The Bridge Is Open!

Yesterday was a big day for downtown. Due to weather conditions this winter (a little too cold for concrete to be poured), our bridge opening had been delayed. It opened yesterday and it's wonderful. All day people were just walking or riding back and forth over the bridge!

Civil War Buffs Take Note

If you are a Civil War buff, you will not want to miss this weekend in New Bern. May 6-9th a special event entitled "Remembering the War Years" with a symposium, two naval bombardments, infantry invasions, re-enactor encampments, self-guided walking tours and much, much more. Three solid days of tours, parades and events covering the war years in New Bern and it all FREE! Go to: http://www.uscoloredtroops.org/ and http://www.newbern300.com/ for details.