Join us for a Conversation with Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders of the North Carolina Department
Join us at the North Carolina History Center on March 27, for a special evening with Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders. Secretary Sanders brings more than 30 years of strong management and leadership experience to the North Carolina Department of Commerce. As Commerce Secretary, her approach to advancing North Carolina’s economy is to work with statewide partners to attract and grow innovative companies with good paying jobs, invest in our small businesses and rural communities, and strengthen our diverse
Inspiring Musical Stage Show, ''The Diary of a Mother'' Comes to New Bern Civic Theatre - April 13
An original play by Craven County native Robert Brock, “The Diary of a Mother”, stars New Bern’s own exceptionally gifted Gospel performer and vocalist, Bonita Burney Simmons. This special performance will be offered to the community on Saturday, April 13, 2024, 6:00 PM at New Bern Civic Theater's Athens Main Stage. Other actors include model/actor Quincy Grant, model/actor Minyon Thomas, and Robert Brock. Tried By Fire, Inc. is proud to partner with New Bern Civic Theater to bring this unique
CENTURY 21 Zaytoun Raines Announces Top Feburary Agents
Congratulations to our Top December Agents!!! Top Producer: 1st - Gray Wheeler, 2nd - Meredith Morse, 3rd - Marcia Alford Top Lister: 1st - Marcia Alford, 2nd - Gray Wheeler, 3rd - Ernie Ensley Top Closer: 1st - Lina Emory, 2nd - Gray Wheeler, 3rd - Becky BengelPlease contract us today to get all the information you need about Real Estate in New Bern, 252-633-3069, newbern@c21zr.com or visit our website www.c21zr.com to see all New Bern has to offer! #realestate #newbernnc #topagents
CAROLINAEAST FOUNDATION GRANTS $133,900 TO LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
On February 28, 2024, the CarolinaEast Foundation hosted a check-passing event to present sixteen local organizations with grant money to support their causes. Each cycle, organizations can apply for grant money from the CarolinaEast Foundation that has been donated through the annual Employee Campaign, as well as many community businesses and individual donors. In the midst of providing great care every day to patients, CarolinaEast staff found it in their hearts to donate to a cause that directly helps
CarolinaEast Medical Center Ranked in Top 1.7% of U.S. Hospitals
For the sixth consecutive year, CarolinaEast Medical Center is named one of the top best hospitals in the United States by Newsweek magazine in their annual "World’s Best Hospitals" rankings released February 28th. The 2024 list lands CarolinaEast at 110 out of 6,120 hospitals in the United States. Newsweek is a premier news magazine and website that has been bringing high quality journalism to readers around the globe for more than 80 years. This is the sixth year of their World’s Best Hospitals
Hallowed Ground Lantern Tour March 21-23
The New Bern Historical Society invites you to an exciting storytelling event, the Hallowed Ground Lantern Tour, March 21,22 & 23, 6-9pm. New Bern Battlefield Park, site of the first Battle of New Bern, is host to this intriguing event. The tour takes you on a guided, lantern-lit walk through the wooded battlefield trails, where spirits of real characters from New Bern's past will share their very human and inspiring stories of courage and conviction. You will hear from: A family reading letters from
PIE Announces Spring Cycle PIE Grants of $18,215 to Craven County Schools Educators
Due to the incredible generosity of the Craven County community, Craven County Partners in Education (PIE) was able to award $18,215 for the Spring Cycle PIE Grants, bringing the total PIE Grants awarded for the 2023-24 school year to $32,524. Partners in Education’s goal is to enhance the learning environment in our public schools through PIE Grants. This is PIE’s 32nd year offering PIE grants that fund activities and materials requested by those closest to the educational process — our teachers. Craven
Harry Goodman Battlefield Adventure Day March 16
Harry Goodman Battlefield Adventure Day, a springtime event for the entire family, is Saturday, March 16 at the New Bern Battlefield Park. A day full of learning activities, period games and living history, it is held annually at the Park, which has been extensively upgraded by the New Bern Historical Society. The event is open to guests of all ages, with special activities for children 6-12 years old. Check-in begins at 12:30 pm. with activities from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Guests will be greeted by
Heritage Homes Tour May 3-4
Join the Historical Society on May 3 & 4 as they celebrate New Bern and showcase her enduring beauty with a very special Heritage Homes Tour encompassing two historic neighborhoods. The 2024 self-guided tour includes very exceptional homes in the Downtown and Ghent Historic Districts, ranging from glorious to tiny, and everything in between. These are livable family homes with rich stories and diverse architecture that illustrate New Bern's amazing history. Add creative floral arrangements, live music,
Billie Jo Stewart Joins Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Billie Jo Stewart has joined the New Bern office of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage. “Billie Jo is a consummate professional with a strong work ethic and a demonstrated background of exceptional service to her clients,” said Drake Bratton, Managing Broker of the New Bern office. “She has a fantastic reputation in the local real estate community, and we are very proud she chose to align her talent with our office, and our company.” Stewart explained that real estate has been the perfect intersection
ROTARY-HABITAT BUILD PROJECT GETS HELP FROM COLLEGE STUDENTS
The Rotary Clubs of Greater New Bern are pleased to welcome five groups of college students who have decided to skip their traditional spring break to participate in Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge program so they can help our volunteers work on the Rotary-Habitat Build Project at 2308 Aycock Avenue in New Bern. During the week of February 26 through March 1, twenty-one students from the University of Findlay in Ohio were able to get the walls raised on home #80 as they worked with Rotary and
Heather Pierson Duo Performing March 23 at Bank of the Arts
The Heather Pierson Duo will perform Bessie Smith and more for The Craven Arts Council and Gallery at Bank of The Arts 317 Middle Street New Bern on March 23, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Heather Pierson is a pianist, singer/songwriter, song leader, and performer with a passion for cultivating joy, both onstage and off. Her uplifting live performances with her bassist/partner Shawn Nadeau delve into New Orleans jazz, blues, and folk. Best known for her ease at the piano and her bell-tone vocals, Heather’s songs embody
Winterfeast 2024 Tryon Palace’s Fabulous Oyster and Pig Roast
If you are craving for plump, salty oysters, then Winterfeast 2024 is a must do for you! Tryon Palace’s popular traditional southern foodfest returns to the North Carolina History Center on Saturday, March 9th. Not only will you feast on bushels of juicy oysters, but there will be freshly roasted pig, plenty of savory sides, and live music by the Blue Gorillas, a spinoff of one of New Bern’s favorite bands, the Bonafides. George Oliver and his clan of talented musicians will have you tapping your feet and
PUBLIX PRESENTS CHECK TO HABITAT
Representatives from Publix Super Market presented a symbolic check for $25,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Craven County (HFHCC) last Monday at the site of Habitat’s next home build in the Pembroke Community located on Aycock Avenue, New Bern. This home build will be partially sponsored by Publix Super Market Charities. The check is made possible by Publix Super Market Charities. From alleviating hunger and reducing homelessness to supporting youth programs and education initiatives, Publix Super Market
Craven CC Foundation Announces 2024 Community Fabric Award Recipients
The Craven Community College (Craven CC) Foundation announces recipients of the 14th annual Community Fabric Awards (CFA), an annual event that celebrates leadership excellence in the community. This year’s recipients are Linda MacDonald for Individual Leadership, International Paper for Business Leadership, and Craven Community College Volt Center Dean Eddie Foster for Leadership in Education. The event was created by the Craven CC Foundation to showcase excellence in leadership as demonstrated by
Craven CC Adopts New Name for the Business and Information Technology Building
Craven Community College (Craven CC) has renamed one of its buildings in honor of the late philanthropist Harold H. Bate for his outstanding generosity and the unwavering commitment to education his legacy has provided the college for nearly 30 years. The newly named Harold H. Bate Hall, formerly known as the Business and Information Technology (BIT) building, earned its new name through a resolution adopted by the Craven CC Board of Trustees on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023. The Harold H. Bate Foundation, a
The Importance of Being Earnest March 15-17 & 22-24
Treat yourself to some classic fun with this outstanding comedy. The North Carolina History Theater will present Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest at the Gover C. Fields Performing Arts Center at 2000 Dr. MLK Blvd. on March 15, 16, 22, & 23 at 7:00pm and on March 17 & 24 at 2pm First performed in 1895, The Importance of Being Earnest is a timeless classic loved by many as one of the funniest plays ever written, with dazzling, dizzying dialogue. The beguiling characters – Algernon and Jack,
Join SpongeBob and Friends for Undersea Adventure at New Bern Civic Theatre: March 15-24
The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition plays the New Bern Civic Theatre Athens Main Stage March 15-24. Journey to the bottom of the sea with this adaptation of the famous Nickelodeon characters set to an original score written by acclaimed music artists such as David Bowie, Sara Bareilles, John Legend, Cyndi Lauper, Yolanda Adams, and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith (to name few). This is no ordinary SpongeBob, it was nominated for 12 Tony Awards and enjoyed smash hit success on Broadway. The Youth Edition is
February 24th is Community Day at Tryon Palace for Craven County Residents
Tryon Palace welcomes all Craven County residents to join us for a day of FREE admittance to the Tryon Palace Historic Site and North Carolina History Center, sponsored generously by Pepsico. We want to show our community all we have to offer and to know that we appreciate you! Prior to entry, residents will need to check in at one of the Ticket Desks located at the North Carolina History Center or at the Waystation across from the Palace front gates. Please bring proof of residence or proof that you
Breeze Airways Brings New Low-Cost Nonstop Flights to Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) is proud to welcome a new airline partner: Breeze Airways. This addition creates a one-of-a-kind opportunity for EWN to offer the only nonstop, “Nice Low Cost Carrier” flights in the region. The new airline will offer nonstop routes to two destinations including Orlando, Fla. and Hartford, CT. Breeze Airways will be offering twice weekly flights initially and air service will start on May 24. Fares on the new routes start at $49 one-way. “Breeze Airways opens
PJi to Attend 2023 NBAA-BACE Conference in Las Vegas
PJi to Attend 2023 NBAA-BACE Conference in Las Vegas Pilot John International (PJi) will showcase products from top manufacturers in the aviation industry during the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) from October 17th through 19th at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. PJi’s aviation experts will be on hand to share information about ground support equipment (GSE), avionics test equipment, aircraft parts, and pilot supplies. Aviation experts from PJi will also
PJi Announces Distribution Agreement with CCX Technologies
PJi Announces Distribution Agreement with CCX Technologies Pilot John International (PJi) announces a new distributorship agreement with CCX Technologies. PJi is pleased to offer advanced avionics testing solutions to our customers to help streamline the process of testing the onboard systems of aircraft. CCX’s ongoing mission is to engineer innovative solutions for a complex world. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, CCX Technologies has been designing and developing cybersecurity and testing solutions for
PJi to Attend 2023 ACPC Conference in New York City
PJi to Attend 2023 ACPC Conference in New York City Pilot John International (PJi) will showcase products from its top manufacturers for the aviation industry during the 66th annual Air Carriers Purchasing Conference (ACPC) at the New York Marriott Marquis from August 19th through 22nd. PJi’s aviation experts will be on hand to share information about GSE, avionics test equipment, aircraft parts, and pilot supplies. Aviation experts from PJi will also provide guidance and answer questions about GSE
PJi To Attend 2023 NBAA White Plains Regional Forum in White Plains, NY
PJi To Attend 2023 NBAA White Plains Regional Forum in White Plains, NY Pilot John International (PJi) will showcase products from its top manufacturers for the aviation industry during the 2023 NBAA White Plains Regional Forum at Westchester County Airport (HPN) on June 14th. PJi’s aviation experts will be on-hand to share information about GSE, avionics test equipment, aircraft parts, and pilot supplies. Aviation experts from PJi will also provide guidance and answer questions about GSE maintenance
The Language of Business: Terms to Know
Being an entrepreneur is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. However, it's not all fun and games. If you want to be a successful entrepreneur, you need to understand common business terms. Here are a few of the most important ones the New Bern Chamber of Commerce thinks you should know about.LLC A limited liability company (LLC) is a business structure that offers personal liability protection and tax benefits. LLCs in North Carolina are easy to form and maintain, and they can be a great
How to Turn Your Freelance Work Into a Small Business in New Bern
You've been freelancing for a while and you're ready to take the plunge and turn your freelance work into a small business. Congratulations! Making the transition from freelancer to small business owner is a big step, but it's one that comes with a lot of rewards. Not only will you have more control over your work, but you'll also be able to reap the financial benefits that come with owning your own business. But before you can start reaping those rewards, there are a few steps you need to take to get
Everything You Need to Know Before Starting a Construction and Contracting Business
When starting a construction and contracting business, it's crucial to understand what's required. If you’re ready to launch it, here are some key things to help actualize your plans. Have a Solid Business Plan A business plan helps you keep your business on track, increasing its chances of success. This ZenBusiness guide on starting a company notes that a standard business plan should include your business structure and how you’ll manage it, the services, target market, the number of employees, a solid