Peak flu season prompts vaccines and caution in NC
The North Carolina flu season runs from Sept 30 to May 18 with mid winter peaks. Even healthy people can suffer a week or more as immune systems wane. Since Jan 17 deaths rose in NC to 18 of 52 total through Feb 2, many cases go undiagnosed. officials urge vaccination and staying home to curb spread. See FLU, A4.
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Craven to mull pet fees and subdivision plan approval
Craven County officials plan to cut pet adoption fees to boost adoptions and review a Quail Woods subdivision proposal by Planning Director Don Baumgardner. Harrelson seeks budget amendments of 20757 for maternity child health and 12397 for Healthy Mother Healthy Child funds to Craven County Health Department. Quail Woods, off Sparrow Drive in New Bern, has 10 lots on 9.12 acres served by First Craven Sanitary District.
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New Bern considers Ban the Box employment policy
Aldermen backed a plan to remove criminal history questions from initial job applications and move them to after interviews. City Attorney Davis to draft a formal policy for March 26 review, with Mayor Outlaw and supporters urging adoption. Local advocates from The Southern Coalition for Social Justice aided the push.
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Optimistic Outlook for Maysville as Bypass Opens
Maysville officials and residents view the U.S. 17 bypass as reducing through traffic and creating opportunities. A 14,000 vehicles per day study shows current flow while town leaders plan to attract homeowners and tourists, with manager Schumana Brown expressing optimism for growth. The town remains a key gas stop between Jacksonville and New Bern and hopes signage improves access.
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