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The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Things to Do in New Bern, NC (Plus Your Complete Beach Escape Plan)

New Bern, North Carolina isn’t just another small-town tourist destination. It’s one of the East Coast’s best-kept secrets—a place where 300 years of colonial history collides with world-class outdoor adventure, all wrapped up in genuine Southern charm that actually feels authentic. Here’s what makes it special: You can spend the morning exploring a restored 18th-century Read: The Ultimate 2026 Guide to… »

May 13, 2026

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The Crisis Next Door: Why Eastern NC Counties Are Struggling to Staff Social Services Offices

Eastern NC social services are woven into the daily fabric of our community life right here in our corner of the state. For New Bern families navigating Medicaid, children in Craven County depending on welfare protections, and neighbors in Pamlico and Jones counties seeking food assistance, DSS workers are the difference between stability and crisis. Read: The Crisis Next Door: Why… »

May 12, 2026

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Crisis Close to Home: Eastern NC Counties Struggle to Staff Social Services Offices

For residents of New Bern and the surrounding communities of Eastern North Carolina, the Department of Social Services isn’t just a government office — it’s a lifeline. From Medicaid eligibility to child welfare checks, DSS workers are often the first responders to our neighbors’ most vulnerable moments. But a growing staffing crisis across the region Read: Crisis Close to Home: Eastern… »

May 12, 2026

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