PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — As the U.S.-Iranian conflict continues, gas prices continue to soar in the country. Eastern North Carolina has seen some of the highest prices since 2022, with gas at some locations going up twenty cents a gallon overnight. “We’ll get through this, I don’t think it will be a tremendous devastation…

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — If you live in Greenville or have attended East Carolina University then you have definitely heard of this family. The Brody family has made a name for themselves in North Carolina in the past few decades. However, their legacy started much earlier. According to Harold J. Brody MD in an article…

PLYMOUNTH, N.C. (WNCT) — Plymouth Councilman Danny Wobbleton has passed away. Mayor Crystal Davis announced on social media. She served alongside him and said she personally witnessed his dedication, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the residents of Ward II and the Town of Plymouth.

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — What’s happening in Eastern North Carolina for Easter weekend? Have an upcoming event? Email newsdesk@wnct.com. You can also find and include events on our WNCT Community Calendar.

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Gas prices nationwide have hit the highest price in four years, and it’s starting to have a big impact on people in eastern North Carolina. According to Patrick De Haan, a GasBuddy Petroleum Analyst, prices are up $1.16 over the last four weeks, a record for the largest four-week increase. While…

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The City of Jacksonville has been making downtown improvements with the revitalization of Newbridge Street, but as they begin work on Court Street, it could mean the removal of some iconic bricks used to pave the roadway. Businesses on Court Street have said they’re worried that the removal of the bricks…

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WNCT) — Morehead City Council voted to start an application process to fill their vacant council seat and hire a professional firm to find a new city manager. In a 3-2 vote the council decided to create an application to fill the seat left open after Lee Stiles became mayor. Stiles takes…

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The Pitt County Sheriff’s Office said that deputies found two Hispanic males dead in a Greenville residence. Deputies and EMS responded a report of two males not breathing at 1904 Redman Avenue on March 30, and upon arrival, it was determined that the men were deceased, according to the Sheriff’s…

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WNCT) — Utility bills in Rocky Mount are set to increase by 15% on Wednesday, April 1. The increase was passed during a special meeting at the Rocky Mount City Hall and will affect utilities. “We still have a long way to go; we still have to go through the fiscal year…

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and canceled all burning permits statewide due to increased wildfire risk. The ban prohibits all outdoor open burning activities, including bonfires, yard vegetation, and land clearing. All previously issued burn permits have been canceled, and individuals who violate…