Stories
Stories, guides, and insights about life in Onslow County
History
Camp Davis and the Holly Ridge Boom: When a Tiny Village Became a City Overnight
During WWII, the quiet crossroads of Holly Ridge exploded from 28 residents to over 110,000 as Camp Davis became one of the largest military training facilities in the country.
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February 6, 2026253
History
Camp Lejeune: How World War II Built the Marine Corps' East Coast Home
In 1941, the Marines needed a massive new training base on the East Coast. They chose 174 square miles of Onslow County farmland and forest — and transformed it forever.
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February 4, 2026381