Your weekly Onslow Insider: Events, openings, and local picks.

Visit the Onslow County Farmers Market for fresh produce and unique local goods! Saturdays through November 29, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: 4024 Richlands Highway, Jacksonville, NC

Farmers Market

Bear Creek Fire Station 

Construction of a New Station Approved . . . read more

Interesting Facts

Enjoy Free Sunday Concerts At SwanFest In Swansboro

Celebrate summer at Swanfest, Swansboro's beloved live music series. Enjoy free, family friendly concerts every Sunday from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. through August 31 at the Harry C Pugliese, Jr. Pavilion (next to Saltwater Grill). Don't miss the last concert of the Swanfest Season with Henry Bitzer (Folk Rock & Originals). A few tips: Bring a chair or blanket for seating. Downtown businesses will be open for drinks, snacks, and more.

Will Be Handy - Serving Sneads Ferry, Hampstead, and Jacksonville. Will Be Handy is your trusted local handyman service, offering home improvements, painting, fence/deck repairs, and more. With a reputation for honesty, quality workmanship, timely and reliable results, they help homeowners keep their spaces looking their best. Call today for a free estimate! Website: Click here

Onslow County Real Estate Statistics

Current (July 2025) real estate stats for Onslow County: 

MEDIAN SALE PRICE - $299,000

YEAR OVER YEAR PRICE CHANGE - +6.6%

MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET - 20 Days

NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD - 457

Market Trends:

Increased demand - Onslow County's housing market is experiencing rising demand, with a hotness ranking that indicates fast moving supply and growing interest from buyers.

Affordability - The area's affordability, particularly for remote workers moving from more expensive parts of the country, is a major draw for new residents.

Competitive Market - The market is competitive, and favors sellers, with rising median sales prices and high demand. Homes are selling quickly, with many homes selling over the list price. Inventory remains tight.

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Liberty Festival & Fireworks

Saturday, August 30 - Fun starts at 1:00 p.m. & fireworks at 9:00 p.m. 417 Kraft St, Holly Ridge, NC 28445 Read more . .

"Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it." - Charles R. Swindoll

COMING SOON: For the Ladies

COMING SOON: Family Park Day

Carnival themed games - circus inspired arts and crafts and more. Magic show by "Yender the Trickster" - Saturday, August 30 10:00 a.m. - 12: p.m. Riverwalk Park, 603 Anne St, Jacksonville, NC 28540 Read more . . .

COMING SOON: Bubba's 33

Bubba's 33 will be opening on Monday, September 8 - 11:00 a.m. - midnight. Bubba's 33 was born in 2013 and was created by Kent Taylor, the founder of Texas Roadhouse. Bubba's focus is on delicious, made from scratch food, friendly service, and a fun atmosphere. Located at 1618 Western Blvd, Jacksonville 28546 (next to Mission BBQ).

A ride in memory of fallen soldiers will take place in Onslow County, starting and ending at New River Harley Davidson in Jacksonville, NC.

Registration is at 9:00 am - $20 per bike, with kick stands up at 11am and $10 for passengers.

The event will feature door prizes and a 50/50 drawing, with all proceeds going to Wreaths Across America.

This organization encourages honoring veterans by sponsoring a wreath for their grave.

Wreaths Across America has placed millions of wreaths in various locations, stemming from a paperboy's initiative.
Date of the ride is Saturday, August 30.

Visit Riverwalk Park in downtown Jacksonville for a peaceful stroll along the New River with beautiful views and plenty of opportunities for birdwatching.

Weather

Here's a quick look at the weather in Jacksonville for the week. Looks like some cooler nights ahead!

New Resident?

Helpful Info For New Residents:

ALL EMERGENCY SERVICES: 911

SHERIFF EMERGENCY: 911

SHERIFF NON-EMERGENCY: 910-455-3113

JACKSONVILLE POLICE NON-EMERGENCY: 910-938-7585

CAMP LEJEUNE NON-EMERGENCY: 910-451-3004

ONSLOW COUNTY NON-EMERGENCY DISPATCH: 910-455-9119

ANIMAL CONTROL NON-EMERGENCY: 910-455-0182

UTILITIES

ELECTRICITY

Duke Energy Progress - Customer Service: 800-777-9898

New Service: Apply online at the Duke Energy Website (Credit check required and may necessitate a security deposit).

Jones-Onslow Electric Membership Corp (JOEMC)

Customer Service: 910-353-1940

New Service: Apply online at the JOEMC website or call. Deposit may be waived for new customers with a good credit history. 

Carteret-Craven Electric Co-op (CCEC)

Customer Service: 252-247-3107

New Service: Apply online or by phone. Offers a pre-pay option to avoid a deposit.

WATER AND SEWER

Onslow Water and Sewer Authority (ONWASA)

24 Hour service line: 910-455-0722

City of Jacksonville Utilities

Billing and service inquires: 910-938-5248

For customers within Jacksonville's city limits, visit City Hall or apply online for service.

TRASH AND SANITATION

City of Jacksonville

General Information: 910-938-5338

For residents within city limits, the city provides trash and recycling services. 

Unincorporated Onslow County:

Residents outside city limits must contract with a private waste management company. 

*Some options include:

Waste Management: 910-488-2827

M & S Sanitation: 910-347-5388

Ray's Rural Garbage: 910-324-3645

• The Onslow Insider does not endorse any of these companies. They are listed only as a convenience for new residents. The Onslow Insider strongly encourages you to research any business you are considering  contracting with.

INTERNET AND TELEVISION

Spectrum: Offers cable internet, TV, and phone service in much of the county.

Brightspeed: Provides DSL and fiber internet.

Viasat & HughesNet: Satellite internet providers that offer service to almost all of the county.

Other options: In addition to these providers, mobile carriers like T-Mobile and Verizon offer home internet services.

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