Morehead City, NC

You can view our proposed FY 26-27 budget, and watch the two budget workshops that have been held so far on our website: moreheadcitync.gov/m/newsflash/ho… A third budget workshop may be held on June 2, and the public hearing will be held June 9, after which the Council may vote.

The Splash Pad is now open for the 2026 season! You can find it at Shevans Park, at 1501 Evans St., for your young children to enjoy on these hot days. The full list of rules and regulations, as well as the hours of operation, can be found at the park entrance.

Morehead City's City Hall and Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. The Recreation Center at 1600 Fisher St. will be open from 8 a.m. - 12 noon on this date.

Visit our website to view Morehead City's proposed FY 2026-27 budget! -Manager recommended tax rate and full budget breakdown -Upcoming budget workshops and public hearing -Rebroadcast of May 12 budget workshop Click here for details: moreheadcitync.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

Roadwork will begin on Wednesday, May 13 to make all of S. 8th Street one-way traffic, northbound toward the highway. As a result, the 100 block will be closed to all traffic for a few days. You can find full details on our website: moreheadcitync.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

Traffic Advisory: Tuesday, May 12 The Morehead City Police Department will participate in the NC Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run on Tuesday, May 12. This will begin at 8 a.m. at N. 12th St. and go along Hwy. 70 W throughout Morehead City. Please drive carefully!

The proposed budget for FY 26-27 is now available on our website, along with a reminder of two Morehead City Council meetings taking place on May 12. You can find full details here: moreheadcitync.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

It is Professional Municipal Clerks Week and we're grateful for the dynamic duo who serve Morehead City in this capacity. Shawne Southard is the City Clerk and Mary Kelly is our Deputy City Clerk. Please join us in recognizing them both for their hard work!

youtu.be/83KtUoEFaLo Let your voice be heard in the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Master Plan! We have two community engagement sessions planned for May 8-9. Details here: moreheadcitync.gov/Calendar.aspx?…

Temporary Street Closure Shepard Street is closed between S. 8th and S. 7th streets for the Chris Perri Memorial Tournament. This section will be closed from Wednesday, May 6 through 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 11.

Morehead City Council votes unanimously to hire Randy Martin as full-time city manager, pending contract negotiations. Read our news release here: moreheadcitync.gov/m/newsflash/ho…

The May edition of the Morehead City Reel is now available! It includes some brand-new information, including an award earned by Morehead City Fire-EMS, the opening date for the 2026 splash pad season, and more! conta.cc/3NPWJFD

You can help pick the cover for our upcoming budget book! These pictures are submitted from members of the public and only one can win. This poll will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 1. Cast your vote today here: engage.moreheadcitync.gov

Temporary Street Closure Shepard Street is closed between S. 8th and S. 7th streets for the Reeling 4 Research Fishing Tournament. This section will be closed from Thursday, April 30, through 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 3.

The Morehead City Council held a special meeting on April 28, where it appointed Nathan Chambers to fill an unexpired term that will conclude in December 2027. Read the news release here: moreheadcitync.gov/m/newsflash/ho… Watch the meeting here: youtu.be/L0dI4vpfUiU?si…

The Morehead City Council will hold a Special Meeting at City Hall, 1100 Bridges St., at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, for the purpose of filling the Vacant City Council Seat. View the full public notice here: moreheadcitync.gov/364/Public-Not…

Evans Street will be temporarily closed between 8th and 9th streets on Wednesday, April 22, for pipe repair work. Please use other streets in this area while the work is underway.

National Library Week is the perfect time to check out the Morehead City Public Library - and even more so at our City Library - A Pop-Up Park Event from 4-6 p.m. on Monday, April 20! You can find full details in this video: youtu.be/oOzk-PUVpcM?si…

Update: Friday, April 17 - 9 a.m. **CANCEL AMBER ALERT** Olivia Nicole Kimbro has been located - she is safe and in police custody at this time. Thank you to everyone for your assistance in locating her. You can find our running updates here: moreheadcitync.gov/m/newsflash/ho…