospital, defined as hospitals that have an A for Spring 2026 and have sustained that grade for the last five or more grading rounds. This select group represents 15% of
Tried by Fire Invited to Raleigh Mall for Belk Spring Charity Sale
Tried By Fire, Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to assisting justice-involved women during their reentry journey, has received a special invitation to participate in the Belk Spring Charity Sale event at the Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh from June 5 through 7, 2026. Every nonprofit is interested in raising money, and Belk offers this opportunity twice a year through their spring and fall charity sales. Nonprofits are invited to sell tickets at $5 each in advance or during the Charity Sale Days and
WWII WASP in the Wild Blue Yonder
Women Pilots at Camp Davis by John Moseley June 7 NEW BERN, NC We were recently enthralled by the Artemis 2 mission to the moon. And we cheered Jacksonville’s own Christina Koch, the first woman to fly to the moon. But did you know that 84 years ago, in WWII, women were breaking other barriers? Join the New Bern Historical Society as they host John Moseley, Sunday, June 7 at 2pm at Orringer Auditorium. He’ll tell you the fascinating story of the brave “Women Pilots at Camp Davis”. During World War II,
Daisies & Daubers Bingo Fundraiser Offers Fun, Gifts, and Cash Prizes
Hesed Place is hosting “Daisies & Daubers Bingo” on Friday, May 15 that promises a night of connection, laughter, and a little friendly competition—where winning is just a number away! Doors open at 6:30 and Bingo starts at 7:00 pm. Try your luck with this classic game of luck and strategy. Mark your numbers, aim to complete the specified pattern on your cards, and shout "Bingo" when you do. It’s fun for all ages! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to enjoy the fun! The event takes place at Hesed
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Eastern Carolina YMCA to Host First Annual Community Prayer Breakfast
New Bern, NC – April 27, 2026 – The Eastern Carolina YMCA will host its First Annual Community Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 14 at the Twin Rivers YMCA, inviting community members from across the region to gather for a morning of connection, reflection, and inspiration. The event will begin with breakfast at 6:30 am, followed by a program at 7:30 am. Seating is limited to 150 attendees. There is no cost to attend; however, advance registration is required. Designed as an inclusive, community-centered
FRCE Delivers First Metal 3D Printed Parts to Fleet
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) is marking a new era of aircraft sustainment with the delivery of its first flight-certified metal additive manufactured parts to the fleet, significantly improving aircraft downtime and flight line readiness. A recent collaboration with the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Additive Manufacturing Team and Fleet Support Teams has allowed the Advanced Technology and Innovation Team at FRCE to develop processes and obtain
3R's Fest 2026 Scheduled for Resources, Reentry & Recovery
Tried by Fire Inc., in partnership with Craven Community College, Trillium Health Resources, Craven-Pamlico Re-Entry Council, and Trauma Wellness Center are pleased to present a special free program to the community - The 3R’s (Resources, Reentry & Recovery) Fest 2026. The 3R’s Fest will meet on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Craven Community College, 800 College Court in New Bern. Breakfast will be provided at 9:00 am. “This program is all about sharing information, as well as
Historical Society Presents Harriet Marks & John R. & Alice Land Taylor Scholarships to NBHS Senior
Sega Bagayoko-Diawara Receives Four Year ScholarshipsNEW BERN, N.C. The New Bern Historical Society is pleased to announce the Harriett Marks & John R. and Alice Land Taylor Scholarships for 2026 have been awarded to New Bern High School senior Sega Bagayoko-Diawara. Sega was selected from among a group of highly talented and deserving applicants. He is the son of Fatou Diop and Abdoulaye Bagayoko.Sega demonstrated academic and athletic excellence throughout his high school career. He achieved the
Relentless Resilience Workshop Series - Rebuild Strength from the Inside Out
Relentless Resilience Workshop Series - Rebuild Strength from the Inside Out Life can knock you down—but it doesn’t get the final word. Hesed Place invites the community to Relentless Resilience, a trauma-informed, six-part workshop series led by award-winning speaker Tah’Ron Cannon of Committed to Progressing Forward LLC. This series helps participants build real-life resilience—learning how to adapt, recover, and move forward through adversity, trauma, and uncertainty.A Flexible, Six-Part Resilience
The Small Business Case for Email Newsletters: Growth, Retention, and Real ROI
Email newsletters are one of the most cost-effective tools available to small business owners — a direct channel to your customers that you control, regardless of what any social platform decides to do next. The returns back this up: newsletters deliver over 3,600% ROI, with 80% of small businesses relying on email for customer retention and 81 out of 100 using it as their primary acquisition channel. For business owners in the New Bern area, where local relationships and repeat customers drive commerce,
Craven Community College Students to Host Earth Day Cleanup at New Bern's Lawson Creek Park April 21
NEW BERN – Students in Craven Community College's (Craven CC) Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, Student Veterans of America (SVA) and Outdoors Club will participate in an Earth Day cleanup Tuesday, April 21, from 3-4 p.m. at Lawson Creek Park. “This event is about more than just picking up trash," said Zeid Awawdeh, president of the Alpha Phi Nu Chapter. "It’s about building a stronger connection between our students and the community while taking pride in the place we call home. We hope this becomes a
Main Gallery: ROY G BIV 2026
A colorful art exhibition in the Main Gallery at the Bank of the Arts for the month of May Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St May 2026 Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present their May Main Gallery exhibition, ROY G BIV, at Bank of the Arts. ROY G BIV features a display of artworks from over 150 artists highlighting the use of color. Artists were challenged to create unique pieces using a limited color palette and identical 12” x 12” cradled boards. Craven Arts Council & Gallery will host an
At the Gallery Concert Series: the music of John Fogerty performed by Ruth Wyand
Craven Arts Council & Gallery presents concert series hosting music of famous musicians covered by local and regional artist. 317 Middle Street, New Bern, NC Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 7 pm Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present their final concert of the 2025-2026 At the Gallery concert season, featuring the music of Americana and Rock singer John Fogerty performed by Ruth Wyand on Saturday, May 16th at 7pm. This concert is sponsored by Wayne Anderson & Joni Duncan. Tickets are $25 for
Figure Drawing Drop In Sessions
Craven Arts to host figure drawing sessions at Bank of the Arts Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St 3pm-5pm, May 27, 2026 Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to host a Figure Drawing Drop In Session, hosted by local artist Courtney Durocher. These low-cost sessions will offer artists the opportunity to sketch, paint or create from poses by a live, semi-clothed model. Figure drawing builds fundamental drawing skills, observational ability, and understanding of movement, gesture, and the human form.
“Jagged Little Pill” Opens May 8, 2026 at New Bern Civic Theatre
New Bern, NC — New Bern Civic Theatre (NBCT) is proud to present the Regional Premiere of Jagged Little Pill, the electrifying, Tony Award-winning musical inspired by the groundbreaking album by Alanis Morissette. Opening May 8, this powerful production brings raw emotion, unforgettable music, and a deeply human story to the NBCT stage. Featuring iconic songs like “You Oughta Know,” “Ironic,” and “Hand in My Pocket,” Jagged Little Pill weaves together the lives of a seemingly perfect suburban family as
Craven Community College Launches “Building Giants” Summer Camp for Young Innovators
HAVELOCK – Craven Community College is excited to announce the launch of its new Building Giants summer camp, a free, hands-on program designed for students ages 12–14 interested in exploring careers in maritime and advanced manufacturing. The camp will take place June 8-12 at the College’s Havelock campus, located at 305 Cunningham Blvd. Camp hours are 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to noon on Friday. Lunch will be provided daily at no cost to participants. Building Giants
Craven County Partners In Education Announces Plans for PIE Annual Luncheon
More than 500 educators, business leaders, community members, and elected officials will gather at the Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County on Thursday, May 28, 2026, for the highly anticipated PIE Annual Luncheon. This annual event supports and recognizes the dedicated educators of Craven County School System while raising funds to enhance classroom instruction through teacher grants. Since 2015 PIE has awarded an estimated 3.6 million in grants; raised nearly $550,000 in event sponsorships; and a
Tryon Palace Welcomes Spring with its Annual Garden Lovers’ Weekend and Spring Plant Sale
(NEW BERN, NC) April 3, 2026 -Tryon Palace is celebrating spring with its annual Garden Lovers' Weekend on April 10 – 12, and Spring Plant Sale on April 10 – 11. Tryon Palace is part of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR). Garden Lovers’ Weekend offers FREE Gardens Passes to the public. It is the perfect time to come out and view the vibrant flowers that the warm weather has brought to the Tryon Palace Gardens. Our fabulous tulips are in full bloom, as are hyacinths,
Pilot John International to Exhibit at the 2026 MRO Americas Conference in Orlando
Pilot John International® (PJi®) will exhibit at the 2026 MRO Americas Conference, taking place April 21-23 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Hosted by Aviation Week, MRO Americas is the leading event for the commercial aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry, bringing together airlines, MRO providers, OEMs, suppliers, and industry experts from around the world. The annual conference provides a dynamic platform for aviation professionals to connect, explore the
The Operational Gaps Most Kinston Business Owners Don't Know They Have
Most businesses don't fail from one catastrophic mistake — they erode from a dozen small ones that compound quietly. The Federal Reserve's 2024 Small Business Credit Survey found that uneven cash flow and rising costs remain among the most widely cited challenges for small business owners, with smaller firms showing the weakest recovery. Most of these gaps are fixable — but only once you know where to look.Cash Flow Problems Start Before You See Them Cash flow management means tracking the timing of
New Bern Pride Launches Search for Pride Prom 2026 Sponsorships
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Bern Pride Launches Search for Pride Prom 2026 Sponsorships New Bern, North Carolina – New Bern Pride has officially opened its sponsorship search for Pride Prom 2026, with a primary focus on securing a Title Sponsor to serve as the partner for Eastern North Carolina’s most visible LGBTQIA+ event. Now entering its fifth year, Pride Prom has evolved into a regional celebration welcoming hundreds of attendees and functioning as the organization’s largest annual fundraising
Call for Entry: The 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition
Call for Entry: The 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition Exhibition featuring the artwork of local, regional and national artists Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St August and September 2026 The Craven Arts Council is seeking artists for their upcoming biennial exhibition, the Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition. This biennial exhibition is Craven Arts Council’s signature exhibition with over 100 artworks selected out of hundreds of entries. Interested artists can apply through CaFE
