County of Carteret issued the following announcement on Jan. 30.
Today we remember Beaufort native, Capt. Michael John Smith U.S. Navy, and the six other astronauts who were killed 37 years ago when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds after take off.
“Sometimes, when we reach for the stars, we fall short. But we must pick ourselves up again and press on despite the pain.”— President Ronald Reagan after the disaster.
Original source can be found here.
Morehead City is looking for a new member for its Planning Board after Nathan Chambers joined the City Council. Applications are open until May 17, with details available on the city’s website.
Morehead City has announced permanent traffic changes on S. 8th Street beginning May 13. The entire street will become one way northbound after roadwork is completed this week.
Carteret County Senior Services will host a free Shred-a-Thon for residents aged 50 and older on May 16 in Morehead City. The event aims to help prevent identity theft among seniors by offering secure document shredding.
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