I remember driving past a place on the side of the road ( I think off rte 70) that sold these wooden Xmas decorations like the grinch and elves. He also sells produce and I think some puppies in the back. It's driving me crazy! Anyone know where I'm talking about?

Just curious, I have a relative that works at the Walmart in NewBern and they say it’s swamped all the time. And that’s it’s unbearable on holidays like today. I’m from there and I can’t believe that in all the time I’ve been alive they haven’t built another one. Just being nosey and wondering if there’s a legitimate reason there is only one, my guess is that no matter where they put a second one it would be too close to the first.

It's sickening that the general assembly of NC wants to tie a power grab to the hurricane relief bill. Remember florence? How mad would you be if they did this then? This shouldn't be about republican or democrat, this is about getting funding to those who desperately need it.

The NC General Assembly voted to strip powers (including those found in the state constitution) from incoming Democratic state office holders. Gov. Cooper has vetoed the bill and the GA will vote to override this veto next week.

"Rep. Mark Pless, R-Haywood, told Blue Ridge Public Radio that he couldn't vote for the bill because the "disaster relief" title was inaccurate, and the complex nature of the legislation meant he couldn't explain the action to constituents."

Contact your GA rep

Link to WUNC article

Hey, as a fairly frequent visitor to NB, I would like to see the train run through down town.
Anyone have any idea when the "street" train moves through downtown?

Does anyone know of any hobby classes in New Bern or around New Bern? Crafting, cooking, dancing, Zumba, any type of unique classes. I’m willing to go as far as Jacksonville!

Does anybody know a place around here that processes deer and/or bears? The closest place I have found is in Greenville. TIA

Anyone know of a free gun range in New Bern or very close by? I read people may shoot at the Neuse River game lands but not sure if that’s true. I’m sick of driving to my friends in Beaufort county every time I want to shoot. Currently I’m in an apt so until I get my own land just looking for anywhere really.

Any insights would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Can anybody recommend a primary care physician for my husband? Would like to get in in December or January. He has Medicare and a supplement and prefers to see a male doctor. Thank you.

Hey all!

My wife and I just moved back to NC after spending a few years out in CO. She’s an esthetician and just opened her own spot called Beholder Aesthetics in New Bern (located in the Estheva Spa). Right now she’s offering 20% off services for first-time clients.

Thought I’d drop her link here in case anyone’s been looking for the following services:

• Full body waxing
• Face waxing
• Brow Tints & Lamination
• Lash Lifts & Tint

You can see more about her services and experience on her website :)

https://beholderaesthetics.com/

Will be going to NB for a funeral and I might have to get a taxi from the airport to my Dad's house. Problem is that the flight is scheduled to arrive at 10 pm on Wednesday night and I am wondering how easy it will be to get a taxi at that time. Should I book one in advance? Or can I get one when I arrive? Would it be better to rent a car from the airport and is that even an option? As I recall, most of the town shuts down around that time and taxis are not easy to find so I am a bit worried.

Looking for some venues and events to see local bands in the area. I'm not looking for cover bands playing at bars, but local rock shows and underground music, or dance clubs etc. Thanks.

My husband & I are relocating to NB and trying to decide between 2 houses One is an older home that needs a bit of work in Taberna and the other is a smaller new construction in the CColours Thoughts on which neighborhood to choose - value, social aspect, etc We are retired and don’t know anyone in the area Appreciate for any insight you can provide

This is the first of many posts that I would like to make to spread these forms around. The following links are community interest forms I have written for building a rock climbing gym in eastern NC. The only required question is "Are you interested in joining a rock climbing gym." I put the survey description below the links. My goal is to give concrete evidence of interest to established rock climbing gyms in hopes of convincing them to build a gym closer to the area in question. Feel free to post any suggestions, I honestly have no idea what I'm doing.

Please spread this around if this is something that interests you as well.

https://forms.gle/4Dk8km7AytN3zFxM8

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3J8KFR6

B.L.U.F.: Gauging community interest for a rock climbing gym in the Morehead City - New Bern - Jacksonville area. Results of survey to be delivered to parties of interest, such as Triangle Rock Club, Wilmington Rock Gym, and others. Suggestions welcome.

In the eastern NC area, there is an apparent lack of rock climbing gyms. I know of many people who travel all the way from New Bern to Wilmington just to go to the rock climbing gym there. Other than that, there is a small climbing gym at Camp Lejeune (with varying reports as to the quality) that is only available to those with the ability to get on the base. There is no climbing gym to service the people and families of New Bern, Havelock, Morehead City, Cape Carteret, Swansboro, or Jacksonville, unless they are willing to travel to Wilmington, Raleigh, or Fayetteville. Additionally, Washington and Greenville are very populous areas, including East Carolina University, who would also benefit from a climbing gym nearby. 

When I lived in Raleigh, I was a frequent visitor to Triangle Rock Club’s campuses in Raleigh and Durham. It is a great social sport and a great workout. Rock climbing gyms also appear to have popular kid’s programs, such as for school breaks or after-school programs. I believe, between the communities in New Bern, Cherry Point, Morehead City, Lejeune, and New River, a rock climbing gym would be a booming business here. The gyms in the area are always overcrowded with people, so there is already a large fitness community. 

There are many empty buildings around the area that would be a good retrofit for a rock climbing gym. Examples include a former Lidl in Havelock on Highway 70 across from Walmart. And a former Kroger (I think) across the street from Publix on S Glenburnie Road. I have not looked much beyond the areas I frequent for abandoned buildings, but I am certain there are more. 

Note: this is a personal survey for purely selfish reasons. I want a rock gym so badly that I am willing to go to great lengths to find someone to build one, and I emailed Triangle Rock Club a couple of years back about this topic with no response. Maybe a couple hundred interested people will get their attention. I am not experienced with petitions or surveys or even with making a google form in the first place. I set it up so that it can be anonymous if desired. I really just want enough people to say yes so that my next email to Triangle Rock Club (or similar party) will pack a punch. Wish me luck. 

Does anybody have any recommendations for an excellent home inspector that is very critical and detailed when looking at homes?

Hey new neighbors - this is our first Halloween in New Bern, and I was spoiled spoiled in our old home in terms of community Halloween events. I haven't been able to (edit - **lock) down the equivalent here by internet searching - is there a special neighborhood or street where everybody (incl. kids) goes to hang out and trick or treat? Do you just kind of pick your location? If my kids stay on my street outside of downtown, will people be home and participating?

Thanks for your thoughts guys.

Looking for recommendations for a good cancer doctor that accepts Medicare around the hospital.

I unexpectedly got a mail saying that I missed a payment of $8 (I was moving out so I didn't owe much) for the month of June. My dumb a** checked this mail late (I hardly check my mail since all my bills are electronic), so as a result I'm being sent collections and it will come off my tax refund according to the letter.

However, I checked my bank account, turns out I paid $30 for the month of June (I remember I made this payment over the phone with a utility rep). But when I check my bill online, it says I owe $8 rather than $30 which is confusing me. And yes, I verified that $30 is not a bill for any other addresses and that the times match too.

What are my options here? Has this happen to anyone? I'll give them a call tomorrow when they open.

I don’t have a boat so I’ve been limited to shore/pier/kyak fishing. But I’ve been having weeks of skunking out. I keep hearing things get better in the fall when Red’s start to run, but then I also hear people saying that the fishing is very weird/bad this year. Anyone know what the deal is? Also, if anyone has any recommendations for fishing spots, fresh or saltwater is both great. I live around Fairfield so anything around there would be great.

My family is currently looking for a new home for our German Shepherd as we are unable to train him and he has started to become very lazy and sad. We want to find a family that has ample money and space to train and take care of him. He is sometimes aggressive towards strangers but has never seriously bitten anyone before. He still has the teething and jumping habits of a puppy. I've been sitting on this decision for a long time but procrastination and my love for him has gotten in the way. Send me a message for more information and thank you.

Does anyone know if the forest road that turns off Holston Hunter Trail to Great Lake in the Croatan Forest is open yet? I’ve been trying it every few months but still blocked and under reconstruction after Florence.

Thanks!

home that we bought came with a fountain in the backyard. It is not working properly - I have tried futzing with it ,but not getting anywhere. Recommendations requested please.....TIA

Looking to get a taxi/uber/lyft late at night from airport? Likely availability? Only a 6.5-mile drive into town. Ubers and Lyfts readily available late night from the airport?

My partner and I are touring a home close to downtown next week (moving spring 2025) and I'd like to get my bangs re-shaped while I'm there. Any hairstylist recommendations, specifically someone who has an eye for haircuts? Someone who specializes in alternative haircuts would be even better, however, I'm not picky. Thanks!

We found a small purse/wallet at Mumfest today. Had some cash and a Debit card. We waited around the spot for awhile and I asked a couple of folks. No luck. I tried to call the bank # on the debit card and couldn’t reach a person. I turned it into the city manager and chief of police at their booth by city hall. Call the police department or city.

I’m looking to get my first tattoo with some Stoic themes. I’d like an artist how is willing to work with me on what I want.

Looking for recommendations on an artist who I can commission to help design and then do the tattoo.