Craven CC, Appalachian State University create new transfer pathway for Health Sciences students
NEW BERN — Craven Community College (Craven CC) has signed an articulation agreement with Appalachian State University (ASU) that creates a streamlined transfer pathway for graduates of select Associate in Applied Science (AAS) programs in Health Sciences to earn a Bachelor of Science. Effective July 1, 2026, the agreement allows eligible Craven graduates to transfer into ASU's Health Sciences program with junior standing, building on the skills and knowledge gained through their associate
Craven CC receives $32K AHIMA Foundation grant to support Health Information Technology students
NEW BERN — Craven Community College's (Craven CC) Health Information Technology (HIT) program has been awarded a $32,356 grant from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Foundation. The competitive grant recognizes Craven CC's commitment to preparing the next generation of health information professionals and advancing the mission of improving health through education. "Our goal has always been to remove barriers to student success while preparing graduates to meet the
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Craven County Partners In Education and Books-A-Million Launch Book Purchasing Program for Pre-K thr
Partners In Education (PIE) is proud to partner once again with New Bern’s Books-A-Million (BAM) to offer our community an opportunity to support literacy in Craven County Schools. From July 19 through August 16, 2026, community members can visit Books-A-Million at 3005 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. to purchase books for Craven County Schools’ classrooms through the annual Book Purchasing Program. Abi Hopkins, General Manager at Books-A-Million, emphasizes the impact of the initiative: “The
Main Gallery: 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition
August & September 2026 Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present their signature biennial exhibition, the 2026 Bank of the Arts National Juried Exhibition. This exhibition features over 100 artworks out of over 400 entries, carefully curated by this year’s juror, Ben Billingsley, from the Cameron Art Museum. The exhibition highlights work from 22 states and includes paintings, printmaking, ceramics, photography, woodworking and much more. Artwork selected for the exhibition falls into 5 distinct
Director’s Gallery – New Bern – Beyond the Ordinary
Craven Arts Council & Gallery hosts group exhibition from local artist workspace Laceleaf Studio & Company Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to host a group exhibition featuring artists from Laceleaf Studios for the month of August. On display in the Director’s Gallery, New Bern – Beyond the Ordinary will feature diverse paintings thematically focusing on ordinary findings in the city of New Bern. An open reception for this exhibition will be held at Artwalk on August 14th from 5 – 8pm at Bank of the
John Moore Film Screening Local Racial Conciliation Coalition presents Film Screening on John Moore
The Forward Together Coalition is proud to present a film screening on the lynching of Dover native, John Moore, on Saturday, August 29th at 3:30 pm at the West New Bern Recreation Center located at 1225 Pinetree Dr, New Bern, NC. The coalition will present a 10-minute film created by local filmmaker Francine Robinson, following the NAACP Luncheon Fundraiser at the Elks Lodge providing an opportunity to showcase the film in a community setting. The film screening is free and open to the public, however
Craven County Partners In Education Announces Stuff the Bus Event with Title Partners B/S/H/ Home Appliances & Staples of New Bern
Craven County Partners In Education (PIE) will be hosting their Annual Stuff the Bus Event on Saturday, August 15 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Staples at 3230 Dr. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. PIE president Brandy Popp announced that B/S/H/ Home Appliances and Staples will be the Title Partners for the 21st Annual Stuff the Bus. Both organizations share PIE’s mission to start our students back to school on the road to success with the necessary school supplies. This is B/S/H/ Home Appliances
Notice of the 2026-2027 Meetings of the Board of Trustees of Craven Community College
NEW BERN – Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes Section 143-318.12 and Craven Community College Board of Trustees Bylaws and Policies, notice is hereby given for the Board of Trustees meeting schedule. The Board of Trustees of Craven Community College will meet eight times during fiscal year 2026-2027 at 5:30 pm in the Ward Boardroom of the Brock Administration Building on the New Bern Campus, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are scheduled as follows: Aug. 18, 2026Sept.15, 2026*Oct. 20,
Community Leaders Recognized by New Bern Breakfast Rotary
The New Bern Breakfast Rotary recognized two community leaders at their Annual Installation Dinner on June 25. These awards follow nominations from Rotary members each year to select professionals in the nonprofit and business sectors in our community who represent one of Rotary International’s seven Areas Of Focus. Amanda Delgado, Executive Director of the Coastal Center for Hope & Healing was presented the 2026 Community Leader - Nonprofit Sector Award by newly elected club President, Ann Super in
CCC and ECU sign agreement guaranteeing admission for graduates of 10 technical programs
GREENVILLE — Craven Community College (Craven CC) and East Carolina University (ECU) have signed a new partnership agreement creating a seamless transfer pathway for students pursuing bachelor's degrees in industrial technology. Signed June 29 at ECU's Science and Technology Building, the agreement guarantees admission to eligible Craven CC graduates who complete one of 10 approved Associate in Applied Science (AAS) programs and meet program-specific admission requirements. The partnership provides
Feeling Ghostly? Need Some Spirit? Audition August 1 for Historical Society’s Fall Ghostwalk
NEW BERN, NC The New Bern Historical Society is looking for a few good ghosts. Whether you are a spirited novice or have lots of ghostly experience, the Historical Society wants you to portray the historic characters in this year’s Ghostwalk. Ghostwalk brings to life noted personalities from New Bern’s past who tell their stories. There’s no need to worry though, all the apparitions in these stories are from the pages of history, not from science fiction. Each year a new and different batch of
NEW PRESIDENT AND BOARD INSTALLED FOR NEW BERN BREAKFAST ROTARY CLUB
Rotary District 7720 Governor Brownie Futrell installed Ann Super as president of the New Bern Breakfast Rotary Club for the 2026–27 Rotary year during the club’s 41st annual installation dinner on June 25 at the Chelsea Restaurant. A Rotarian for nine years, Ann joined the Breakfast Rotary after moving from Pennsylvania in 2022. She currently serves as District 7720 CART Chair, leading an adjunct Rotary program that raises funds for Alzheimer’s research, and is a Certified Facilitator with the Rotary
Chip Payson named new Board Chair and President for Habitat for Humanity of Craven County
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County (HFHCC) has announced Chip Payson as its new Board Chair and President. Payson will step into the role being vacated by Pastor Charles Dudley, whose term ended on June 30. Payson, an Iowa native and longtime resident of Massachusetts, moved to the area with his wife, Susan, in 2023. An attorney with experience working for both federal and state government, Payson is a member of the New Bern law firm Sumrell Sugg, which has a long history of supporting Habitat
FRCE partners with Reservists, Marines for joint readiness training
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. – Imagine a military aircraft sustaining heavy structural damage in a remote, forward-deployed combat location. If the repairs are outside the scope of standard squadron-level maintenance and shipping the aircraft to a depot is not an option, how does the fleet rapidly repair and return that critical asset to the fight? This high-stakes question drove Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) to host the command’s second annual forward-deployed combat repair training
August Reign of Terror, 1781 Historian Dennis Harper at Lunch & Learn August 27
NEW BERN, NC, Join the New Bern Historical Society for Lunch & Learn at 11:30am on Thursday, August 27 at Carolina Colours Pavilion as they host author and historian Dennis Harper to learn about this frightening time in our history. On January 28, 1781, Maj. James H. Craig, with his British forces, captured the town of Wilmington. His mission was to establish a supply base for Lt. Gen. Charles Cornwallis’s army as they continued their southern campaign into North Carolina. Major Craig’s most notable
Craven Arts Council & Gallery accepting grant applications
Craven Arts Council & Gallery is now accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program grants through 5:00 pm August 31, 2026. Since 1977, The North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita based formula, the program provides funding for the arts in all 100 counties of the state through partnerships with local arts councils. Craven Arts Council & Gallery serves as the North
Craven Arts seeks applications for the NC Arts Council Artist Support Grants
Craven Arts Council & Gallery seeks applications for Artist Support Grants for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The deadline to apply is September 11th , 2026. These grants support artists in all disciplines with funding for projects that will have a significant impact on the advancement of their professional artistic careers. The Artist Support Grant program is managed through a partnership with Craven Arts Council to serve artists in Craven, Carteret, Jones, Lenoir, Onslow, and Pamlico counties. Funding is
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
