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Camp Geiger man accused of reaching 130 MPH during state trooper pursuit
5+ hour, 7+ min ago (144+ words) A Camp Geiger man is facing multiple charges after court records said he led state troopers on a high-speed pursuit Saturday that reached speeds of 130 miles per hour. Twenty-year-old Temur Aribjanov was arrested May 16 by the North Carolina State Highway…...
Three home day helps Bird Dawgs capture 1st series win, former ECU stars impress in Mi LB
7+ hour, 12+ min ago (603+ words) WCTI Three home runs help Bird Dawgs capture 1st series win, former ECU stars impress in Mi LB NASCAR's return to North Carolina is a week away, with racing set for next Sunday at 6 p. m. at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord. Before…...
Free Summer Grab & Go Meals return in Carteret County with weekly family pickups
50+ min ago (105+ words) CARTERET COUNTY, N. C. " Carteret County Public Schools is once again offering its Summer Grab & Go Meals program to help families access free meals during summer break. School officials announced families can now pre-order free meal packs for Summer 2026, with weekly pick-ups…...
Morehead City hosts 68th Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament June 5-14
58+ min ago (187+ words) MOREHEAD CITY, Carteret County " There is less than a month to go until the 68th annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament returns to Morehead City. The tournament runs June 5-14, 2026, with fishing days scheduled for June 8-13. Boats can fish four out of…...
Greenville man held without bond after arrest on child sexual exploitation charges
1+ hour, 3+ min ago (121+ words) GREENVILLE, Pitt County " A Greenville man is behind bars on charges involving the sexual exploitation of a minor, according to court records. Thirty-year-old Gabriel Ward was arrested May 14 by the Pitt County Sheriff's Office and charged with second-degree sexual exploitation…...
Bishop William Barber II settles lawsuit against AMC, returns to Greenville theater
5+ hour, 11+ min ago (225+ words) GREENVILLE, Pitt County: Prominent civil rights leader Bishop William Barber II has settled his federal discrimination lawsuit against AMC Theatres following a 2023 incident at a Greenville movie theater involving his specialized medical chair. The lawsuit stemmed from an encounter at…...
Carteret County Humane Society launches after-hours pet food pantry
1+ hour, 32+ min ago (92+ words) CARTERET COUNTY, N. C. " The Carteret County Humane Society has launched a new After-Hours Pet Food Pantry to help pet owners outside of regular business hours. The pantry offers free dog and cat food, wet food and treats for people who are…...
Plein Air Art Festival wraps up in New Bern with outdoor masterpieces on display
7+ hour, 4+ min ago (129+ words) Artists lined the streets of downtown New Bern this week, painting scenes in real time as part of the Plein Air Art Festival. Sunday marked the final day of the festival, with artwork on display at the New Bern Farmers…...
Families gather at Steed Park for food, fun and community at "Parks and Plates" event
6+ hour, 22+ min ago (115+ words) WCTI Onslow County, NC " Families gathered at Steed Park in Richlands on Sunday afternoon to enjoy local food, shop with vendors and spend time outdoors during Onslow County Parks and Recreation's "Parks and Plates" Food Truck Frenzy. The event featured…...
Kinston Teens dish up May Sunday Dinner at East Kinston Neighborhood Hub
12+ hour, 23+ min ago (104+ words) WCTI KINSTON, Lenoir County " Kinston Teens is hosting its May Sunday Dinner at the East Kinston Neighborhood Hub. The community event is set for Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3 p. m. at the hub, located at 818 Tower Hill Road in Kinston. The event will…...