Public Radio East

12/12/2025

We did it! 50 new members! You’ve helped us earn the $10K New Member Challenge!!

Thanks to you, we reached our goal and strengthened Public Radio East for the year ahead. From all of us, THANK YOU for being a part of the PRE Community.

As the fund drive continues, there’s still time to make your first donation and help keep your favorite programs on the air. Call 800-222-9832 or give online: https://afg.secureallegiance.com/wteb/WebModule/Donate.aspx?P=SMPLDPG&PAGETYPE=PLG&CHECK=bHv%2bAvMmM%2fhtpiIb7CzKIuzWDeZ%2beA1M

12/12/2025

$30,000 and counting!

Your generosity is incredible. Every contribution helps Public Radio East serve our community with news, music, and engaging programs that matter.

Help us push toward the next goal! Call 800-222-9832 or give online: https://afg.secureallegiance.com/wteb/WebModule/Donate.aspx?P=SMPLDPG&PAGETYPE=PLG&CHECK=bHv%2bAvMmM%2fhtpiIb7CzKIuzWDeZ%2beA1M

12/12/2025

For the past two years, Sound Rivers has been working to identify the source of Slocum Creek’s pollution, and recently confirmed that two sites with failing septic systems are responsible: one at a home in a neighborhood off Wolf Pit Branch and another at Greenfield Heights Mobile Home Community.

Sound Rivers Water Quality Specialist Taylor Register was out last week scouting locations for taking samples of water in Slocum Creek.

12/12/2025

Congressman Greg Murphy said the VA does some of the most important medical research in the country, but it’s held back by slow processes, a lack of coordination, and outdated systems, and the legislation will help modernize the way research is managed, “Cutting through red tape so veterans get faster access to the latest treatments.”

Congressman Greg Murphy said the VA does some of the most important medical research in the country, but it’s held back by slow processes, a lack of coordination, and outdated systems, and the legislation will help modernize the way research is managed, “Cutting through red tape so veterans get ...

12/12/2025

Dr. Hans and Barbara Paerl have put forward a $500 match this hour and are calling on Eastern North Carolina’s marine science community to join them in supporting Public Radio East.

Donate now to double your impact and power the programs you love.

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12/12/2025

A man who says members of a secretive North Carolina religious group held him down and beat him wants the prosecutor kicked off his case, accusing the district attorney of siding with a church that dozens of former congregants have said abused them.

Matthew Fenner said in court documents that he has waited more than eight years for a retrial in the kidnapping and assault case involving Word of Faith Fellowship only for District Attorney Ted Bell to schedule the second trial for a church leader during the week Fenner had interviews for a medical...

12/12/2025

The administration says it is taking action to stop the flow of drugs into the U.S. It says the strikes are legal and are being conducted under the laws of war, and that President Trump ordered them under his Article II powers as commander-in-chief and in self-defense. Many legal experts, however, including former military lawyers, contend the strikes against the alleged civilian narcotraffickers are unlawful and amount to murder.

Staff officers and at least one drone pilot have sought advice from outside groups over legal concerns about their own involvement — or potential involvement — in the strikes against suspected drug boats.

12/12/2025

Site preparation is already underway for the new Wawa location; construction is expected to start in the middle of next year, and be completed by late 2026 or early 2027.

12/12/2025

Here we go! Repair work is finally beginning on the WTEB antenna. Can you make out the tower climbers near the top?

12/12/2025

Congressman Don Davis said the Rural Uplift and Revitalization Assistance Act and Farm Transitions Act are designed to help rural communities build long-term capacity and ensure younger farmers can carry on agricultural traditions.

12/12/2025

Researchers found that three feet of sea level rise would destroy about 60% of the city’s protected wetland areas. Those wetlands help reduce fish kills, improve water quality and store carbon.

A new study from UNC–Chapel Hill warns that New Bern could lose most of its conserved wetlands as sea levels rise.

12/12/2025

Congressman Greg Murphy said North Carolina is home to some of the nation's finest warfighters, including those serving at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Stations Cherry Point and New River, who will significantly benefit from the nearly $245 million allocated to area bases.