Carteret Writers hosts Ann Wicker November 10 at Golden Corral in Morehead City. The "Dutch treat" lunch begins at 11:15 and the program starts at noon. Wicker will discuss her experience pitching,... Full story
I have lived in Jacksonville, N.C., since 1994 and am so grateful to be surrounded by real hero’s everyday. But, I remember a time when a person would go to walk to the door and gentlemen would hold opened the door for them. The good old days... Full story
All over town, everywhere you looked you could see people wearing blue shirts on Saturday, April 25th, and they all seemed to be doing something! Conservative estimates say that about 230 men, women and children spread out all over Sneads Ferry to... Full story
Rick Carroll will address Carteret Writers on March 10 at Golden Corral in Morehead City. The "Dutch treat" lunch begins at 11:15 and the program starts at noon. There is no program fee. Anyone interested in writing is welcome. Carroll will discuss... Full story
A couple of weeks ago, I was talking on the phone with a potential buyer and I was surprised when she expressed concern over her and her husband being able to come up with the down payment for a home loan. One might wonder why I was so surprised.... Full story
Writers know the trials and joys involved in getting their work published. What is it like on the other side of the desk?
James Minor, Assistant Managing Editor of the Carteret County News-Times and editor of their Coastal Living section,... Full story
During the early hours of December 29, 2008, a cherished Christmas decoration that has adorned the residence of 112 Pinecone Lane for over 12 years was taken. The thief or thieves made off with a life size deer decoy modified to resemble Rudolph... Full story
As a mom during the holiday season it is important to remember that you are not the slave and you do not need to do everything. I always remind my grown children that MOM stands for Master of Management. So if you are a MOM I invite you to use my 5... Full story
The New Bern Young Marines Unit was chartered on May 30, 2003 by National Headquarters, Young Marines. The unit consists of youth from the elementary, middle, and high schools of the surrounding communities. The unit currently has 30... Full story
Jones county public school offers Child Find and transitional services for children with special needs. If your pre-k child aged 2-4 may need special assistance, contact Jones County Public schools or your local school district.... Full story
Well, as I frequently check out the news from the area in which I grew up (Iowa), I come across an article about the local power company investing in wind power. Considering I have a bit of inside information into MidAmerican Energy due to the fact... Full story