A bobcat in the Croatan National Forest in Craven County, NC. A deer, wild turkeys, a rabbit…and a bobcat, oh my! Several animals were spotted during a short trip to the Croatan National Forest in Craven County, North Carolina on July 2, 2026. The deer and bunny were camera shy, but the bobcat and turkeys Read: Photos: Back to nature »
F our members of the Tourism Board resigned at a Town Board Special Meeting held Thursday, June 26. 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 Read: Letters: Clearing up Questions »
Craven County Water and Engineering Services Director Dwayne Alligood Dwayne Alligood has been selected as Craven County’s new Water and Engineering Services Director. Alligood began working with Craven County as the County Engineer in September of 2022. Alligood is a graduate of North Carolina State University with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. He is Read: Dwayne Alligood selected as Craven… »