Onslow County NC Homes Talk

 If you live in Hubert, Swansboro, Richlands or Jacksonville in Onslow County, North Carolina; you probably receive your electricity service from Jones Onslow Electric Company.

"JOEMC is an electric distribution cooperative located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The cooperative provides electric utility service to over 58,000 southeastern homes and businesses in Jones, Onslow, Pender, Duplin, Lenoir and Craven counties. The Main Office is located in Jacksonville and the District Office is located in Sneads Ferry."

The JOEMC website provides a wealth of information including

• Office locations and hours of operation
  
  
• Products and Services

Security Lights

Electrical Audit

Power surge service

Energy Saving tips and ideas

• Community Programs

Bright Ideas - Educational grant program for schools and teachers

Scholarship program for high school graduates

Youth Tour - Annual summer trip to Washington to learn more about the co-operative form of business

School Visits - Trained representatives visit area schools and present a program on electrical safety and energy conservation through hands-on projects

• Storm Center

Storm Checklist and what to do before, during and after a storm

Hurricane Preparedness - Provides information on preparing for hurricanes, evacuation and family disaster planning

Now you know your electric company is not just about "collecting money" from you, it is a business that provides many valuable services and programs for the area and its members.  And most services are FREE!

And me, I'm all about helping you find your Onslow County home.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist   910 459 9189     Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

 Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

Do you know what is going on at your library?  If not you and your children are missing out on the  opportunity to participate in some excellent programs and activities.

The Swansboro library may not be large in size but for what it lacks in size, it makes up for in enthusiasm and passion.  Keep in mind that it is a branch of the Onslow County Public Library System and has access to all of the resources of the system.

There are events for children, teens and adults.  Some are weekly and others are special one time events. 

Mother Goose Time – Thursday 10  to 10:30 AM

A weekly program for children up to 3 years with their caregivers.  Rhymes, music and songs provides entertaining stimulation story and play time

Pre-School Story Time – Thursdays  11 to  11:30 AM

A weekly story time for children 3 to 5 years without their caregivers.   An opportunity for children to discover the wonderful world of books and experience independence.

Kids Creation – 1^st Thursday of each month – 4:30 to 5:30 PM.

An hour of after school entertainment for school age children includes books, stories and activities.

Tax Help -  Mondays 9AM-1 PM - February 1 - April 15 -

Free tax preparation assistance to those with low to medium incomes and special attention for those of age 60.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist   910 459 9189     Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

 Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

There seems to be much confusion about Magnet Schools so perhaps I can shed some light on the subject. 

A magnet school is "a public school with a specific topic to focus planning and instruction--all  curriculum is sought to be taught through the specified focus of the school.  Even though magnet schools have an instructional focus, these schools also teach the North Carolina Standard Course of Study".

A look at Onslow County NC's two magnet schools.

1. Elementary - Clyde Erwin Elementary Magnet School of International Studies and Cultural Arts is located in downtown Jacksonville, NC at 323 New River Drive. Area of focus - International Studies and Cultural Arts.
   
   
2. Middle - New Bridge Middle School, located in downtown Jacksonville at 401 New River Drive, focuses on science and technology. 

Onslow County Magnet School facts -

• There is no tuition 
  
  
• Open to all Onslow County students  for application-  Applications will be accepted February 9 through March 6, 2009.  Applications are available at schools, Onslow County Central School System and online.
  
  
• A lottery is held to select students in a random manner.  The next lottery will be March 19 and will be held in the cafeteria at Jacksonville High School at 4 PM.

• A strict dress code is enforced

For more information on Onslow County Magnet Schools, visit this website or call 910-455-2211.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist   910 459 9189     Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

 Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

If you are a parent of teenager living in Jacksonville, N C or based at Camp LeJeune Marine Base, Naval Hospital At Camp LeJeune or New River Air Station,  I have a solution to that ever present complaint of all teenagers ....."there's nothing to do" or "I'm bored".

The City of Jacksonville N C Parks and Recreation Department offers a Youth Night Program which provides a safe, supervised environment and the opportunity to learn the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork and rules of play.

When?  Monday -Friday, Year Round

Who?  Highschool teenagers (must be enrolled in school) 13-19

Time?  6 to 8:30 PM

Where? Jack Amyette Recreation Center - 1825 South Dr. in the New River area

Activities?  Variety of Activities--box games, table games, team sports, arts and crafts.  Participants may receive some help with homework and  use the computer room for homework.

Cost?  Free to city residents - Non-residents $25 fee

Once again, we salute the City of Jacksonville N C Parks and Recreation Department for putting into action its Mission Statement

"The Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Department offers all citizens the opportunity to develop their leisure time and interest.  Recreation is a creative outlet for special development in the arts, fitness, sportsmanship, family and community fellowship.  The Recreation and Parks Department gives the public an opportunity to develop skills that promote the enrichment of life in the community"

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist   910 459 9189     Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

 Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

If you are a military family Relocating to Camp LeJeune, New River Air Base or the Naval Hospital at Camp LeJeune in Jacksonville, N C; and searching for a convenient (approximately 12 minutes to back gate of Camp Lejeune), quiet, family oriented community, Kingsbridge II Subdivision in Hubert is the ideal location for you. 

Or perhaps you already live in the area and are looking for a new home in Onslow County, N C --this is a community you will want to check out--it's a beautiful area and so very convenient to Jacksonville and Swansboro as well as the area beaches.

There are homes (new and previously owned) in a large range of prices available as well as building lots for those who prefer to choose their own plans and have a custom built home.

The school district is Swansboro and is a very highly sought district.  Swansboro High School, Swansboro Middle School and Queens Creek Elementary are about a 10 minute drive from the subdivision.  These schools have consistently received high marks.

I like to say Hubert is an extension of Swansboro with no distinction in where one ends and the other begins.  Swansboro is a wonderful historic little fishing village located on the White Oak River with many wonderful shops and restaurants.  

This area offers many wonderful recreational events, especially water related activities at Hammocks Beach, a local favorite.  Cultural events for children as well as adults are abundant and often free.

Come take a look at homes in Hubert NC, there are new water front homes and water view homes as well as previously owned homes.  I look forward to hearing from you and assisting you. 

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist   910 459 9189     Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

 Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina