RALEIGH, NC Feb. 14, 2013 — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has set the schedule for the regional Youth Hunter Education Skills Tournaments, marking the 35th year for the popular statewide shooting sports events. The Commission will conduct nine district-level competitions in March, with hundreds of middle school and high school students taking part: March 2, Alamance Wildlife Club near Graham, Alama ...

WASHINGTON, NC Feb. 13, 2013 — Indiana wildlife artist Jeffrey Klinefelter has taken top honors in the 2013 N.C. Waterfowl Conservation Stamp and Print Competition with his vivid portrayal of a pair of Northern shovelers sitting along the water’s edge. The painting, which is a mixed media of opaque watercolor and acrylic, will become the image on what is commonly referred to as the North Carolina duck stamp ...

ROANOKE ISLAND - The Elizabeth II, whose home port is Roanoke Island Festival Park, will set sail for Washington, N.C. on Tuesday, October 23, to join in the celebration of the annual event, Smoke on the Water. The 16th Century representative ship will arrive in Washington late Thursday morning, October 25, and will be at K Dock on the Washington waterfront. The first full day, October 26, will be devoted t ...

WASHINGTON—The North Carolina Symphony, under the baton of Resident Conductor William Henry Curry, honors a pair of remarkable milestones late next month, as the orchestra’s 80th Anniversary Season includes a concert to commemorate Beaufort County ...

“I’m Safe” feature lets people alert their loved ones with a push of a button Eastern NC, August 1, 2012 — The American Red Cross today launched its official Hurricane App, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in or who visit hurricane prone areas. This free app is the second in a series to be created by the American Red Cross, the nation’s leader in emergency preparedness, f ...

Many Repairs to Roads from Hurricane Already Complete RALEIGH, N.C. (Sept. 20, 2011) - The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has repaired some damages from Hurricane Irene to coastal game lands, and is working to repair others in time for hunting seasons. Crews have removed fallen trees and debris blocking roads leading into most game lands, so hunters should have access. However, drivers should take cauti ...

GREENVILLE, N.C. --- The eighth-annual "Ride With The Voice" motorcycle excursion will roll on Sept. 17 with all proceeds benefiting the Heather Anne Purtee Memorial Scholarship at the East Carolina University School of Nursing. The reverse Texas Hold-em motorcycle poker run, hosted by "Voice of the Pirates" Jeff Charles will commence at 10 a.m. at Ron Ayers Motorsports in Greenville. Registration begins at ...

Powerhouse Classical Music Lineup Opens Series in Southern Pines, Fayetteville, Wilmington and New Bern, Sept. 15-18 RALEIGH, N.C.—Schubert never heard the nickname given to his “Great” C-Major Symphony. In fact, he never heard a performance of the symphony, but next month, North Carolinians across the state can. The North Carolina Symphony launches multi-concert series in four North Carolina communities wi ...

Wilmington, NC: Michael DiMartino and Scott Britt have teamed up to bring talent, big hearts and a worthy cause together. In the Fall of 2010, Michael DiMartino donated his Harley Davidson, purchased a Champion Trike Kit and Scott Britt donated his talent, paint skills and the Britt Hotrodz Labor team to the project. The plan, is to attend military based events such as Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Rally in Wa ...

Bonner's Point, May 6, 2011 - Bath Fest is just around the corner.  On Saturday May 14th from 11 am until 4 pm, visitors to Bath will have extra-special fun!  Held on Bonner’s Point in Historic Bath amid tall pines and fresh breezes, Bath Fest invites families and friends to enjoy a day of music, art, and entertainment that recalls the small-town atmosphere of yesteryear. Historic Bath will host art and cra ...