ENC Regional News

Construction at the Greenville Airport

Kelly Batchelor — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:58:27 +0000

The Greenville Airport is nearing the completion of a new hangar designed primarily for private planes. In response to high demand for hangar space, the Greenville Airport has begun building a $400,000 hangar to house private planes. Airport Director Jerry Vickers says that demand came almost entirely from private owners, attributing the demand in part to a lack of facilities for private planes.

Certificate Renewed for North Eastern NC Wind Farm

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:02:51 +0000

The North Carolina Utilities Commission has renewed a certificate to construct a 20,000-acre wind turbine farm in Pasquotank and Perquimans counties. The Virginian-Pilot of Norfolk, Va., reported that the project remains on hold. The commission order Tuesday says the state requires the certificate be renewed within two years of the first time the project received approval.

Carteret County Animal Shelter Failed Inspection

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:45:47 +0000

Carteret County Animal Shelter has failed their state inspection and now they’re calling on volunteers to help make repairs. Rusted fencing, corroded kennel runs, and deteriorated floors are just a few of the problems the shelter must fix by June 30th to get their license reinstated.

Local Military Base Cancels July 4th Fireworks

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:39:40 +0000

The July 4 fireworks show at Camp Lejeune is the latest victim of the federal budget cuts. The Marine Corps said Tuesday that the fireworks celebration has been canceled because of the cuts known as sequestration. Brig. Gen. Thomas Gorry said supporting the Marines, those who have been wounded and families are the top priorities. Gorry says canceling the event will allow the base to use resources for other financial challenges.

Greenville plant expansion expected to add 200 jobs

George Olsen — Wed, 08 May 2013 21:01:10 +0000

INTRO – The Governor’s Office has announced a business expansion expected to bring 200 new jobs to Greenville. George Olsen has more.

NC Sports Hall of Fame welcomes new inductees

George Olsen — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

The North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame will enshrine its 2013 inductees tonight in Raleigh. George Olsen has more.

Driving costs lower for North Carolinians in 2013

George Olsen — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:18:29 +0000

AAA Carolinas reports it will cost North Carolinians less to drive this year than last. George Olsen has more.

DNA Processing Facility Planned for Greenville

Jared Brumbaugh — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:40:20 +0000

A vacant property in Greenville could become a new DNA processing facility. Jared Brumbaugh has more.

Residential Project Underway in Greenville

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:19:25 +0000

A 30 to 35 million dollar residential project is underway on Reade Circle in Greenville. The five story building will house up to five hundred people, and includes a parking deck, a pool, courtyards, and dining. Construction crews are demolishing buildings on the 10 to 11 thousand square feet of space being used for the project. Construction will begin by early Fall of this year. Investors, Tom Taft and Jim Ward, say construction is estimated for completion in the summer of 2015.

African American Music Trail - Park Breaks Ground

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:11:49 +0000

A new music park has broken ground in Kinston and will be the centerpiece for the eight county African American Music Trail. Construction has started at the site, which is located on the corner of South Queen and Springhill streets. When finished, the music park will feature a 12-foot high by 23-foot wide sculpture documenting famous local musicians such as Maceo and Melvin Parker. Executive Director of the Kinston Community Council for the Arts Sandy Landis says the park will also have a place where musicians can perform impromptu shows.

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Litter Roundup Underway

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:00:57 +0000

The state Department of Transportation is starting a two-week project to rid North Carolina's roadsides of litter. Litter Sweep concludes April 27. Volunteers will be aided by DOT transportation crews, Adopt-A-Highway groups, N.C. Department of Public Safety inmate crews and community service workers.

New Ferry Toll Booths Installed

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:52:39 +0000

In early April, the Ferry Division of the North Carolina Department of Transportation began installing new toll booths at three ferry terminals along the Neuse and Pamlico Rivers.

Buddy Phillips Bridge construction back on track

Kelly Batchelor — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:27:25 +0000

Following a 6 month break in construction of the Buddy Phillips Bridge, the project is back on track.The 12 million dollar bridge replacement crosses the New River on US 17 business in downtown Jacksonville. The 800 foot, 4-lane bridge replacement was halted because the original contractors, Intercoastal Contracting of Castle Hayne, filed for bankruptcy. Smith-Rowe LLC is being subcontracted to finish the last leg of work.

Sequestration imposes cuts at Cape Lookout National Seashore

George Olsen — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:06:00 +0000

ECU announces all-sports conference affiliation

George Olsen — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 22:15:00 +0000