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And on the New Bern Patch calendar - Ghosts of New Bern

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Good morning to you New Bern! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See the meaning behind New Bern's two newest patriotic bear statues
  • Why Bangert Elementary students couldn't wait for school to start
  • How a $3 Powerball ticket changed this New Bern couple's plans

Also on today's calendar: The Shark Is Broken and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 87 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 72.
  • Thursday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 84 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Bears unveiled at Patriot Square dedication (newbernsj.com) — Patriot Square beside New Bern City Hall now features two new bear statues, "Daughter of Freedom" and "Private Resolve," unveiled by local DAR and SAR chapters. Painted by New Bern artist Ashley McDaniel and funded largely through community brick purchases, the project honors the 1774 New Bern Resolves, with a bronze plaque dedication planned for December 15.
   

2. First-day excitement fills Bangert Elementary as Craven County students return (wcti12.com) — Students and families filled Bangert Elementary in New Bern on Monday as Craven County schools opened their doors for a new year, with many kids even eager enough to show up a day early. The neighborhood school's new principal, Dr. Alexis McKeel, welcomed walkers, bikers, and car riders alike, describing the first day as feeling like Christmas morning all over again.
   

3. Craven man wins $100K Powerball prize off a $3 ticket (newbernsj.com) — A New Bern resident, Robert Scott Bascom-Cohane, recently discovered he'd won a $100,000 Powerball prize from a $3 ticket, taking home just over $72,000 after taxes. Living in New Bern with his husband, he plans to use the money for home improvements, bills, and travel, while lottery proceeds continue to send millions to Craven County education programs.
   

4. Princeton Engineering - Roy Jackson, titan of fluid mechanics, dies at 94 (princeton.edu) — A renowned Princeton engineering professor, Roy Jackson, chose New Bern as his retirement home, spending his later years sailing, painting, and teaching his grandchildren here. The pioneering chemical engineer, whose work reshaped industrial fluid mechanics worldwide, died July 20 at age 94. His life's story spans from RAF instructor to Royal Society fellow and beloved mentor.
   

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Other local events
    Thursday August 27
  • Downtown Council Meeting
    New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room 316 South Front Street
    5:30 pm
    • Friday August 28
  • The Shark Is Broken →
    New Bern Civic Theatre, 414 Pollock St, New Bern
    7:30 pm
    • Sunday August 30
  • The Shark Is Broken →
    New Bern Civic Theatre, 414 Pollock St, New Bern
    2:00 pm
    • Tuesday September 1
  • Chamber Executive & Finance Committee Meeting
    New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Board Room
    12:00 pm
    • Wednesday September 2
  • Chamber Ambassador Meeting
    New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Meeting Room 316 South Front Street New Bern, NC 28560
    12:00 pm
    • Tuesday September 22
  • Ghosts of New Bern →
    Ghosts of New Bern, 246 Middle St Ste B, New Bern
    7:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Just found this baby tonight 8/23 (around 8 pm) between Cove City and Jasper, on Dover Road.
    Looks to be a terrier mix and is very well behaved and friendly. Was not wearing a collar. Was roaming the road and jumped right up in the car when… (Nextdoor Spring Garden / New Bern)
  • Does anyone have suggestions for options for housing/ shelter to give a 65 year old gentleman who is living in his car?
    RCS is predictabley full, and I don't know of other possiblilities. On the first of the month, when he gets his check, he takes a room at The Palace… (Nextdoor Riverside Historic District)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in New Bern. Apply here.
  • Aspen Dental posted a job opening for Dental Office Manager in New Bern. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Bern here.

Ok New Bern! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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