1.1K views · 67 reactions | Ben Watford, a potter from New Bern, North Carolina explains the history behind the creation of face jugs, which he describes as "a part of black history." "The story passed down...says that the uglier the face, the better, because it scares the Devil away and your soul can go to Heaven." | North Carolina Museum of History | Facebook

459K views · 2.9K reactions | This is what it looked like this morning in New Bern, North Carolina, after Hurricane Florence made landfall. At least 150 people were waiting to be rescued after about 200 were rescued in the city overnight. https://cnn.it/2OiRNF1 | CNN | Facebook

Another successful food truck setup at Walmart New Bern North Carolina #tinderangvlogger #foodblogger #foodtrucklife #lumpialove | Cecilia Arevalo Bridges

1.4K views · 38 reactions | Some folks call New Bern the jewel in the crown of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, and it's easy to see why. With its fascinating history, exciting dining, arts, lodging and shopping options, and unique location at the mouth of three rivers, the state's second-oldest town is a wonderful place to spend an entire weekend. Start planning your quick getaway to New Bern at unctv.org/newberngetaway! | PBS North Carolina | Facebook

Video shows storm surge from Hurricane Florence begin to inundate New Bern, North Carolina as the Neuse River overflowed its banks and flooded parts of the town. https://abcn.ws/2Oi5gwN | ABC News