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Governor Stein Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Storm

(RALEIGH) Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency as North Carolina prepares for the impacts of a major winter storm. On Thursday, January 22, at 11:15 a.m., Governor Stein will hold a media briefing to provide updates on the status of storm preparations. He will be joined by NC Department of Public Safety Secretary Jeff Smythe, NC Department of Transportation Secretary Daniel Johnson, NC Emergency Management Director Will Ray, NC State Highway Patrol Colonel Freddy Johnson, and NC National Guard Major General Todd Hunt. 

Election Night Results Show on Facebook Live - Tuesday, Nov 3rd at 7:30

Our 3rd annual General Election Night Results Show (and our 1st presidential) begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, November 3rd. Our Neuse News team will bring you results and analysis from Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties, including the State of NC and the presidential election.

Sponsored in part by Brooks Poole, Realtor our show will be hosted by Publisher BJ Murphy and co-anchored by Correspondent Catherine Hardee and Political Analyst Tyndall Davis.

John Hood: Virus response fits government’s role

The outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in China, and its subsequent spread around the globe, have produced serious consequences — medical, social, and economic. Thousands have already died, including dozens in the United States. Many more are seeking testing and treatment, putting tremendous strain on hospitals and clinics. Responding to such events is a core function of government in a free society.

How a 2-year degree led to 30-year career 

When Ivy Albertson of La Grange enrolled at Lenoir Community College in 1968, minimum wage was $1.60. Thankfully, her tuition was not that expensive. "Tuition was less than $40," Albertson said. "I headed to LCC soon after graduating from North Lenoir High School. There were only two buildings on the LCC campus at that time. Being a college student was my first taste of freedom...”