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Newspaper
Sun Journal
Location
New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 2020
Page
1
The Sun Journal reports on Sears Hometown Store at New Bern Mall and Stingray Cafe on S Front Street as they navigate the coronavirus downturn. Owner Keith Chappell notes online sales dominate with sales down overall, yet no layoffs yet though hours are reduced.
A 17 year old male, stepson of victim Steven Morland, is charged with an open count of murder in the Harlowe case at 29 Clubfoot Creek Road. He shot Morland and his brother was injured. Detained in juvenile facility, awaiting next hearing April 16 before possible transfer to superior court after investigation.
Craven Arts Council pivots to virtual tours and online exhibits at Bank of the Arts and Community Artist Gallery. Tryon Palace offers virtual tours while the New Bern Convention and Visitors Bureau hosts a Scavenger Hunt with a prize. Several events, including Second Servings for Empty Bowls, are rescheduled or canceled.
Graham County in North Carolina with 8,500 residents and two ambulances has declared a Go Away travel restriction to keep non residents out. County manager Rebecca Garland cites distance to hospitals and limited emergency services as key factors amid a motorist heavy region on Tail of the Dragon US 129. Dare County has reported one COVID-19 case while Craven County declines to join.
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