Introducing the Morehead City Reel: A monthly e-newsletter

We are pleased to present the inaugural Morehead City Reel. 

This free, monthly e-newsletter is designed to bring you the latest news and events from Morehead City. Register on our website at moreheadcitync.org, under the "How Do I..." t...

Blood Drive: June 1, 2023

You can give back to your community by donating at a blood drive on Thursday, June 1, in the rear parking lot of City Hall at 1100 Bridges Street. 

This event will be held through The Blood Connection, and will take place from 12 noon - 5 p.m. Wal...

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Accepting Applications

Are you interested in serving your community? The Morehead City Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is now seeking applications to fill one vacancy. Individuals who have interest and insight into recreational programs and facilities are encouraged to appl...

Weekend Events Cancelled Due to Weather Forecast

Due to the weather forecast on Saturday, May 27th, the following Morehead City events have been cancelled:

• The Curb Market
• Defensive Line Football Camp

In addition, Sidewalk by the Sea has been postponed to Saturday, June 3rd. 

Participants who regis...

Mayor for a Day: Marna Merrell

It has been a special day in Morehead City, as fourth-grader Marna Merrell became Mayor for a Day. This unique opportunity occurs twice a year through existing partnerships.

Mayor Merrell began her day at City Hall, learning about Morehead City's ...

Morehead City Operating Hours: Memorial Day 2023

Office closures and reduced hours will be in effect for various Morehead City departments in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 29th, 2023.

This day is set aside to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.&...

Book Sale and Summer Reading Program Kickoff May 20th

Join the Morehead City Library for a book sale, Summer Reading Program Kickoff and some sunshine on Saturday, May 20th!

Visit the library at 202 S. Eighth Street from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday for the first Book Sale at the current location. Hundreds of bo...

MCFD Auxiliary donates to Autism Society of NC

The Morehead City Fire-EMS' Auxiliary donated $1,800 to the Autism Society of North Carolina - Crystal Coast Support Group on Thursday, May 11th from the sale of autism acceptance t-shirts and stickers throughout April. 

This is the secon...

May 13, 2023 Traffic Advisory: Triathlon

Traffic Advisory: The Crystal Coast Half Booty Triathlon returns on Saturday, May 13th, and participants will be conducting their bicycle portion throughout Morehead City and neighboring towns. Please be aware of some temporary lane closures and bicyclist...

Proposed 2023/2024 Budget Available

2023/2024 Proposed Budget

The 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Proposed Budget is now available to be viewed here.

Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of N.C.G.S. 159-12, the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, for...

Accessory Dwelling Unit Forum Scheduled for May 4

Morehead City Plans Accessory Dwelling Unit Forum Public Forum to be held May 4, 2023

Morehead City will hold an Accessory Dwelling Unit forum for Town residents and property owners on Thursday, May 4, followed by a question-and-answer session.

The forum wi...

Morehead City Honors Staff Sgt. Gore

The Morehead City Police Department, among other entities, escorted the body of U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Joshua “Caleb” Gore  from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Morehead City on the evening of Thursday, April 20. This video shows the pr...

Newport River Pier Temporarily Closed

The Newport River Pier will be temporarily closed for repairs, beginning Monday, April 24, 2023. 

Repairs to the pier will take up to 30 days, during which time the pier will be closed to the public. During this time, the boat ramp and bathrooms w...

Autism Acceptance T-Shirts For Sale

April is Autism Awareness Month, and Morehead City Fire-EMS is backing the mission for autism acceptance. 

In addition to our crews wearing this shirt on the second day of their shifts this month, you can purchase shirts or a sticker through the M...

Homecoming Escort for U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Joshua Caleb Gore

The Morehead City Police Department will escort the body of U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Joshua “Caleb” Gore from the Raleigh Durham International Airport to Morehead City on Thursday, April 20. He was one of nine soldiers killed during a trai...