WITN - Eastern NC News & Weather - Greenville NC News, Jacksonville NC, New Bern, Washington NC, Kinston, Morehead City News
Report: Sarah Palin Announces Resignation
Last Updated: 4:17 PM 07/03/09 - The Alaska Governor made the announcement Friday.
Click for Full Story
Headlines
Sunshine On Independence Day

FILE - This undated file photo shows a close up of the Statue of Liberty. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar announced Friday, May 8, 2009 that the statue's crown will reopen on July 4 for the first time since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. (AP Photo/File) Last Updated: 9:49 PM 07/03/09 - Temperatures will be hot but there will be plenty of sunshine on Independence Day.
(Full Story)

July 4th Fireworks In Eastern Carolina
Last Updated: 8:00 PM 07/03/09 - Where should you go to celebrate the 4th? WITN is compiling a list of public fireworks in Eastern Carolina. (Full Story)
Roommate Of Suspect Charged With Rape Of Four Year-Old Talks To WITN

Last Updated: 9:29 PM 07/03/09 - A Winterville man is behind bars on a million dollar bond charged with the first degree rape of a four year-old. (Full Story)
Men Hit Harder Than Women During Recession

Last Updated: 9:46 PM 07/03/09 - The current recession is hitting workers in all industries, but men are taking the brunt, according to a national study by the Wall Street Journal. (Full Story)
 The Economy This 4th

Last Updated: 9:20 PM 07/03/09 - Some will end up grilling out, some will watch fireworks, but many visiting our coast will be beach bums all weekend.
(Full Story)
Police: You Drink And Drive..You Lose

Last Updated: 9:45 PM 07/03/09 - Police along with the highway patrol will be watching, and stopping you, this holiday weekend.
(Full Story)
UPDATED: Four NC National Guard Members Killed In Iraq

Last Updated: 8:59 PM 07/03/09 - Friday we spoke to Sergeant Bittiker's mother, Mary Wheat about the unexpected and tragic death of her son. She found out about his death Tuesday, after watching the news about the war in Iraq. (Full Story)
2 Cases Of Swine Flu Confirmed In North Carolina

Last Updated: 7:36 PM 07/03/09 - Two cases of swine flu have been confirmed in Randolph County as the virus has caused at least two summer camps to close in North Carolina. (Full Story)
 Beach Forecast For Weekend

Last Updated: 5:57 PM 07/03/09 - Beach weather will be changeable for the last half of the holiday weekend. (Full Story)
 Crash In New Bern Sends Three To Hospital

Last Updated: 4:00 PM 07/03/09 - New Bern police are investigating a traffic accident that sent three people to the hospital Thursday night. (Full Story)
Man Hospitalized After Hit By Car Thursday In New Bern

Last Updated: 3:55 PM 07/03/09 - New Bern police responded are investigating an accident involving a pedestrian on Neuse Boulevard at 9:30 Thursday night. (Full Story)
UPDATE: Children At Local Nudist Resort

Last Updated: 5:06 PM 07/03/09 - A day after our story, the pictures on the campground website showing naked kids have been removed. (Full Story)
Students Organize Anti-Violence March & Vigil In Greenville

Last Updated: 3:20 PM 07/03/09 - The Student Government Association at East Carolina University in Greenville will hold an anti-violence march and vigil next week.
(Full Story)
 Tuberculosis At North Carolina Jail

Last Updated: 3:06 PM 07/03/09 - A Brunswick County jail inmate has been diagnosed with tuberculosis. Authorities say 33 others at the jail, including two workers, have also had positive skin tests for the infectious disease. (Full Story)
Services Held Today For Victims; Reward Offered In Case

Last Updated: 9:02 PM 07/03/09 - Services are being held today for the two victims in Tuesday morning's drive-by shooting in downtown Greenville. There is a $10,000 reward for the arrest of their suspected killer. ECU students are planning an anti-violence march and vigil. (Full Story)
Toddlers Removed; Mom Arrested After Authorities Find Filthy Home

Last Updated: 9:02 AM 07/03/09 - An Onslow County animal rescue group say it alerted authorities after two foster puppies died in the home because of the heat. (Full Story)
Police: Serial Killer On Loose Near SC-NC Border

Last Updated: 2:01 PM 07/03/09 - Authorities in South Carolina say they're looking for a serial killer they believe has shot four people to death within 10 miles of each other over the past six days, about 50 miles west of Charlotte. (Full Story)
Gary Coleman's Wife Booked For Investigation Of Domestic Violence

Last Updated: 5:35 PM 07/03/09 - Police say the wife of actor Gary Coleman was booked into jail after an argument at the couple's Utah County
home.
(Full Story)
More Headlines...
Latest Blogs
  • Debate Over Jasmine Trail Nudist Resort
    There has been a fair amount of debate since my story Thursday night about the Jasmine Trail Nudist Resort that allows kids. Some of you are asking why we did this story.
  • Comment On Comments
    Commenting is not just an outlet for you to post an opinion. Our comments also allow you to ask questions, to have inspired debates and engage in civilized arguments with other witn.com visitors.
  • We Have Talent And Road Trippers Coming Your Way....
    We know that you have seen a lot of stories on Michael Jackson and if you stay tuned, Dateline NBC will have one more for you on Monday. Once we cross that hurdle we'll have the debut of Great American Road Trip on Tuesday and lots more talent auditions during the week on America's #1 summer show, America's Got Talent!
  • Michael Jackson Coverage
    Is it too much, or not enough?
  • Typical End Of June Weather Pattern
    Over the next several days, Eastern Carolina will see typical heat for the end of June and beginning of July.
All Headlines
  • Debate Over Jasmine Trail Nudist Resort
    There has been a fair amount of debate since my story Thursday night about the Jasmine Trail Nudist Resort that allows kids. Some of you are asking why we did this story.
  • Michael Jackson Coverage
    Is it too much, or not enough?
  • Texting Whiz Kids
    It seems were constantly on our kids for texting so much. It's like their fingers are attached to their phones.
  • The Summer Of The Local Festival
    This should be a great year for festivals offering inexpensive fun for families.
  • How You Can Help Save Lives
    Today is May 29th, 2009. It was one year ago today that 16 year-old Marc Dubrey Smith of Holly Ridge, Onslow County was airlifted to Children's Hospital in Greenville with a 20-percent chance to live.
News Headlines
Newsroom Notes Headlines
  • A Hot June
    Temperatures averaged above normal across eastern North Carolina during the month of June.
  • A Hot 4th Of July
    Temperatures will soar into the lower 90s as we celebrate the 4th of July in eastern North Carolina.
  • Dry Conditions Persist
    There hasn't been much rain across eastern North Carolina during the last months and dry conditions have returned to the area.
  • Typical End Of June Weather Pattern
    Over the next several days, Eastern Carolina will see typical heat for the end of June and beginning of July.
  • Disturbed Weather In Caribbean
    The tropics have been quiet in June but some disturbed weather has popped up in the western Caribbean Sea.
Weather Headlines
Sports Headlines
  • Comment On Comments
    Commenting is not just an outlet for you to post an opinion. Our comments also allow you to ask questions, to have inspired debates and engage in civilized arguments with other witn.com visitors.
  • Welcome To The New WITN.Com
    Welcome to the new WITN.Com. What do you like? What don't you like? Is there something we should add to the site or take away? We're evolving and we are listening to your feedback. Post your comment and let us know.
  • One Hundred Things To Do In (and around) Eastern North Carolina
    It's back! Due to popular demand, here's the 2009 version of "One Hundred Things To Do In (and around) Eastern North Carolina.
  • Are The Terms “Pro-Choice” And “Pro-Life” Mutually Exclusive?
    We received an e-mail response to a recent poll stating “I do not believe pro-life and pro-choice are mutually exclusive.” What do you think?
  • What's "Bugging" You?
    General Manager Chris Mossman addresses viewer e-mail from early March. Topics include bugs crawling on your screen, Extreme Home Makeover and our Business Break Hosts.
Big Chair Headlines
  • We Have Talent And Road Trippers Coming Your Way....
    We know that you have seen a lot of stories on Michael Jackson and if you stay tuned, Dateline NBC will have one more for you on Monday. Once we cross that hurdle we'll have the debut of Great American Road Trip on Tuesday and lots more talent auditions during the week on America's #1 summer show, America's Got Talent!
  • The Countdown Is Done... We Have Ignition!
    We've known about it for years. We talked about it ad nauseam for many..many... many months. The day is finally here. Welcome to the wonderful new world of digital broadcasting!
  • One Week And Counting
    The time has finally arrived for the digital switch. In less than one week's time we will shut down WITN's analog transmitter for the final time and you will only be able to watch WITN's digital signal.
  • All Antennas Are Not Created Equal
    Over the past months we have been out in the public demonstrating digital television hook-ups using an old analog TV, a digital converter and antenna. While a few people have had questions about digital converter hook-ups, most people have questioned us about the antenna that they use.
  • Do Not Adjust Your TV Set... Nothing Has Changed!
    So you thought that analog television was going to go away on February 17th. Not here in eastern North Carolina. You can look forward to four more months of digital transition PSA's.
Just Ask Mike Headlines
  • Today's Poll Needs A "Comments" Option
    Several witn.com readers have sent us e-mail commenting on today's poll question - "There are plenty of things that go bump in the night to be scared of, but what frightens you most these days?" Click to read our e-mail from Thomas or to add your comment.
  • ‘WITN's Class of 2009’ - Better Than The Best
    'WITN's Class of 2009' is different than the 'Best of the Class'. Read about why we changed it, and how it came to be.
  • Ashamed Of My Generation
    Regina Padgett of Jacksonville is letting us know what's on her mind. If you have a blog or letter to the moderator that you'd like to see on witn.com, send it to us at witn@witn.com
  • Let's Call This A "Letter To The Moderator"
    Vonda Norris of Chinquapin wonders what is going on with school scheduling these days. Read on to see what she thinks. If you've got something to say, send it to witn@witn.com and we may post it as a blog.
  • Ryan Seacrest and Simon Cowell’s Tension on American Idol
    What causes Ryan and Simon to “go at it” so often during the show? Are they “going at it” when the cameras are off?
Something to Say Headlines
WITN Weather
Click Image to Enlarge
WITN Your Way
First Alert
Weather alerts on your desktop!
RSS Feeds
Over 40 feeds available.
Carolina Scanner
State news on one page.
Carolina Camera
Upload your photos and videos.
WITN2go
News, Weather, Sports for mobile phones.
Text Alerts
Breaking News, Weather, Scores on your phone.
Twitter
News Headlines
short and sweet.
Facebook
Behind the scenes @WITN.
WITN Poll
Jasmine Trail Nude Campground in Pamlico County is a family resort where kids and adults of all ages are alongside each other naked. District Attorney Scott Thomas believes there should be an age restriction. What do you think?

Yes, there should be an age restriction to prevent kids from attending
No, there should not be an age restriction



Click one of the pictures below to see more or to upload your own photos and videos.
Special Sections
CarSoup
Search inventory from local dealers and private sellers.
Rental Guide
Video tours to help you find your next apartment.
Double Dollar Deals
Save 50% from local merchants.
Classifieds
THE place to buy and sell items. Most ads free.
Experts
Got a question? Ask Eastern Carolina's Experts.
Business Break
Two minutes of info from local businesses.
Attorneys On Call
Free legal information on a variety of topics.
Video Home Tours
Tour Eastern Carolina homes from your computer.
AP Video