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Good morning from sports reporter J.J. Smith. A new year is soon upon us and people will be coming up with resolutions. A lot of those usually detail stepping out of comfort zones. Zack Nally and I did that very thing this year. We started a podcast at the newspaper called “Paper Boys.” It was definitely scary to jump into something we knew nothing about, but we’ve had a blast and hope you’ve enjoyed listening to us in this new adventure.

In this issue of Lookout, you'll find a story about the arrest of a suspect in the Atlantic murders of 2021 along with our latest top news stories, upcoming events to keep you in the loop, editorials from our editorial staff and our readers, a 4-day tide report, the front cover of The Carteret County News-Times from Dec. 16, 1958, a mouth-watering recipe from Amos Mosquito's and a cute cat up for adoption through the Humane Society.

Mark Williams of Beaufort fishes in Gallants Channel with his Saint Bernard, Nicky, as the sun sets behind a group of commercial fishing trawlers in December. File photo. Send your Carteret County photos to nikki@thenewstimes.com.

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Suspect in murder of Fulcher brothers announced

After a year and four months of uncertainty, the double murder of brothers Phillip Raymond, 59, and William “David” Fulcher, 57, in Carteret County's Atlantic community has been solved. David Ray Willis, 57, of Atlantic, faces charges for the killings. Sheriff Asa Buck detailed the exhaustive investigation involving over 100 interviews, 140 pieces of evidence, and digital analysis aided by the SBI, Carolina Beach Police, and Homeland Security. Willis was initially arrested on child pornography charges, with subsequent digital evidence linking him to the murders. The sheriff praised the Fulcher family's unwavering support and thanked the community. The case now rests with the district attorney, Scott Thomas, acknowledging the collaborative efforts that led to these charges. Buck confirmed a personal relationship between Willis and the Fulcher brothers and emphasized the forthcoming legal proceedings.

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New members inducted to council, splash pad proposed at Newport town meeting

Three council members were sworn in Thursday at the Newport Town Council’s final meeting of 2023.

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John Costlow Christmas Train Show

Dec. 15-17 at 4-8 p.m.

Beaufort Claus Crawl

Sat., Dec. 16 at 2-6 p.m.

Olde Fashioned Holiday Market at Beaufort Courthouse

Sat., Dec. 16 at 4-8 p.m.

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Carteret County Parks and Rec Yoga For All held on Thursday mornings from 9-10 a.m. in the exercise room at Fort Benjamin Park Recreation Center in Newport. Open to all adults. For more information, contact instructor Pat Sorrell at pat2sorrell@gmail.com or 919-740-7535.

Richard Ehrenkaufer "Dr. Bogus" breaks down the state of fishing off the Crystal Coast. "I have fished the Bogue Banks surf for something like 30 years, and one of my favorite times of year is the fall to target the run of the south-going spotted sea trout."

Front page of The Carteret County News-Times on Dec. 16, 1958.

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Buzz Buzz Shrimp with Fresh Pineapple Slaw

Courtesy of Amos Mosquito's of Morehead City

Ingredients:

Bang-Bang Sauce:

2 cups orange juice

2 cups sugar

1/2 cup sambal

1/2 cup soy sauce

Read full recipe here

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Why did this happen?

Once more the US Government has shafted the people of Carteret County and not one word of objection, disgust has been said by our bright citizens.

EDITORIAL: School board’s calendar decision impacts county’s tourist industry

Add Carteret County Public Schools to the growing list of school districts across the state choosing to ignore state statutes regarding school calendars

Commentary: Education chair responds to allegations

I would like to specifically address false statements and allegations made about the business the board has conducted previously.

Introducing Ballerina, a 1-year-old female Calico. Ballerina is up-to-date on age-appropriate shots and has been dewormed. The adoption fee is $85. Contact Carteret County Humane Society and Animal Shelter at 853 Hibbs Road, Newport NC 28570; email cchsshelter@embarqmail.com.

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