Onslow County Sheriff's Office & Onslow County Schools

Joint Statement on School Safety

Golden LEAF Foundation Grant Deadline Approaching

Onslow County is participating with the Golden LEAF Foundation for the Community-Based Grants Initiative in our region.

This Initiative has $11 million available for grants in this region. Four projects from Onslow County will be selected for Golden LEAF g...

Onslow County Proposed 2022-2023 Budget

View the proposed budget book for the next fiscal year.

Memorial Day Holiday Closings Information

Most Onslow County offices and operations will be closed on Monday, May 30, 2022, in observance of Memorial Day. Among the closures is the Onslow County Landfill for Monday. The landfill and convenience sites will operate as normal on Saturday. 

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2022 Primary and Jacksonville Municipal Election Results

Property Tax Exemption Application Deadline Approaching

Property Tax Exemption Application Deadline Approaching

Elderly or Disabled, including Disabled Veterans, May Qualify for Property Tax Exemption

June 1, 2022 is the deadline for elderly or disabled persons to apply for a property tax exemption for the 2022 ...

Summer Art Programs Return

The Onslow County Museum excited to announce the theme for this year's Summer Art Program is "The First People of Carolina."

For more info follow the link and print out the registration form. Return to the Museum by mail or drop it off in person.

Business Recovery Grant Phase 2 Now Open

More NC businesses that experienced a significant economic loss due to COVID-19 are eligible for grants.

Grants are available to eligible arts, entertainment, or recreation, accommodation, or food service business such as a hotel, restaurant, or bar.

Convenience Site Hours Update

The Richlands convenience site is now open the last Saturday of the month from 10AM-6PM. The Silverdale convenience site will be open every Saturday except the last Saturday of the month from 12PM-6PM

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

An Onslow Veterans Service Officer will soon be embedded in the Jacksonville Vet Center to help veterans get their benefits to receive services there. The embedding was approved by the Onslow County Board of Commissioners in their regular session Monday, ...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Onslow County Board of Commissioners have unanimously approved an economic development proposal that will sell about 16 acres within Burton Park with the agreement that the investment would provide substantial property tax revenues and provide for at leas...

Albert J Ellis Airport Director Honored

Congratulations to Onslow County Airport Director Chris White who has been named the 2022 Airport Professional of the Year by the Southeast Chapter of the American Association of Aviation Executives at their annual meeting. The Association represents 12 s...

Onslow County Hosts Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Training

Full scale exercise at Hammocks Beach State Park will include multiple low-flying aircraft

Onslow County Emergency Services is hosting a helicopter aquatic rescue training exercise involving federal, state, and local agencies. The exercise takes place Apri...

Economic Development Public Hearing Item Scheduled

The Onslow County Board of Commissioners are to hold a public hearing at their next regular meeting to consider an economic development project to be located at Burton Park and for it to provide at least 100 new jobs at above the Onslow County median wage...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Onslow Commissioners Honor Telecommunicators and Others

Twelve Onslow County Telecommunicators have been honored for outstanding services, including saving lives by competent and calm direction during medical emergencies. The twelve were honored in a regul...

Farmers' Market Season Begins April 23

Open Every Saturday from 8AM-12PM at 4024 Richlands Hwy. April 23 -Nov 19

Evaluating Your Revaluation

Click here to find comparable sales data for your property. If you need assistance call the Appraisal Department at 910 455-7431.

88,282 Onslow Revaluation Notices in the Mail

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

After a volunteer group dissolved, the Onslow Board of Commissioners have agreed to help continue operations of the Onslow County Farmers Market. Commissioners also approved accepting a grant to start a Veterans Treatment Court and gave formal approval to...

Onslow County Museum Turns “Inside/Out”

Onslow County Museum is opening a new exhibit called “Inside/Out” which features rarely seen items from the Museum’s collection and archives. Located in the changing gallery, this yearlong exhibition will feature different ar...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Onslow Commissioners have approved a request to ask for State lottery funds to help expand a middle school and to construct a new elementary school well as participating with occupancy tax funds for a Welcome Center. The Commissioners were meeting in a re...

Onslow County Museum Selected to Host Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit Highlighting Rural America

One of only six museums selected in North Carolina to host this exciting exhibit. Will be featured in the rotating gallery next year, May 2023 – June 2023.

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Onslow Commissioners gave approval for the purchase of a 12-acre parcel that could help expand the Jacksonville High School site. The Commissioners were meeting in a regular session Monday, February 21, 2022, and in other action rezoned about 269 acres of...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

The Onslow County Board of Commissioners have unanimously approved accepting a grant that will help provide body cameras for Onslow Sheriff’s Deputies. A $129,537 grant from the US Department of Justice will be used to start the body camera syst...

Nonprofit Grant Application Period Open

All applications for funding & required documentation are due March 1

Lesser Used Solid Waste Collection Sites to Close

Some lesser-used Onslow County Solid Waste Collection sites will close so that resources can be allocated to higher use sites. Revenue from the operations of those closing did not support the cost of operating those sites.

The County’s Solid Wast...

Citizen’s Law Enforcement Academy Registration Opens

The Spring 2022 Citizen’s Law Enforcement Academy will begin Tuesday March 8th, meeting every Tuesday night for 10 weeks from 6–9PM, ending the evening of May 10, 2022.

The 30-hour program is designed to provide attendees with information about th...

COVID-19 Exposure Decision Guide

If you've been exposed to COVID-19 and want to know what to do, the Onslow County COVID-19 Decision Guide will make it easy to decide what to do next.

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

The Onslow Board of Commissioners will meet in a regular session at 6PM, Wednesday, January 19, 2022, in the Commissioners’ Chambers at the Onslow County Government Center, 234 NW Corridor Blvd, Jacksonville, NC. The meeting is being held on a W...

Dr. Martin Luther King Essay and Spoken Word Contest Winners

Thank you to everyone that participated in our first Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay and Spoken Word contest. Everyone did an amazing job!

FEMA Assists Onslow County EMS

Two FEMA Strike Team fully staffed ambulances are now on duty in Onslow County helping to deal with a COVID-19 surge in calls and staff shortages. Onslow Emergency Services reached out to FEMA for assistance who through partnerships are supplying the two ...

Low Income Energy Assistance Program

Onslow County offers a Low Income Energy Assistance Program. Eligible households may receive a credit on their heating bill once per year. The application period is open now.

For more info contact Onslow County DSS at 910 219-4820.

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

The Onslow Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning that could provide for more than 150 new housing units. The approval came after two public hearings held during the regular session Monday, January 3, 2022.  

The Board also received a...

New Tax Bill Payment Site

Search for and Pay Your Tax Bill Online. Payment Deadline is January 5, 2022.

Commissioners Pledge $5 Million to Affordable Housing Development

The Onslow Board of Commissioners has voted to support an affordable housing project that they hope will help many county residents. In a unanimous vote, the board voted to support a proposal from Carolina Statewide Development LLC, an Onslow County firm ...

Candidate Filing Period Suspended by Court Order

NC Supreme Court suspends filing for 2022 primaries and delays election to May 17, 2022. Dates for new candidate filing period yet to be determined and any previous filings will remain.

Holiday Shopping Safety Tips

Onslow County Sheriff Hans Miller is encouraging shoppers to stay safe this holiday season. “This time of year attracts more shopping-related criminal activity because of the larger crowds, the extended store hours & shorter daylight. These ...

Runway Extension Project makes Airport Eligible for Significant Aeronautical Development

A $29-million investment in the just adopted State Budget will allow larger and heavier aircraft at the Albert J. Ellis Airport. The project could promote new business, jobs and other economic development for the County. The announcement of the record set...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Workshop Meeting

The Onslow County Board of Commissioners will meet in a workshop session at 9:30AM, Monday, December 13, 2021 in the Commissioners’ Chambers at the Onslow County Government Center, 234 NW Corridor Blvd, Jacksonville, NC.

The Board will consider p...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Wreath Laying Ceremony to Honor Those Who Perished as First Responders

Honors to First Responders who died in service to the County, will be given by the Onslow County Board of Commissioners in a Wreath Laying Ceremony, 10:30AM Thursday, November 18, 2021.

To be held at the Public Safety Memorial at 211 NW Corridor Blvd (at t...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Onslow County Solid Waste Shredder Begins Operation

Onslow County Solid Waste has a new tool that will prolong the life span of its landfill by offsetting costs and improving waste compaction. The VZ 950 Titan shredder recently entered service after a testing period that included multiple other types of in...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

The Onslow Board of Commissioners met at 11AM, Monday, November 1, 2021 in the Commissioners’ Chambers at the Onslow County Government Center, 234 NW Corridor Blvd, Jacksonville, NC. The following are summaries of the actions taken and are not o...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Special Meeting

Items on the agenda include review of Onslow County's debt capacity model, capital and public school needs. Staff will present an update on American Rescue Plan Act projects including the Emergency Operations Center expansion and Landfill expansi...

Smart911 Now Available in Onslow County

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Halloween Safety Tips

Soon our streets will be scattered with little ghosts, goblins, and witches trick-or-treating this Halloween. “Halloween should be filled with surprise and enjoyment and following some common-sense practices can keep events safer and more fun,” says Onslo...

Social Services Annual Report Available

The Department of Social Services began developing its annual report about 2 years ago with the intent to inform and educate Citizens and community partners regarding the social and economic impact of DSS in the community. DSS is responsible for administe...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting

Onslow County Board of Commissioners will be meeting in a regular session at 11AM,  Monday, October 4, 2021 in the Commissioners’ chambers, 234 NW Corridor Blvd.

Items on the agenda include the presentation of the annual report for the D...

County Investments and MCB Camp Lejeune Agreement Improves Fire Districts

One of the departments is also significantly lowering what homeowners in their area must pay for fire insurance as part of the arrangement and their work to improve their capabilities and protection for the firefighters.

The arrangement calls on the MCB Ca...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Special Meeting

The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m., Onslow County Government Center, Commissioners’ Chambers, 234 NW Corridor Boulevard, Jacksonville.

The purpose of the meeting is for consideration of a Joint Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System, including the proposed...

Onslow County Board of Commissioners' Meeting