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UNC Health Lenoir has once again been nationally recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional care, earning six prestigious American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® awards for excellence in heart failure, stroke and resuscitation care.
Kinston Community Health Center (KCHC) is pleased to announce that the American Heart Association (AHA) has provided funding for the purchase of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for the organization's Mobile Medical Unit, further strengthening emergency preparedness and enhancing patient safety for individuals receiving care throughout eastern North Carolina.
In the past decade, the value of scholarships offered Lenoir County Public Schools’ graduating seniors has more than tripled, hitting a high mark this year of $37 million. Quantity is only half the story, however. In racking up impressive dollar totals year after year, LCPS graduates have proved to be strong competitors for the biggest and best merit scholarships around.
Footloose showcases an unforgettable cast of adults who bring empathy, conviction, and emotional depth to the stage, laying the foundation of the story with powerful performances that explore family, faith, and redemption.
The Jones County Board of Commissioners approved several major items during a special meeting Monday, including placing a countywide mixed beverage referendum on the November ballot, advancing an $870,000 recreational improvement project at Brock Mill Pond and opposing proposed federal grant administration changes that county officials said could create significant financial risks for small counties.
North Carolina will begin eliminating physical vehicle registration cards and annual license plate renewal stickers this fall under a provision included in the state budget.
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals wanted for questioning in connection with a reported theft from Brothers Store.
Recovery Together ENC recently hosted a collaborative training event to distribute lifesaving One Boxes to local organizations, hoping to strengthen community response to opioid response overdose. These emergency kits provide simple, step-by-step guidance for reversing an opioid overdose and are designed to empower everyday citizens to act quickly during a crisis.
Kinston Public Services is warning utility customers about scam calls from individuals claiming to represent the department and threatening service disconnection over alleged nonpayment.
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
I recently wrote about some of the signers of the Declaration of Independence who suffered personal and professional losses during the American Revolution. Today, I want to highlight just a few of the signers who became significant figures in the newly formed American republic.
Friends and family are organizing a golf tournament fundraiser to support Glen Stalnaker, who was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease, in May.
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.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Join us for hot dogs with all the fixings, grilled street corn, homemade apple hand pies, shaved ice, local vendors, family activities, and a celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
In less than two weeks, five young women from three LCPS high schools will sharpen their focus on their favorite academic subjects this summer while attending the highly selective North Carolina Governor’s School.
Performs professional work involved in the design, construction, inspection and maintenance of a variety of public works and utility facilities, and related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Engineering Project Manager. Limited supervision may be exercised over temporary employees.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County Emergency Services will conduct a fire department training exercise Saturday, July 11, from 8 a.m. to noon near John Mewborne Road and Spirit Way.
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