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Barbecue Festival and City Process Complaints
New Bern, NC
Summary
Bear-B-Q founder John Herrin told the Board the city's event permitting process is 'broken' — including a Public Works crew showing up to block an easement mid-festival — and said the city manager ignored a promised follow-up visit.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
If addressed, local businesses and event organizers would face clearer permitting.
⚠️Who could be affected
Herrin and festival organizers reported disrupted operations.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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