 The newest U.S. citizen in eastern North Carolina says this year, Independence Day, has been a special day for them. After 23 immigrants took their oath of citizenship, the annual 4th of July naturalization ceremony in Kenston. Kenston Mayor Don Hardy. I'm just excited to be here and to see that there's a smile on people's faces and people have accomplished a great goal as becoming a U.S. citizen. You're listening to NCN News.