Timmy “Tim” Rick Colie, 66, quietly departed this life for life eternal on Tuesday evening, April 16, 2024. A service of love and remembrance will be held at 3:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home on Sunday, April 21, 2024 with Pastor Linda Grider officiating. Committal with military honors will follow at Westview Cemetery. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home on Saturday, April 20, 2024.
An 18-year-old has been arrested and charged with a February shooting of a 15-year-old juvenile in La Grange.
The loss of a student is always tragic. Our first thoughts are for the family of Za’Dok Clark and LCPS extends to them our heartfelt sympathy. The LCPS crisis management team is at Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School today to provide additional counseling and support services for students and staff members and will be there as long as needed.
Snow HIll - Snow Hill Primary recently named 1st Grade Teacher, Margaret D’Jernes as this year’s Teacher of the Year. She graduated in 2017 and joined the staff at SHP immediately following. She shared that she completed her clinical teaching experiences at SHP and fell in love with the community so as soon as she had a chance she wanted to return to Snow Hill.
Snow Hill - The Greene Central High School National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) chapter inducted 64 new members on Thursday, April 11th at a ceremony in the Greene Central High School gymnasium. Membership in the National Technical Honor Society is highly selective and based on academic achievement, character, leadership, and dedication to the pursuit of excellence in a specific career or technical field.
Downtown Kinston Revitalization adopted from the City a downtown lot at the corner of W. North and Mitchell Streets to install a memorial garden in honor of Ms. Shirley Herring who had dedicated herself to beautifying downtown Kinston.
A 12-year-old boy has died due to a gunshot wound; the incident happened on the 2600 block of Dean Drive in Kinston a few minutes before 7 p.m. today. The incident is currently under investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office.
Susan Fort Fox, age 69, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Duke Hospital. Funeral services will be held at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Kinston, NC on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 2pm. Reception to follow in Moseley Hall.
Erin Greene, the third-grade teacher at Northwest Elementary School who was a finalist for the state’s Beginning Teacher of the Year award in 2019, moved higher in the echelon of educators Tuesday night when she was named LCPS Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025.
A video on the social media platform TikTok was shared with me where a content creator criticized PepsiCo for altering the iconic Aunt Jemima logo, one of the longest-running logos and trademarks in the history of American advertising.
The Regional Industry and Manufacturing Expo (RIME) 2024 kicked off today at the North Carolina Global TransPark, drawing high school students from across Greene, Jones, Lenoir, and Wayne Counties. The event aims to bridge the gap between students and career opportunities in eastern North Carolina's industrial sector.
Snow HIll - Greene Central High School has recently named their teacher of the year for this school year. This year Joanne Piner Duncan was chosen as the Ram’s Teacher of the Year.
Following a short standoff, a fugitive from Georgia was arrested Tuesday by deputies from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.
Gregory Allen Dail, 69, of North Topsail Beach, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024, following a brief illness. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Howard-Carter Funeral Home in Kinston.
Melissa Kay Sanderson, 40, was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, April 19, 2024, at 7PM at Sandy Bottom Baptist Church, 4568 NC-55, Kinston, NC 28504. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
William “Billy” McLawhorn, 76, of La Grange passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024, in New Bern. Services are private.
Betty N. McDevett, 89, of Kinston passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aprill 11, 2024, following a decline with her health. Services were private.
The culmination of years of effort and dedication was celebrated Tuesday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Lenoir County Farmer's Market commercial kitchen, with Dr. Tammy Kelly, Ed.D., County Extension Director, being honored for her tireless work in making the project a reality. The event, held at the Rick Holder Annex, marked a significant milestone for the community, bringing together local officials, stakeholders, and supporters to commemorate the occasion.
Snow HIll - Greene County Pre-K Center recently named Sarah Joyner as this year’s Teacher at Greene County Pre-K. Joyner is a proud graduate of Greene Central High School and a Snow Hill native. She did her post-high school studies at the University of Mount Olive with a degree in Birth-Kindergarten Education.
DEEP RUN — A new shopping destination has emerged in Deep Run offering a unique blend of styles and items from various vendors. The Collective Boutique, located adjacent to The Farmhouse, opened its doors on March 29th, introducing a diverse range of clothing, accessories, gifts, and more to the local community.
DEEP RUN - The recent FFA Plant Sale at South Lenoir High School provided a glimpse into the world of agricultural education, highlighting the efforts of students to cultivate and nurture various plants while learning essential skills for their future endeavors.
As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for a Child Support Agent II. Hiring Range: $36,530.34 - $55,585.24
On Tuesday April, 16, 2024 at 12:13 p.m., the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of a subject falling from a building on the 100 blk of E. Peyton Ave. Upon arrival, officers along with Fire-EMS personnel located a 76 year old female deceased on the west side of the building. This case is still under investigation, however there is no indication of homicide at this time.
Perry Lychak came from Canada to Kinston to play baseball and stayed on to become a teacher and coach and become beloved. Woodington Middle School has acknowledged that mutual affection by dedicating its baseball field as a memorial to the pitcher who found home here.
A 30-year-old La Grange man was arrested earlier this week on fentanyl distribution charges.
Three Lenoir County men were arrested earlier this week on a plethora of cocaine charges.
A Deep Run man was arrested in Pink Hill last week after he allegedly broke into a building and vehicle, stole child’s belongings and spray-painted multiple items.
The culmination of years of effort and dedication was celebrated Tuesday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Lenoir County Farmer's Market commercial kitchen, with Dr. Tammy Kelly, Ed.D., County Extension Director, being honored for her tireless work in making the project a reality. The event, held at the Rick Holder Annex, marked a significant milestone for the community, bringing together local officials, stakeholders, and supporters to commemorate the occasion.
DEEP RUN — A new shopping destination has emerged in Deep Run offering a unique blend of styles and items from various vendors. The Collective Boutique, located adjacent to The Farmhouse, opened its doors on March 29th, introducing a diverse range of clothing, accessories, gifts, and more to the local community.
Congratulations to the following Jabberwock Scholarship Pageant participants:
Kinston residents seeking wellness options can now visit Bloomlite, a new downtown store, located at 201 N Queen Street, specializing in USDA licensed hemp products. The company, previously operating online for three years, recently opened its first brick-and-mortar location, bringing its production and retail experience to Kinston.