
May 13, 2026
Morehead City is accepting applications for an open seat on its Planning Board after Nathan Chambers was appointed to City Council. Interested residents must apply by May 17.
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May 11, 2026
Morehead City has released important safety tips ahead of this year's Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. Residents should expect street closures beginning June 3 through June 15 for setup and teardown activities. Attendees are urged to follow parking rules, stay hydrated, watch out for pedestrians downtown, and prepare children’s information in case they get lost.
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May 8, 2026
Morehead City Parks and Recreation invites residents to two community engagement events as part of its effort to develop a new master plan for parks and recreation services. Feedback gathered during these sessions will help guide future improvements.
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May 8, 2026
The Morehead City Council has announced a series of public meetings about its proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget. Residents can attend workshops starting May 12 and provide input before final decisions are made.
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May 1, 2026
Morehead City has published its May 2026 edition of the city newsletter. The issue includes updates such as a recent award for Fire-EMS and information on local events.
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April 28, 2026
Nathan Chambers has been appointed by Morehead City Council to fill a recently vacated seat. His term will run until December 2027, following a unanimous vote by council members.
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April 27, 2026
The Morehead City Council will hold a special meeting on April 28 at 5:30 p.m. The purpose is to fill an open council seat, with details available in the published agenda.
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April 21, 2026
Authorities have cancelled the Amber Alert for Olivia Nicole Kimbro after confirming she was found safe and is now in police custody. Police continue their investigation and request any additional information from the public.
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April 20, 2026
Morehead City is asking residents to help choose its next budget book cover from public photo submissions. Voting closes at 5 p.m. on May 1, giving community members a chance to take part in this decision.
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April 14, 2026
Randy Martin has been named interim city manager for Morehead City beginning May 1 after unanimous approval by the City Council. With more than forty years' experience—including previous service as city manager—Martin will serve until a permanent replacement is found.
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