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Snow Hill Board Untangles Utility Billing Dispute, Advances Grant Projects and Sidewalk Contract

The Snow Hill Board of Commissioners spent much of its September 14, 2026, meeting working through a months-long dispute over how the town billed residents for a new water and sewer rate, even as members pushed forward on a full slate of infrastructure work, from grant-funded well repairs to a new sidewalk contract, and accepted an award for the town's drinking water protection efforts.

Greene County Commissioners Approved School Budget Ordinance, Nominated Jones to NCGTP Economic Development Region Board

The Greene County Board of Commissioners approved a budget ordinance for the planned Greene County Elementary School, nominated Vice-Chairman Jerry Jones to the North Carolina Global Transpark Economic Development Region Council, and agreed to a sponsorship for the Snow Hill Tennis and Golf Tournament when the board met at the Greene County Operations Center in Snow Hill on Monday, August 3, 2026.

Jones County Sheriff raises concerns over budget cuts

TRENTON, NC — On Monday, the Jones County Board of Commissioners gathered to examine the proposed fiscal year 2024-2025 budget, marked by a contentious $100,000 reduction in the sheriff's department budget. The session witnessed an unusually large turnout, underscoring the community's amplified concern regarding the budgetary discussions. Following remarks by Sheriff Matt Wineman and a public hearing, the commissioners ratified the 2024-2025 budget, endorsing the cuts to the sheriff’s department.