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They write in explaining their decision. To the Citizens of Oriental, We would like to clear up any questions you might have. Our decision to resign from the Tourism Board was made after thoughtful consideration. While each of us has our own personal reasons, we share the belief that the Board is moving in a direction that no longer aligns with the vision we have worked to support over many years of service. Collectively, we devoted countless hours to promoting Oriental, welcoming visitors, supporting local businesses, and highlighting the unique qualities that make our town a special destination. We are proud of what we accomplished and grateful for the opportunity to have served our community. As the Board’s priorities and direction evolved, we felt it was appropriate to step aside and allow others to carry that vision forward. We believe this is the right decision for both ourselves and the Board. We sincerely thank the Town, our fellow volunteers, and the many community partners who supported tourism efforts over the years. We wish the Tourism Board and the Town continued success in promoting Oriental and all that makes it a wonderful place to live, work, and visit. Marsha Paplham Suzanne Gwaltney Linda Hoff Vicki Rasmussen Oriental, NC July 2, 2026 **Looking for trusted local experts in New Bern?** Connect with verified home contractors, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and lawyers in the [Support New Bern Services Directory](https://supportnewbern.com/listing-category/services/). ### Explore Local New Bern & Craven County Hubs Discover local businesses, community guides, home services, and neighborhood spotlights across our local micro-market hubs: [Main Local Hubs Directory](https://supportnewbern.com/local-hubs/) [Trent Woods Hub](https://supportnewbern.com/local-hubs/trent-woods-nc/) [James City Hub](https://supportnewbern.com/local-hubs/james-city-nc/) [Downtown New Bern Hub](https://supportnewbern.com/local-hubs/downtown-new-bern-nc/) [River Bend Hub](https://supportnewbern.com/local-hubs/river-bend-nc/) [Fairfield Harbour Hub](https://supportnewbern.com/local-hubs/fairfield-harbour-nc/) [Bridgeton Hub](https://supportnewbern.com/local-hubs/bridgeton-nc/) Found this helpful? 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