MAYSVILLE — The Town of Maysville’s plan for a new downtown social district is drawing both support and skepticism as the town looks to bring more activity to its downtown area.
Neuse News Sports is officially expanding its footprint across Eastern North Carolina with the launch of “The Trey Scott Sports Show,” a new weekly live sports talk show premiering Monday, May 25 at 7 p.m.
I am a content creator, a connector, a beauty enthusiast, and someone who genuinely believes that young people have something powerful and impactful to say.
Kinston City Council approved new zoning rules for tobacco, vape, hemp and CBD retailers Tuesday, while also moving forward with demolition funding, traffic signal upgrades, several special event permits and an employee wellness incentive increase.
When Cynthia Cash took over DeOGee Spaw a year ago, she started with herself, a small client base and a goal of making the downtown Kinston pet business feel less like a kennel and more like home.
Lenoir County commissioners received their first public look Monday at a proposed 2026-27 budget that would keep the county’s current tax rate in place while increasing spending for employee pay, school capital needs, tax reappraisal work, transit support and several ongoing capital projects.
Kinston City Council will consider establishing a $300,000 capital project Tuesday to address condemned structures and other code violation properties inside the city.
The Community Recovery Division of the Lenoir County Health Department in partnership with the Greene County Department of Public Health and the Recovery Together ENC Center are proud to join communities across the nation in recognizing Recovery Court Month, a time dedicated to honoring the strength, resilience, and commitment of individuals progressing through local Recovery Courts—and the community partners who stand beside them every step of the way.
Lenoir County commissioners will get their first look Monday at County Manager Michael James’ recommended budget for fiscal year 2026-27.
Emerging economic development professionals from across North Carolina gathered in Kinston this week for the 2026 Emerging Executives Forum, a two-day event hosted by the North Carolina Economic Development Association and presented by ECS Southeast and the Lenoir County Development Alliance.
Observing the Memorial Day Weekend has a somber purpose. It is set aside to honor the memory of those in military branches who died while in service to our country. It is a weekend to remember the cost of freedom for the United States of America.
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
Western Carolina University congratulates the 3,170 students named to the Chancellor's List for Spring 2026. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher. Students named to the Chancellor's list are also named to the Dean's List.
The Environmental Services Coordinator is responsible for overseeing custodial operations across multiple campus buildings. This position serves as a working supervisor who provides hands-on training, conducts routine inspections, ensures compliance with established cleaning standards, and coordinates event setups.
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom/lab/clinical instruction. The Associate Degree Nursing Instructor is responsible for providing one-on-one and whole group instruction so that students are able to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment.
The Aviation Systems Technology/Airframe & Powerplant Instructor is responsible for providing quality and industry standard instruction in aviation systems topics through the use of seated, online, and lab courses. The Instructor is responsible for providing innovative and engaging instruction and ensuring that course topics and examples evolve with advancements in the field.
The Skilled Maintenance Technician – HVAC is responsible for general maintenance of facilities to avoid possible failure and malfunctions. This individual will report to the Maintenance Supervisor on the servicing, repairing, and basic day-to-day needs of the Facilities Maintenance Department. HVAC systems and controls are a critical focus of this role.
The Assistant Clinical Specialist will provide support to the Clinical Program Specialist - Emergency Medical Science and Clinical Program Specialist - Workforce Development and Continuing Education with regard to clinical site management and student clinical scheduling for Emergency Medical Science (EMS) programs as well as Workforce Development and Continuing Education health-related programs.
Linda Dail Herring, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 while being cared for at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. A service of love and remembrance will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Rouse Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Broadwell officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Committal will follow in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Isabelle Wiggins Eubank, 98, of Kinston and formerly of Trenton, NC, went to her heavenly home on Monday morning, May 18, 2026. A visitation will be held on Monday, May 25, 2026, 1-2 PM, at Edwards Funeral Home with a funeral service to follow immediately after. Interment will follow at Trenton Municipal Cemetery.
Another academic year has come and gone, and Greene Early College High School has had so much to celebrate. On May 7, 2026, the Class of 2026 distinguished itself academically, with graduates earning 16 Associate in Arts, 9 Associate in Science degrees, and 20 Certificates from Lenoir Community College, reflecting Greene Early College’s continued emphasis on college and career readiness.
Vendors are bringing fresh greens, cabbage collards, squash, zucchini, onions, potatoes, strawberries, peaches, local eggs, baked goods, preservative-free granola, fresh spring honey, native plants, crafts, and more.
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted April 2026 unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, remaining unchanged from March’s revised rate. The national rate was unchanged at 4.3 percent.
On May 22, 2026, KPD’s D-Squad responded to a report of a Breaking & Entering at the Dollar Tree located at 201 W. Vernon Avenue. Through remote access to the security camera system, the caller was able to provide officers with real-time updates while officers responded to the scene.
The Environmental Services Coordinator is responsible for overseeing custodial operations across multiple campus buildings. This position serves as a working supervisor who provides hands-on training, conducts routine inspections, ensures compliance with established cleaning standards, and coordinates event setups.
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom/lab/clinical instruction. The Associate Degree Nursing Instructor is responsible for providing one-on-one and whole group instruction so that students are able to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment.
The Aviation Systems Technology/Airframe & Powerplant Instructor is responsible for providing quality and industry standard instruction in aviation systems topics through the use of seated, online, and lab courses. The Instructor is responsible for providing innovative and engaging instruction and ensuring that course topics and examples evolve with advancements in the field.
The Skilled Maintenance Technician – HVAC is responsible for general maintenance of facilities to avoid possible failure and malfunctions. This individual will report to the Maintenance Supervisor on the servicing, repairing, and basic day-to-day needs of the Facilities Maintenance Department. HVAC systems and controls are a critical focus of this role.
The Assistant Clinical Specialist will provide support to the Clinical Program Specialist - Emergency Medical Science and Clinical Program Specialist - Workforce Development and Continuing Education with regard to clinical site management and student clinical scheduling for Emergency Medical Science (EMS) programs as well as Workforce Development and Continuing Education health-related programs.
Linda Dail Herring, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 while being cared for at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. A service of love and remembrance will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Rouse Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Broadwell officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Committal will follow in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Isabelle Wiggins Eubank, 98, of Kinston and formerly of Trenton, NC, went to her heavenly home on Monday morning, May 18, 2026. A visitation will be held on Monday, May 25, 2026, 1-2 PM, at Edwards Funeral Home with a funeral service to follow immediately after. Interment will follow at Trenton Municipal Cemetery.
Ms. Nellie Dianna Smith, age 87, passed away Tuesday morning, May 19, 2026, at her home in Goldsboro. A service to remember and celebrate her life will be held 3 PM Thursday, May 21st, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Jason McKnight officiating. The family will greet friends and extended relatives immediately following the service. A private interment will be held at the Snow Hill Cemetery.
Annette Cheshire Strain, 77, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 1pm-2pm at Queen Street United Methodist Church, with a service immediately after. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband of almost 30 years.
Diane Tyndall Hill, of La Grange, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Magnolia Cottages on May 14, 2026. Funeral services will be held at Wheat Swamp Christian Church on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Visitation will follow the service.
Mrs. Nancy Ormond Jernigan, age 87, passed away Wednesday morning, May 13, 2026, at Greendale Forest Nursing Center in Snow Hill. A lifelong resident of Greene County, she was born February 27, 1939, the daughter of Charlie F. and Anna Davis Ormond.
Phyllis Kay Smith, of Grifton, formerly of Atlantic Beach, passed away peacefully at home on May 9, 2026 at the age of 78. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 16, at 2 pm at Sharon United Methodist Church, Kinston. The family will receive friends following the service.
Ronald Keith Everett, a beloved husband, father, stepfather, brother, and grandfather, passed away on May 9, 2026, in Alexandria, Louisiana. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date to honor this remarkable man whose legacy lives on through each life he touched.
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