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Craven County is investing $200,000 to enhance jail-based recovery programs, ensuring vital support for those battling substance use and mental health issues.

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Craven County approves $200,000 COSF grant rollover to keep jail-based recovery services running
The Craven County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $200,000 rollover of federal COSF grant funds to sustain jail-based behavioral health, recovery support and reentry services run by the Sheriff's Office in partnership with Journey to Success.
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September 28, 2026 at 2:43 AM
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Craven County is on the brink of transforming connectivity for nearly 1,900 homes with Brightspeed's broadband expansion, now 95% complete!

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Craven County approves $250,000 ARPA match for Brightspeed broadband GREAT grant; project 95% complete
The board approved a $250,000 budget amendment (ARPA funds) to meet the county match for Brightspeed's Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology grant; staff reported the project is 95% complete and will serve about 1,863 locations.
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September 12, 2026 at 2:48 PM
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Craven County just approved a plan to distribute $1,750 bonuses to 117 eligible sworn law-enforcement officers, but there's more to the story!

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County approves reimbursement to process state one‑time bonuses for sworn officers
Craven County approved a resolution and budget amendment to process state‑authorized one‑time bonuses for sworn law‑enforcement officers; staff reported 117 eligible officers and requested $221,462 to cover county reimbursement items.
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September 12, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Craven County is gearing up for major upgrades with a new resolution to issue bonds for essential capital improvements and the exciting renovation of the Government Center East!

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County approves limited obligation bonds resolution and moves forward on Government Center East project
Commissioners authorized a resolution to issue 2026 limited obligation bonds for capital improvements and approved awarding the Government Center East renovation bid to Hudson Brothers with a requested project ordinance and budget amendment for the Havelock project.
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September 12, 2026 at 3:12 AM
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BrightSpeed is on the brink of transforming rural connectivity in Craven County, nearing completion of a broadband build that will serve nearly 1,900 locations!

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County approves $250,000 ARPA match to complete BrightSpeed broadband build serving 1,863 locations
BrightSpeed's build in Craven County is 95% complete; the board approved a $250,000 budget amendment (previously earmarked in ARPA funds) to meet the county match required for the Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology grant, which will extend service to about 1,863 rural locations.
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September 12, 2026 at 3:02 AM
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Craven County is revolutionizing transportation with a new same-day ride service, promising convenience without extra costs!

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Craven County approves CARTS pilot to cut one fixed route, add same‑day on‑demand midday service
The board approved staff requests to implement a pilot 'on demand plus' same‑day midday ride service while reducing fixed routes from three to two, and authorized CARTS to apply for FY28 NCDOT transit grants to support rural operating and capital needs.
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September 12, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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Craven County just approved a major funding plan that will transform local facilities, including new renovations in New Bern and Havelock!

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Commissioners approve bond resolution and award Government Center East contract to low bidder
The board approved an authorizing resolution for 2026 limited obligation bonds to finance capital projects and approved awarding the Government Center East renovation contract to Hudson Brothers (low bid $3,258,980); staff presented a project budget and requested related ordinance/budget amendments.
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September 11, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Craven County's broadband expansion is almost complete, set to connect 1,863 locations with just 154 left to go—are you ready for faster internet?

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Craven County approves $250,000 match for BrightSpeed broadband expansion to reach 1,863 locations
The board approved a $250,000 budget amendment (ARPA funds) as Craven County's match for BrightSpeed's Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology grant; BrightSpeed reported the project is 95% complete with 1,863 locations to be served when finished.
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September 11, 2026 at 2:20 AM
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Spotted an anole and a wild turkey today in #CravenCounty, #NC.

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September 1, 2026 at 12:40 AM
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Bill Green revealed groundbreaking initiatives at NCWorks aimed at boosting local employment through essential training and credentials in trades, manufacturing, and healthcare.

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Eastern Carolina Workforce Board highlights NCWorks services, local training and MyFutureNC funding
Executive Director Bill Green updated commissioners on NCWorks career-center services across nine counties, prioritized sectors (trades, manufacturing, health care) and the board’s role as fiscal agent for a MyFutureNC credentialing position aimed at boosting local credential attainment.
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August 22, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Craven County is set to boost its workforce with a focus on high-demand credentials in welding, advanced manufacturing, and health care – are you ready to take the next step in your career?

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Regional NCWorks update stresses welding, manufacturing and health-care credentials for Craven area
Bill Green of the Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board told the Craven County commissioners that NCWorks career centers serve nine counties and are prioritizing welding, advanced manufacturing and health-care credentials; he flagged a My Future NC credentialing effort that may add a local coordinator.
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August 21, 2026 at 10:04 PM
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Southeastern Integrated Care unveils a groundbreaking mental health initiative with mobile clinics and residential services, seeking a partnership that could transform lives in Craven County.

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Southeastern Integrated Care outlines mobile clinic, residential beds and seeks county partnership on jail diversion
SEIC representatives told commissioners they operate community support and ACT teams, a mobile outreach clinic and 48 residential beds (about a dozen available) and described a 180‑day residential model. They said counties with contracts pay about $55 per bed per night and asked the county to consider partnering on jail diversion and housing placements.
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August 21, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Southeastern Integrated Care is revolutionizing mental health services in Craven County with innovative programs and a new mobile clinic, ready to meet clients where they are!

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Behavioral-health provider outlines jail-diversion beds, 48-bed residential program and mobile clinic; commissioners direct staff to pursue contract talks
Southeastern Integrated Care told the board it operates a 48-bed residential continuum, mobile outreach clinic and ACT/CST services; representatives said 12 beds are available now and that counties under contract pay about $55 per night for housing. Commissioners agreed staff should open contract discussions for local partnerships and jail diversion.
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August 20, 2026 at 5:42 AM
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Craven County secures a $400,000 grant to launch a new express service in Greenville, but fares are set to rise from $5 to $20—find out how this impacts your travel!

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County approves $400,000 state grant for Greenville express and raises fare to $20 for long-distance service
CARTS received approval to accept a $400,000 NCDOT concept grant (roughly $274,000 operating, $125,500 bus replacement) for a Greenville express pilot; the board approved changing the fare from $5 to $20 per one-way trip for that service to align with comparable long-distance providers.
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July 24, 2026 at 2:45 AM
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Craven County's transportation landscape is changing with a new microtransit pilot that promises on-demand rides for just $5—are you ready to hop on board?

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CARTS and new Craven County MPO propose microtransit pilot; public hearings set for route and grant applications
Craven County's MPO moved under county transportation staff, Abby McClay outlined MPO functions and CARTS proposed reducing fixed routes from three to two while launching a same-day, $5 on-demand pilot in New Bern; the board set public hearings for the FY28 unified grant application and for the proposed route/fare changes.
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July 24, 2026 at 2:44 AM
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Craven County commissioners are gearing up for a public hearing on a groundbreaking $25 million bond proposal while making key decisions on leases and appointments!

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Commissioners set public hearing on up-to-$25M bonds, approve leases, appointments and surplus-property sale
The board adopted a preliminary resolution and set a public hearing for Aug. 3 on proposed limited obligation bonds not to exceed $25 million; they also approved three-year $1 leases for state probation offices, accepted a $10,000 bid on a surplus parcel, terminated the Trillium lease at the hospital campus, and made several appointments by acclamation.
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July 24, 2026 at 2:42 AM
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Big news for Craven County! The FAA just approved over $1.3 million in grants to boost our airport's development, paving the way for aerospace growth.

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FAA grants fund taxiway design and aerospace apron work at county airport
The county learned it will receive design funding and a $1,345,745 Airport Improvement Grant to complete a taxi lane design, Williams Road realignment design and build a 3.05-acre concrete apron in the aerospace development area; commissioners authorized acceptance of the grants.
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July 24, 2026 at 2:38 AM
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Brices Creek near the future #CravenCounty Nature Park in #NC.

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July 21, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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Craven County is gearing up for a public hearing on a $25 million bond that promises no property tax increase—find out how this could transform local projects!

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Craven County sets public hearing on up to $25 million in limited obligation bonds
The board adopted a preliminary resolution to seek approval for limited obligation bonds not to exceed $25 million and set a public hearing for Aug. 3; officials said there is no anticipated property tax increase tied to the issuance.
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July 20, 2026 at 8:20 PM
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Craven County is set to soar with over $1.8 million in FAA grants for vital airport upgrades that promise to boost aerospace business and create high-paying jobs!

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County accepts FAA grants to repair taxiway and build aerospace apron at New Bern airport
The board authorized acceptance of two FAA grants for taxiway design and an apron in the county's corporate aerospace area, describing roughly $1.35 million in AIG funding for a 3.05-acre concrete apron and larger local and state matches supporting about $15.7 million invested to date.
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July 20, 2026 at 8:18 PM
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Craven County just secured a $400,000 grant to launch an express bus service to Greenville, but the fare is skyrocketing to $20—what does this mean for local riders?

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Craven County to pilot Greenville express with $400,000 state grant; fare to rise to $20
Craven County approved a $400,000 NCDOT-funded pilot to run a Greenville express bus service and agreed to raise the one-way fare from $5 to $20; board set related public hearings and called for intercounty memoranda of understanding.
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July 20, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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Craven County is stepping up with innovative budget amendments, approving funds for modern drones, health tech upgrades, and crucial recovery programs to meet community needs.

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Craven County commissioners approve package of budget amendments, contracts and recovery funding
The Craven County Board of Commissioners on July 6 approved a series of budget amendments and contract authorizations — including a $25,000 Duke Energy Foundation‑funded drone for emergency services, a $27,891 server for Havelock Pharmacy, and a $400,255.94 fiber relocation contract with partial NCDOT reimbursement — and funded local recovery and education needs.
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July 7, 2026 at 1:13 PM
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Craven County commissioners have just greenlit a series of significant budget amendments, including a $200,000 boost for inmate healthcare and a $679,955 land purchase to enhance county operations!

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Craven County commissioners approve multiple budget amendments, land purchase and service funding
At its June 15 meeting the Craven County Board of Commissioners approved a package of budget amendments and administrative actions including $200,000 for inmate health care, $275,000 for water-system repairs, a $679,955 property purchase at Martin Drive, and appropriations for rescue squads and schools.
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June 17, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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"The new #CravenCounty Nature Park is projected to open in Early Fall 2026," according to Craven County manager. newbernnow.com/newly-constr...
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June 5, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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Craven County has just approved a $169.1 million budget for FY2026-27 that keeps taxes steady while allocating funds for schools and community needs!

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Craven County adopts $169.1 million FY2026–27 budget with no tax increase
The Craven County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a $169,121,047 fiscal-year 2026–27 budget on June 1, 2026, with no increase to the general fund tax rate or fire-district levies. The ordinance allocates school capital, opioid settlement proceeds and other fund-specific appropriations; staff noted the budget has been available since May 18.
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June 5, 2026 at 1:20 PM