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New health tech platform to help fight the opioid crisis

The Eshelman Institute for Innovation (EII), within the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, is set to launch a new health tech platform aimed at serving patients with opioid use disorder (OUD).

Juvenile Crime Prevention Council seeks proposals for at-risk youth programs

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (December 4, 2023) – The Carteret County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is seeking proposals from organizations interested in providing a prevention and early intervention program for delinquent and at-risk youth fo...

Carteret County Health Department reminds residents to get their flu shot

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (December 1, 2023) – With the flu season underway, the Carteret County Health Department (CCHD) emphasizes the importance of getting the annual flu vaccine during National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW), observed from December 4 to 8...

Candidate filing for 2024 Elections begins December 4

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 27, 2023) – The candidate filing period for the upcoming 2024 elections begins at noon on Monday, December 4, 2023, and ends at noon on Friday, December 15, 2023. Local candidates seeking a county office are required to file ...

Carteret County seeking applicants for volunteer boards and committees

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 22, 2023) – To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the Carteret County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following:

• Adult...

Low Income Energy Assistance available through DSS

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 21, 2023) – Beginning Friday, Dec. 1, the Carteret County Department of Social Services is accepting applications for the North Carolina Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) to help qualified families with th...

Board of Commissioners recognize Croatan Cougars boys’ cross country for 3-A state championship

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 21, 2023) – The Carteret County Board of Commissioners recognized the Croatan Cougars boys’ cross country team during Monday's meeting, celebrating their victory in the 2023 3-A state championship.

Members of the team,...

Carteret County honors 103-year-old Coast Guard Veteran

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 21, 2023) – Houston Salter, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran who turned 103 years old this month, was honored on Monday evening by the Carteret County Board of Commissioners at their monthly meeting.

Commissioner C...

Sheriff Asa Buck encourages safe holiday shopping practices

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 20, 2023) – With the Christmas holiday approaching, Sheriff Asa Buck emphasizes the importance of safe shopping practices for citizens.

"As we gear up for the holiday season, and with shoppers flocking to malls and discou...

Carteret County DSS prepares for Medicaid expansion

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 20, 2023) – As North Carolina’s expansion of Medicaid approaches, the Carteret County Department of Social Services (DSS) is gearing up for this change.

The expansion of Medicaid in North Carolina is a vital step forward and im...

Contract awarded for dredging of the Back Sound to Lookout Bight Federal Navigation Channel

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 8, 2023) – On Tuesday, November 7, 2023, the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) - Wilmington District took a significant step towards ensuring safe navigation and preserving the natural beauty of Cape Looko...

PUBLIC NOTICE: Carteret County Planning and Inspections relocating main office

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 8, 2023) – Carteret County Government is relocating their main offices of the Planning and Inspections department from downtown Beaufort this month. The Planning and Inspections department, currently located...

Carteret County screens documentary exploring veterans’ challenges in NC

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 6, 2023) – Carteret County has partnered with the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) to show “The Veteran’s Battlefield,” the newest documentary from the NCACC’s 100 Strong Productions...

Carteret County lights courthouse in support of veterans for “Operation Green Light”

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 6, 2023) – Carteret County announced today that the county courthouse cupola in Beaufort has been illuminated green as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort by counties, the National...

Tomorrow, Tuesday Nov. 7 is Election Day for Carteret County municipalities

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 6, 2023) – As the 2023 election season in Carteret County draws to a close, Early Voting ended on Saturday. However, for residents residing in a municipality, the opportunity to cast their votes still exists. Voters...

Carteret County take back nets 280 pounds of unused prescription drugs

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 2, 2023) – The fall Operation Medicine Drop resulted in more than 210,000 dosage units of prescription drugs weighing a combined total of 280 pounds.

Residents of Carteret County were able to bring unused or expired prescripti...

Carteret County to host rabies vaccination clinic

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 25, 2023) – On Saturday, Nov. 4, Carteret County Animal Control will host a free rabies vaccination event for pets. The clinic will take place in the parking lot of the Carteret County Health Department, 3820 Bridges St., Moreh...

Carteret County Sheriff’s Office offers Halloween safety tips

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 23, 2023) – With Halloween just around the corner, the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office urges everyone to be vigilant about staying safe during the holiday.

“With the excitement of Halloween taking...

Carteret County residents urged to dispose of unwanted prescription medication

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 19, 2023) – The Carteret County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with law enforcement agencies and local stakeholders for the semi-annual Operation Medicine Drop prescription drug take-back event on October 28.

Residents are enco...

Carteret County seeking applicants for boards and committees

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 19, 2023) – To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the Carteret County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following:

• Adult ...

Carteret County to participate in “Operation Green Light” in support of local veterans

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 17, 2023) – In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Carteret County announced plans to illuminate the county courthouse cupola green from November 6-12 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a...

Carteret County announces temporary parking lot closure at courthouse

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 16, 2023) – Carteret County will temporarily close the county courthouse parking lot at the intersection of Turner Street and Cedar Street in downtown Beaufort. The closure will begin on Tuesday, October 17 t...

Carteret County Health Department to host a flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Wednesday

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 16, 2023) – The Carteret County Health Department (CCHD) is offering residents, aged 12 and older, a flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the CCHD located at 3820-A Bridges St. in Morehead City. The clinic ...

Updated COVID-19 vaccine now available

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 13, 2023) – The Carteret County Health Department is now offering the updated COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine is covered by most health insurance carriers and is available at no cost to people without health insurance.

Supplies of...

Carteret County to host free hazardous waste recycling event October 21

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 12, 2023) – The Carteret County Solid Waste Division, in collaboration with Coastal Environmental Partnership (CEP), is encouraging Carteret County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a sa...

Early voting for municipal elections in Carteret County begins Thursday, October 19

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 10, 2023) – One-stop early voting for the 2023 municipal elections in Carteret County begins on Thursday, October 19, and runs through Saturday, November 4.

Eligible voters, who reside in a municipality, can participate in earl...

Carteret County Public Library system closed for Staff Development Day on October 9

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 6, 2023) – All branches of the Carteret County Public Library system will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2023, for a Staff Development Day. This closure includes the following locations:

• Beaufort Public Librar...

Carteret County Health Department offering flu vaccines

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 2, 2023) – As the influenza (flu) season kicks off, the Carteret County Health Department (CCHD) is emphasizing the importance of flu prevention. To reduce the spread of the flu virus, CCHD has launched its seasonal f...

Carteret County Government Operation Changes

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (September 22, 2023) – Due to the potential impacts from Tropical Storm Ophelia, Carteret County Government Buildings will close early on Friday, September 22 at 2:30 p.m. This includes all county public library branches, Board of Elec...

Claud R. (Rob) Wheatly, III honored in the North Carolina Bar Association’s Hall of Fame

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (September 19, 2023) – Claud R. (Rob) Wheatly, III, a highly accomplished attorney and a third-generation lawyer in Carteret County’s oldest law firm, has been honored with induction into the prestigious North Carolina...

Carteret County begins mailing 2023 property tax bills

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (September 5, 2023) – The Carteret County Tax Administration office has started mailing property tax bills. Property owners should receive their bill over the next several days. Taxes are delinquent if not paid in ful...

Local volunteers needed for ‘International Coastal Cleanup’ in Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (September 5, 2023) – Litter Free Land and Sea is partnering with the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, Carteret County Government, and the towns of Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, and Pine Knoll Shores for a beach clean...

Carteret County Public Library System celebrates Library Card Sign-Up Month

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (September 5, 2023) – As the new school year begins, the Carteret County Public Library System joins forces with the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to celebrate September as Library Card Sign-Up Mon...

Carteret County Public Library System branches to close early in preparation for Idalia

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 30, 2023) – In response to the potential impact of Idalia, all Carteret County Public Library System branches will be closing early at 5:00 PM today, Wednesday, August 30, 2023.

This proactive measure is being taken to e...

CCATS adjusts service due to Idalia

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 30, 2023) – In response to the anticipated impact of Hurricane Idalia, Carteret County Area Transportation System (CCATS) announces changes in its service for the safety and well-being of the community.

On Thursday, Augu...

Idalia prompts tropical storm warning for Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 30, 2023 – 8:00 AM) – Carteret County is now under a tropical storm warning as the county prepares for the impending impact of Idalia. A tropical storm warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected within the watch ...

Tropical storm watch issued for Carteret County ahead of Idalia

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 29, 2023) – A Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect for Carteret County ahead of potential impacts from Hurricane Idalia. A tropical storm watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, generally...

Carteret County Emergency Services monitoring Tropical Storm Idalia

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 28, 2023) – Carteret County Emergency Services is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Idalia as it moves towards northwest Florida. The safety and well-being of our community members remain our top priority, and we are taking pr...

Carteret Co. Sheriff’s Office shares back-to-school safety tips

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 23, 2023) – As we head into the new school year, the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office is focused on making sure students are safe when they go to and from school. Sheriff Asa Buck of Carteret County is offering safety tips to e...

Carteret Co. Sheriff’s Office urges safety near school buses as students return to class

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 21, 2023) – With the upcoming school year just around the corner, the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is dedicated to raising awareness about vital safety measures to protect students as they travel to and from school.

E...

Carteret County launches post-overdose response team to combat substance use crisis

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (August 21, 2023) – In an effort to address the ongoing substance use crisis, the Carteret County Health Department is proud to launch a new initiative. Made possible through funding from NCDOJ resources and the endorsement of the Carte...

Jesse Vinson presented Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (July 27, 2023) – During the July meeting of the Carteret County Board of Commissioners, former Carteret County Airport Manager Jesse Vinson was recognized with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award. Granted by the Off...

Members of the Carteret County Board of Elections take oaths of office

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (July 18, 2023) – The Carteret County Board of Elections is pleased to announce that its appointed members have taken their oaths of office.

Carteret County Clerk of Court Ken Raper joined Carteret County Board of Elections Tu...

Carteret County Health Department encourages back-to-school immunizations

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (July 13, 2023) – While it seems that the school year just ended, the Carteret County Health Department reminds parents and guardians of school age and college-bound students not to wait until the last minute for back-to-schoo...

Carteret County Aging Services distributing fans to eligible citizens

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (June 21, 2023) – Carteret County Aging Services is helping Carteret County seniors cool off through ‘Operation Fan Heat Relief.’

The county is using money from Duke Energy to provide free ...

Carteret County Public Libraries offer summer reading program

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (June 13, 2023) – The Carteret County Public Library System’s Summer Reading program is back from June 17-August 5, 2023. This year’s theme, ‘All Together Now,’ emphasizes the importance of community and bringing people togethe...

CCPL’s Down East branch relocating to new home

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (June 7, 2023) – The Carteret County Public Library’s Down East branch, located at 702 US Highway 70E Beaufort, will close at the end of business Friday, June 16 – in order for preparations to begi...

West Beaufort Boat Access reopens after renovation

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (May 24, 2023) – Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Carteret County government is pleased to announce the newly renovated West Beaufort Boat Access is now open.

The boat access, on Town Creek Drive in Beaufort, has...

Carteret County Sheriff reminds citizens to put safety first this Memorial Day

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (May 23, 2023) – With Memorial Day as the unofficial start of summer, Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck would like to remind citizens and visitors to be safe. This long weekend is typically packed with celebratory events like ...

Carteret County to hold Senior Lifestyle Expo in May to celebrate Older Americans Month

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (May 10, 2023) – Carteret County Aging Services is celebrating Older Americans Month by holding its annual Senior Lifestyle Expo. The expo welcomes both seniors and caregivers the opportunity to learn more about the multitude o...

West Beaufort Boat Access and parking area to temporarily close for renovations

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (May 4, 2023) – The West Beaufort Boat Access, at 138 Town Creek Drive, Beaufort, will temporarily close for renovations and upgrades on Monday, May 8, 2023. The facility will remain closed for approximately two weeks...

ANNOUNCEMENT: Public Notice of possible quorum

PUBLIC NOTICE: April 28, 2023

Carteret County Clerk to the Board of Commissioners Lori R. Turner has issued a public notice that a quorum of the Carteret County Board of Commissioners may be present Friday, April 28, for a Stanton Landing neighborhood tour...

Hurricane preparedness starts now as season approaches

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 27, 2023) – The National Weather Service (NWS) has declared April 30-May 6, 2023, as Hurricane Preparedness Week. Carteret County Emergency Services urges all Carteret County residents to take time to prepare for the upcoming hu...

Drug take back nets 294 pounds of prescription drugs in Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 25, 2023) – The spring Operation Medicine Drop resulted in more than 220,000 dosage units of prescription drugs weighing a combined total of 294 pounds.

Residents of Carteret County were able to bring unused or expired ...

Litter Free Land and Sea volunteers clean up 2,500 pounds of litter in Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 24, 2023) – On Saturday, April 22, volunteers all across Carteret County helped clean up our community during the countywide litter cleanup event. 

The event, hosted by Litter Free Land and Sea and Carteret-Crave...

Carteret County celebrates National Library Week April 23-29

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 20, 2023) – April 23-29, 2023 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. During this week...

Free Senior Shred-a-Thon at Leon Mann, Jr. Enrichment Center in Morehead City

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 20, 2023) – Identity theft has quickly become one of the most prevalent and costly crimes happening today. To help combat the issue, Carteret County Aging Services is hosting a free Shred-a-Thon event to reduce the cha...

Carteret County to hold annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 19, 2023) – The annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo will take place in Carteret County on Monday, May 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, located at 3505 Arendell Street in Morehead City.

This free event is fami...

Litter Free Land and Sea seeking volunteers for litter sweep on April 22

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 14, 2023) – Litter Free Land and Sea is recruiting volunteers for the annual spring countywide litter cleanup day, where volunteer groups across the county can team up to pick up litter in the community.

The clea...

Carteret County to offer free drop-off for hazardous household items

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 14, 2023) – The Carteret County Solid Waste Division is encouraging Carteret County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at an upcoming household haza...

Carteret County hosting medication disposal on April 22

Carteret County, NC (April 14, 2023) – The Carteret County Sheriff’s Office joins law enforcement agencies and partners across the county for the semi-annual Operation Medicine Drop prescription drug take-back event on April 22.

Residents are encouraged to...

County mourns loss of Jaime Hicks Long, human resources director

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 11, 2023) – It is with the deepest sadness and heaviest of hearts that Carteret County Government must share that CCG Human Resources Director Jaime Hicks Long passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023, at her Moreh...

Litter Free Land and Sea hosting free tarp giveaway

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 6, 2023) – In an effort to reduce the amount of roadside litter and debris, Litter Free Land and Sea, in partnership with Tractor Supply Co. of Morehead City and GFL Environmental, will be giving away tarps to residents to secur...

New playground equipment opens for fun at Carteret County parks

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (April 6, 2023) – Carteret County has completed the installation of new playgrounds at Eastern Park and Western Park and the facilities are now open for public use. The project included the demolition and removal of the old playgrounds...

Pinwheel Garden to raise child abuse awareness in Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 30, 2023) – As part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Carteret County Department of Social Services (DSS), Carteret Children’s Advocacy Center, and Carteret County Guardian ad Litem Program will plant a pinwheel ...

Carteret County Health Department celebrates National Public Health Week 2023

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 29, 2023) – The Carteret County Health Department (CCHD) is joining other public health agencies in observing National Public Health Week from April 3 - 9, 2023 as a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highli...

Carteret County residents can recycle unused paint for free during the month of April

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 29, 2023) – The Carteret County Solid Waste Division is encouraging Carteret County residents to take advantage of a special recycling program for latex paint through the month of April.

The month-long program is a safe and envir...

Pistol Purchase Permits will no longer be issued by the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 29, 2023) – The law regarding the issuance of pistol purchase permits by sheriffs in North Carolina has been repealed by the North Carolina General Assembly.

Any person seeking to purchase or transfer a handgun in North...

Rape Crisis Program to hold multiple events for sexual assault awareness month

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 29, 2023) – April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and the Rape Crisis Program (RCP) of Carteret County will host a myriad of events observing SAAM throughout the month.

SAAM is an annual campaign coordinated by the Natio...

ANNOUNCEMENT: Public Notice of possible quorum

PUBLIC NOTICE: March 28, 2023

Carteret County Clerk to the Board of Commissioners Lori R. Turner has issued a public notice that a quorum of the Carteret County Board of Commissioners may be present Friday, March 31 and April 3, for a tour of the new opera...

Carteret County DSS recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 28, 2023) – April is National Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month, a time when child wellness and child welfare organizations across North Carolina, and the nation, elevate the importance of creating systems and programs that put ...

Carteret County to start reviewing property tax value appeals in April

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 24, 2023) – The Carteret County Board of Equalization and Review will convene on Monday, April 3 at 9 a.m. The meeting will be held in room 217 on the second floor of the Carteret County Courthouse. The courthouse is located at ...

Carteret County hosts rabies vaccination clinic in Morehead City

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 23, 2023) – Carteret County Animal Control will hold its next rabies vaccination clinic from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April, 15. The clinic will take place in the parking lot of the Carteret County Health Department, 3820 B...

Free SCAM JAM event aims to help older adults recognize fraud, deceptions

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 22, 2023) – Carteret County Aging Services, in partnership with Carteret County Friends of Aging, is hosting a Scam Jam on March 31 at the Leon Mann, Jr. Enrichment Center, 3820 Galantis Drive, Morehead City. 

The sessio...

Friends of Aging dinner dance March 25 to have ‘Roaring ‘20s’ theme

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 17, 2023) – On Saturday, March 25, Carteret County Friends of Aging, in partnership with Carteret County Aging Services and the Leon Mann, Jr. Enrichment Center, is hosting its annual dinner and dance fundraiser from 6...

Carteret County receives monetary donation to benefit local foster children

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 16, 2023) – This week, Jim Dandy Convenience Stores and Coca-Cola Consolidated presented a $5,000 donation to Carteret County Department of Social Services (DSS) to support local foster care programs. Executives of Jim Dandy and ...

Carteret County celebrates March as National Nutrition Month

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 7, 2023) – March is National Nutrition Month, and the theme for this year is “Fuel for the Future.” National Nutrition Month is an annual education campaign sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The goal o...

StarLab Planetarium coming to Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (March 2, 2023) – Carteret County Public Library System is hosting the StarLab mobile planetarium during the months of March and April.

StarLab is an inflatable, portable planetarium that uses a projector to display images on ...

10AM WEDNESDAY: Law enforcement to share details on drug trafficking arrests

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck, along with Craven County Sheriff Chip Hughes and District Attorney Scott Thomas will be hosting a press conference, Wednesday March 1st, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the Carteret County Courthouse...

DDF: Delta Dental Foundation Awards Nearly $150K in Community Oral Health Grants

RALEIGH, NC: The Delta Dental Foundation (DDF), the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of North Carolina (DDNC), recently awarded $148,728 to 39 North Carolina nonprofits under the Smiles for Kids program.

Comprehensive Transportation Plan public information meeting March 7

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (February 23, 2023) – The County of Carteret will be hosting a Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) public information meeting on Tuesday, March 7, from 5:30-7 p.m. at Fort Benjamin Park, 100 McQueen Ave., Newport, NC 28570.

The meet...

ANNOUNCEMENT: Public Notice of possible quorum

PUBLIC NOTICE: February 23, 2023

Carteret County Clerk to the Board of Commissioners Lori R. Turner has issued a public notice that a quorum of the Carteret County Board of Commissioners may be present Friday, Feb. 24, for a tour of the Trades Program at E...

Comprehensive Transportation Plan public information meeting February 28

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (February 14, 2023) – The County of Carteret will be hosting a Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) public information meeting on Tuesday, February 28, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the County Board of Elections Office, 1702 Live Oak St., Bea...

Carteret Co. Courthouse will light up blue in memory of Down East Plane Crash victims

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (February 10, 2023) – Carteret County’s Historic Courthouse Cupola will be illuminated in blue beginning at sunset Friday evening in memory of the Down East residents who died in a plane crash near Drum Inlet as they were comi...

Juvenile Crime Prevention Council seeks proposals for at-risk youth programs

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (February 10, 2023) – The Carteret County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is seeking proposals from organizations interested in providing a prevention and early intervention program for delinquent and at-risk youth for the sta...

Comprehensive Transportation Plan public information meeting January 31

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The County of Carteret will host a Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) public information meeting on Tuesday, January 31, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Western Park Community Center, 275 Old NC-58, Cedar Point, NC 28584.

The meeting wil...

Carteret County Board of Commissioners Take Oath of Office, Elect Chair & Vice-Chair

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (December 6, 2022) – Re-elected Commissioners Chris Chadwick, Mark Mansfield, and Chuck Shinn, and newly-elected Commissioner David Quinn took the oath of office on December 5 during the Carteret County Board of Commissioners...

Friends of the Carteret County Public Library to hold book sale

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (December 2, 2022) – The Friends of the Carteret County Public Library will hold its annual book sale from December 8 to 10, at the Main Carteret County Public Library branch located at 1702 Live Oak Street, Suite 10...

Carteret County Health Department reminds residents to get their flu shot

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (December 1, 2022) – The Carteret County Health Department (CCHD) is reminding the public to get a flu shot as soon as possible to protect themselves and their communities from flu.

While it is ideal to get a flu shot before flu starts s...

Sheriff’s Office swearing-in ceremony slated for Monday

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (December 1, 2022) – Carteret County Sheriff Asa B. Buck, III will take the oath of office at 9 a.m. Monday in a public ceremony at the Carteret County Courthouse in Beaufort.

Retired Chief Resident Superior Court Judge John E...

Carteret County to begin accepting low-income energy assistance program (LIEAP) applications Dec. 1

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (December 1, 2022) – Carteret County will begin accepting applications for LIEAP, the annual energy assistance program, for adults who are at least 60 years old or disabled on Dec. 1, 2022.

The LIEAP, or Low-Income Energy Assistance Prog...

Drug arrest in local retailer’s parking lot

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 23, 2022) – A Newport man was arrested in the parking lot of a local retailer following a report of possible drug activity Tuesday, November 22.

Carteret County Sheriff’s Office Crime Suppression U...

Sheriff Asa Buck offers tips for safe shopping during the holiday season

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 22, 2022) – As the Christmas holiday approaches, Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck urges citizens to shop safely.

“The holiday season is right around the corner and shoppers are crowding malls and discount stores to buy the lat...

Child Welfare Program Manager Completes Leadership Program

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 22, 2022) – Carteret County Department of Social Services Child Welfare Program manager Kody W. Krebs successfully completed the Leading for Results program at the UNC School of Government as a Local Government Federa...

Carteret County Health Department Accredited with Honors

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (November 21, 2022) – The Carteret County Health Department (CCHD) has successfully completed a review process to maintain state accreditation and has achieved honors designation through the North Carolina Local Health Department Accred...

Carteret County hosting medication disposal on Oct. 29

Carteret County, NC (October 21, 2022) – The Carteret County Sheriff’s Office joins law enforcement agencies and partners across the county for the semi-annual Operation Medicine Drop drug take-back event on October 29.

Residents are encouraged to drop off...

Carteret County to launch ‘Operation Green Light’ to support Carteret County Veterans

CARTERET COUNTY, NC (October 21, 2022) – In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, the Carteret County Board of Commissioners unanimously passed a resolution on Monday to participate in a new program to recognize the men and women in uniform who ar...

Carteret County Sheriff’s Office offers Halloween safety tips

Carteret County, NC (October 21, 2022) – With Halloween just around the corner, the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office urges everyone to be vigilant about staying safe during the holiday.

“With the excitement of Halloween taking over, it can sometimes be eas...

One-stop early voting to begin October 20

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – One-stop absentee voting for the 2022 statewide general election begins in Carteret County on Thursday, October 20, running through Saturday, November 5. Voters may vote at any of the three locations located around Carteret County.

Th...

Flu shots available at Health Department

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Health Department is now offering the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine to the general public at the health department clinic, 3820-A Bridges Street in Morehead City. Flu shots will be given at the immunization cli...

Carteret County Emergency Services tracking Hurricane Ian

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County Emergency Services is closely monitoring the track of Hurricane Ian as it makes its way towards the Gulf Coast of Florida. After landfall in Florida, Ian is expected to continue northeastward through Thursday night an...

Carteret County launches free service to help residents fight property fraud

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County now has a Recording Notification Service (RNS) that notifies county property owners when a real estate document has been recorded in their name with the Register of Deeds Office. 

Members of the publi...

Local volunteers needed for ‘International Coastal Cleanup’ in Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Litter Free Land and Sea is partnering with the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, Carteret County Government, and the towns of Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, and Pine Knoll Shores for a beach cleanup during International Coas...

Free drop-off for hazardous household items: Saturday, September 24

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Solid Waste Division is encouraging Carteret County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste coll...

Carteret County to host Narcan trainings and community forums on opioid abuse

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County Health and Human Services (CCHHS), in partnership with Carteret County Emergency Services (CCES) and the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), will host three Opioid Overdose and Narcan Education trainings in Septe...

CCSO increases reward for information on Atlantic double-murder investigation

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has increased their reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the deaths of Phillip Raymond Fulcher, 59, and William D...

10AM THURSDAY: Sheriff Buck to provide update on Atlantic double-murder investigation

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Sheriff Asa Buck will be hosting a press conference, Thursday September 8^th, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Carteret County Courthouse to provide an update on the Atlantic double-murder investigation and announce an increase in reward mon...

Individuals now eligible for new Bivalent COVID-19 vaccination

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice’s (ACIP) recommendation for use of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, Bivalent, for use as a single bo...

September is National Preparedness Month

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – September is National Preparedness Month (NPM), the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) annual preparedness outreach event sponsored by FEMA’s Ready Campaign. The County of Carteret and Carteret County Emergency Services urg...

September is time to get a free library card

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – September is National Library Card Sign-up Month, and the Carteret County Public Library System is encouraging Carteret County residents to sign up for free library cards.

During Library Card Sign-up Month, Carteret County Public Libr...

Free tarp giveaway at Carteret County convenience site September 10

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – In an effort to reduce the amount of roadside litter and debris, Litter Free Land and Sea, in partnership with Tractor Supply Co. of Morehead City, will be giving away tarps to residents to secure their truck and trailer loads. The p...

Sheriff Asa Buck offers tips for a safe Labor Day weekend

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – With the approach of the Labor Day weekend, Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck asks all citizens to join him in making this Labor Day holiday period a happy and enjoyable one for all.

Traditionally during the Labor Day holiday, our high...

Carteret County Sheriff’s Office offers back-to-school safety tips

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – As summer days are waning and the start of school is fast approaching, the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office is reminding the community of several tips to help keep kids safe as they travel to and from school.

Every day millions of stu...

County Attorney Claud “Rob” Wheatly, III recognized for 50 years of practicing law

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County attorney and Wheatly Law Group managing partner Claud “Rob” Wheatly, III reached a milestone this summer when he completed 50 years of practicing law. In those 50 years, Wheatly, III has spent over 30 years serving as...

Law enforcement to conduct active shooter training at West Carteret High School

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), in partnership with Carteret Community College and Carteret County Public School System, will conduct a multi-agency active shooter training drill on Tuesday, July 26 a...

Dr. Randall Williams named interim director of Carteret County Health and Human Services

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – After a thorough nationwide search, Carteret County has hired Randall Williams, M.D. to lead its Health and Human Services Department. He will serve as Interim Consolidated Health and Human Services Director for the county’s largest ...

Carteret County and National Weather Service to Host Hurricane Preparedness Forum

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County Emergency Services Director Stephen Rea will be joined by Erik Heden, the National Weather Service’s local Warning Coordination Meteorologist, for a Hurricane Preparedness Forum at 6 p.m. on Monday, ...

Health Department reminds parents of back-to-school vaccinations, health assessment requirements

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – While it seems that the school year just ended, the Carteret County Health Department reminds parents of school age and college-bound students not to wait until the last minute for back-to-school immunizations.

The North Caro...

New county board of elections member sworn in

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Board of Elections has a new member. Lucia M. Bond, a Democrat and a resident of Carteret County most of her life, was sworn in by Carteret County Clerk of Court Ken Raper during a Wednesday morning cere...

Candidate filing for Harkers Island Sanitary District

Candidate filing for Harkers Island Sanitary District will begin at noon on Friday, July 1 and end at noon on Friday, July 15 at the Carteret County Board of Elections, 1702 Live Oak Street, Suite 200, Beaufort.

Candidates must be at least 21 years old, a ...

Sheriff Asa Buck offers tips for a safe July 4th weekend

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – With the July 4^th weekend approaching, Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck asks all citizens to join him in making this Fourth of July holiday happy, enjoyable and safe for everyone.

Carteret County citizens should remember that firework...

Carteret County Sheriff’s Office advises motorists to drive safe during Independence Day weekend

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – With the approach of the July 4^th weekend, Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck asks all citizens to join him in making this Fourth of July holiday period a happy and enjoyable one for all.

Traditionally during the July 4^th Holiday, our h...

COVID-19 vaccines now available for children ages 6 months and older

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Children as young as six months can receive pediatric doses of the COVID-19 vaccine immediately following approval by the Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and the North Carolina Department of Health...

Carteret County Deputy Sheriff of the Year Announced

NEW BERN, NC – Sgt. Shane Wells was honored as the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sheriff of the Year by the Coastal Carolina Taxpayers Association (CCTA) ‘Back the Blue’ program.

The CCTA annually honors ou...

Carteret County Public Library System returning to in-person summer reading programs

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – After two years of hosting online and hybrid reading programs because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Carteret County in-person summer reading programs are making a comeback.

The Carteret County Public Library System is launching its annual...

Candidate Filing for Carteret County Soil and Water Conservation District

Candidate filing for Carteret County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor will begin at noon on Monday, June 13 and end at noon on Friday, July 1 at the Carteret County Board of Elections, 1702 Live Oak Street, Suite 200, Beaufort.

Candidates mu...

Carteret County Public Library welcomes back in-person programs

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Public Library System is pleased to announce that in-person programs have returned at all five library branches. While some events may still contain a virtual component, there are many programs which will return t...

Carteret County Aging Services provide fans to seniors to beat the heat

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County Aging Services is helping Carteret County seniors cool off through ‘Operation Fan Heat Relief.’

The county is using money from Duke Energy to provide free fans to Carteret County residents...

Radio Island beach access to open Friday

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – On Friday, May 27, Carteret County Government will reopen Radio Island beach
access. Gates will open to the public at 8 a.m.

In March, Radio Island beach access was temporarily closed for visitor use for dredging maintenanc...

Carteret County hosts rabies vaccination clinic in Morehead City

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County Animal Control will hold its next rabies vaccination clinic from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, May, 14. The clinic will take place in the parking lot of the Carteret County Health Department, 3820 Bridges Street, #A,...

Carteret County urges residents to update emergency plans and kits

One-Stop Early Voting starts Thursday

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – One-stop absentee voting for the 2022 statewide primary begins in Carteret County on Thursday, April 28, running through Saturday, May 14. Voters may vote at any of the three locations located around Carteret County.

The three locatio...

Carteret County to host hazardous waste drop-off event: Saturday, April 30

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Solid Waste Division is encouraging Carteret County residents to dispose of unwanted household hazardous materials in a safe and environmentally conscious way at an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste recy...

Spring prescription drug take back event ‘Pills Can Kill’ announced

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – On Saturday, April 30, 2022, Carteret County law enforcement agencies will hold the spring “Pills Can Kill” prescription drug take back event.

This one-day event will make it convenient for the public to rid their homes of potentially...

County debuts anti-litter campaign, ‘Litter Free Land and Sea’

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County is launching its “Litter Free Land and Sea” comprehensive litter campaign to address the ongoing litter issue within the county. The campaign is a county-led initiative designed to support volunteer cleanups, facilita...

Pinwheel Garden to raise child abuse awareness in Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – As part of National Child
Abuse Prevention Month, Carteret County Department ofSocial Services, Carteret Children’s Advocacy Center, and
Carteret County Guardian ad Litem Program will plant apinwheel garden on the grounds of th...

Carteret County celebrates National Library Week April 3 – 9

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – April 3-9, 2022 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. During this week, Carteret County Public Library Sys...

Carteret County Announces New Library Director

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County officials are
pleased to announce the hiring of Jeanne Holmgren as the newLibrary Director for Carteret County Public Library System.

Holmgren has over 15 years of library experience and began her library career as ...

Radio Island beach access scheduled to temporarily close for dredging project

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The County of
Carteret will temporarily close the public beachaccess on Radio Island for visitor use
beginning Monday, March 28, 2022, fordredging maintenance of East Taylor’s Creek
by T. D. Eure Marine Con...

Carteret County Detention Center adopts new digital mailing system for inmate mail

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Beginning Monday, April 4, Carteret County Sheriff’s Office will transition to a digital version of all non-legal inmate mail. The new system is the result of a partnership with Pay Tel Communications, CCSO&rs...

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – September is National Library Card Sign-up Month, and the Carteret County Public Library System is encouraging Carteret County residents to sign up for free library cards. 

During Library Card Sign-up Month...

Carteret County clerk to the board of county commissioners to retire

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – After over six years of service to the County of
Carteret, Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners Rachel Hammer hasdecided to retire from her position effective November 30, 2021.

During her time as county clerk, Ha...

Carteret County Sheriff’s Office offers back-to-school safety tips

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – As summer days are waning and the start of school is fast approaching, the Carteret County
Sheriff’s Office is reminding the community of several tips to help keep kids safe as they travel to and from school.

Ev...

Health officials advocate for caution after fox tests positive for rabies

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – After two fox bites, Carteret County Animal Control is encouraging the public
to take precautions and avoid interacting with wildlife.

The first incident occurred on the morning of Friday, July 23. Officers responded to a...

Carteret County Sheriff’s Office set to host North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Conference

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association (NCSA) annual business conference will be held in Atlantic Beach beginning July 24. Sheriffs and law enforcement personnel from across the state will meet to talk about key issues facing law e...

Carteret County recertified as Coast Guard Community

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The county of Carteret has been recertified as a Coast Guard Community by the United States Coast Guard. This is the second time Carteret County has been designated a Coast Guard Community. Carteret County first received the designat...

Carteret County reports 59th confirmed COVID-19 death

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Health Department regrets to inform that the county
received the report of a confirmed COVID-19 death of a Carteret County resident. The resident was in their70s, had pre-existing medical conditions, ...

Health Department reminds parents of back-to-school vaccinations, health assessment requirements

CARTERET COUNTY, NC –The Carteret County Health Department reminds parents of school age and college-bound
students to check with your child’s doctor or the Health Department to make sure all required and recommendedvaccines are up ...

Carteret County Tax Office to begin 2024 revaluation field work

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – On July 1, 2021, the Carteret County Tax Office will begin the required general revaluation process that includes site visits of all county properties prior to the January 1, 2024 revaluation effective date. Site visits wil...

Sheriff Asa Buck offers tips for a safe July 4th weekend

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – With the July 4th weekend approaching, Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck asks all citizens to join him in making this Fourth of July holiday happy, enjoyable and safe for everyone.

Carteret County citizens should remember that firework...

Sheriff Asa Buck offers tips for a safe July 4th weekend

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – With the approach of the July 4th weekend, Carteret County Sheriff Asa Buck asks all citizens to join him in making this Fourth of July holiday period a happy and enjoyable one for all.

Traditionally during the July 4th Holiday, our h...

Interim Director named for Crystal Coast Economic Development

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Effective July 1, 2021, Michele
Querry will serve as the interim director for Crystal CoastEconomic Development after the departure of the current director,
Don Kirkman.

After three-and-a-half-years of overseeing Carte...

Carteret County reports 58th confirmed COVID-19 death

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Health Department regrets to inform that the county
received the report of a confirmed COVID-19 death of a Carteret County resident. The resident was in their40s, had pre-existing medical conditions, and died f...

Carteret County cancels Thursday COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics at former Kmart location

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Health officials with the Carteret County Health Department have canceled the
upcoming COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics scheduled for Thursdays throughout the month of June at theformer Kmart building in Morehead City. ...

COVID-19 vaccine clinic at The Bridge Downeast on June 23

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – The Carteret County Health Department will host a free COVID-19 vaccine
clinic at The Bridge Downeast, located at 1344 Island Road, Harkers Island.

The vaccine clinic will be Wednesday, June 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m....

Cutting-Edge Research in Beaufort Detects Elevated Levels of COVID-19 in Wastewater

BEAUFORT, NC – In the past two weeks, testing through the North Carolina Wastewater Monitoring Network has found increasing levels of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID19, in wastewater from the Town of Beaufort. The wastewater treatment pl...

Carteret County Hires New Public Information Officer

CARTERET COUNTY, NC – Carteret County is excited to
introduce Nick Wilson as the County’s new PublicInformation Officer (PIO). Wilson began work at the
County Administration Office on Monday, June 7, 2021.

In this role, Wilson wil...