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Camden, North Carolina Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Camden! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How much new farmland preservation money is coming to Camden County?
Also on today's calendar: MAGIC HUNKS LIVE TAKEOVER ELIZABETH CITY,NC!!! and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Variably cloudy; not as warm, with a high of 77 and low of 66 degrees.
- Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 74, low: 64.
- Monday: Cloudy, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Farmland preservation grants awarded in several Eastern North Carolina counties (wcti12.com) — Camden County is among several Eastern North Carolina counties receiving new state farmland preservation grants from a record $51.2 million fund. The money, approved in the latest state budget, will support conservation easements and agricultural development projects that help keep local farms working and protect rural land for future generations. 
📸 Around Camden
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Perquimans County Pirates vs Camden County Bruins →
Perquimans High School, 305 S Edenton Rd St, Hertford
4:30 pm
Tuesday October 6
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Other local events
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Volleyball @ Lawrence Academy (Depart @ 2:15)
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
4:30 pm -
Boys Soccer @ Manteo (Depart @ 2:45)
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
5:00 pm -
Volleyball @ Perquimans
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
4:30 pm -
Cross Country @ Edenton (Depart @ 2:45 pm)
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
4:30 pm -
Boys Soccer @ Gates (Depart @ 3)
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
5:00 pm -
Volleyball vs Manteo
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
4:30 pm -
Boys Soccer @ Hatteras (Depart @ 1:45)
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
5:00 pm -
Football @ Bertie (Depart @ 3:30)
Camden County High Camden, NC 27921
7:00 pm -
MAGIC HUNKS LIVE TAKEOVER ELIZABETH CITY,NC!!! →
Kinfolk axe throwing, 206 N Poindexter St, Elizabeth City
8:00 pm
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
Wednesday October 7
Thursday October 8
Friday October 9
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🗓 Events Nearby
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ARC's Weekly Public Open House
Elizabeth City Chamber of Commerce, 502 E Ehringhaus St, Elizabeth City
10:00 am -
Victory Praise & Worship Center: Annual Hog & Hen Cook-Off →
700 North Hughes Boulevard, Elizabeth City
11:00 am
Saturday October 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Outdoor photographers, this is your moment!
The Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Competition is now open for entries, so be sure to submit your best shots by Feb 1, 2027. Learn more: https:/… (Nextdoor ) - When it comes to health insurance, the lowest price does not always mean the best fit.
Different types of health insurance plans can provide very different levels of coverage. Before you choose a plan, take a close look at what it… (Nextdoor )
- Camden County Schools posted a job opening for Child Nutrition Manager in Camden. Apply here.
- Family Dollar posted a job opening for Retail Store Manager in Camden. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Camden here.
🗞 Nearby News
Elizabeth City
- Hallowfest Trunk or Treat at Elizabeth City Health and Rehabilitation (businessdailynetwork.com)
- Notice of Intent to Issue an NPDES Wastewater Permit NC0025011 Elizabeth City WWTP (nc.gov)
- 106 Spinnaker St Unit B, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 (redfin.com)
Hertford
- The Panthers' Win Total Is the Market Worth Watching This Se... (roanoke-chowannewsherald.com)
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