February: Looking back: Neuse News’ most-read stories of 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, Neuse News is looking back at the stories that mattered most to our readers throughout the year. From breaking news and public safety to education, local government, and community milestones, these were the five most-read articles each month. This retrospective highlights the moments that sparked conversation, raised questions, and shaped life across Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties in 2025.
Feb 1 – 28, 2025
LCPS releases second Nine Week Honor Roll/Principal’s List names
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to recognize students who made their schools’ Principal’s List and Honor Roll in the second nine weeks of classes this school year. Congratulations to everyone who has been named!
North Lenoir Sophomore Lexy Rouse wins Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant
The Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant is an esteemed annual event in Kinston, North Carolina, celebrating the talent, poise, and community involvement of young women in the area. The upcoming pageant is scheduled for February 22, 2025, at 7 PM, at the Kinston/Lenoir County Performing Arts Center.
Just after 9:30 pm on Friday, February 21, 2025, the La Grange Fire Department, with the assistance of the North Lenoir Volunteer Fire Department and the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office, responded to fire alarms sounding at E.B. Frink Middle School.
Lenoir County Public Schools adjusts calendar to make up for winter weather
The Lenoir County Board of Education has approved a plan to adjust the school calendar in order to make up for instructional time lost due to recent winter weather. The decision was made at the board's regular meeting on February 3, 2025.
The Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant is an esteemed annual event in Kinston, North Carolina, celebrating the talent, poise, and community involvement of young women in the area. The upcoming pageant is scheduled for February 22, 2025, at 7 PM, at the Kinston/Lenoir County Performing Arts Center.
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