Temperatures will once again be well into the 90s today, with heat indices (what it feels like), around 105°.
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Greene County commissioners approve USDA school financing application after contentious meeting with closed session
SNOW HILL — The Greene County Board of Commissioners approved applying for up to $14 million in USDA Rural Development financing Monday for school construction-related projects, including a new elementary school, relocation of administrative offices and a new bus garage, after one commissioner questioned whether the matter was appropriate for closed-session discussion.
Greene commissioners to consider USDA financing for school project
SNOW HILL — The Greene County Board of Commissioners will consider several capital project and school funding items when it meets Monday, June 29.
Greene County commissioners handle tax appeal, proclamations, pay plan and grant closeout
Greene County commissioners handled a tax appeal, proclamations, board reappointments, a county pay plan and a youth sports grant closeout during their regular meeting Monday.
Greene County approves $60,448 opioid settlement spending plan
Greene County commissioners approved a resolution directing $60,448 in opioid settlement funds toward treatment, recovery support, housing assistance and naloxone distribution during the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Greene County adopts 2026-27 budget with lower property tax rate
Greene County commissioners approved the county’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget, adopting a $27.1 million general fund and setting the general fund property tax rate at 78.35 cents per $100 valuation.
Greene County commissioners to consider budget, opioid funds and pay plan Monday
SNOW HILL — Greene County commissioners are scheduled to consider the county’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget ordinance during their Monday, June 15 meeting, along with several items tied to public health, county employee pay, youth sports facilities and local cultural recognition.
New order restricts phones, electronic devices in Lenoir, Greene Superior Courtrooms
A new administrative order restricts the possession and use of cell phones, smart watches, cameras and other electronic devices in Superior Courtrooms in Lenoir and Greene counties.
Greene County Manager Proposes FY 2026-27 Budget With Steady Tax Rate, Fee Increases and Salary Adjustments
Greene County Manager Kyle DeHaven has presented a proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget that keeps the county’s property tax rate steady while recommending several fee increases, salary adjustments and targeted spending changes.
State's ban on open burning lifted for Lenoir, Greene & Jones Counties
RALEIGH – The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for 81 counties effective 8 a.m. Sunday, May 3. The statewide ban on open burning went into effect March 28 due to hazardous forest fire conditions, and the ban remains in effect for 19 counties across the state.
Greene County Commissioners Approve ECC Withdrawal and Opioid Settlement Participation; Oppose Property Tax Reform Measure
The Greene County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM at the Greene County Operations Center in Snow Hill.
Greene County to launch update of land use plan
Greene County commissioners are expected Monday to hear the opening presentation for a new comprehensive land use plan, the first countywide update since 2012.
Greene County commissioners to consider withdrawal from Eastern Carolina Council
The Greene County Board of Commissioners is scheduled Monday to consider whether to withdraw from the Eastern Carolina Council, placing the county alongside other local governments that have recently reexamined their relationship with the regional organization.
Ram Fest returns Saturday to Greene County Recreation Complex
Greene County residents are invited to the second annual Ram Fest on Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Greene County Recreation Complex.
Eastern Carolina Firefighters Association Makes History in Greene County
The Eastern Carolina Firefighters Association (ECFA) held its quarterly meeting Thursday night at the Snow Hill Rural Fire Department, marking a historic milestone for the organization, which is in its 101st year of existence. The gathering drew approximately 130 attendees, filling the firehouse to capacity and requiring extra chairs to be brought in from an adjoining conference room. Members from 8 of Greene County’s 11 volunteer fire departments were in attendance.
Greene County commissioners to consider adopting updated transportation plan
Greene County commissioners are scheduled Monday to consider adopting an updated Comprehensive Transportation Plan that would guide transportation development in the county for the next 10 years.
Greene County commissioners to consider accepting $70,000 bequest for animal shelter
Greene County commissioners are scheduled Monday to consider accepting a $70,000 bequest left to the Greene County Animal Shelter.
Greene County to hold public hearing on joining C-PACE financing program
Greene County commissioners are scheduled Monday to hold a public hearing on whether the county should join North Carolina’s Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure, or C-PACE, program, a state-authorized financing tool for certain private property improvements.
Greene County 2026 Governor's Volunteer Awards Recipients
(Snow Hill, NC) – The North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service has presented the 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award to Samantha Gay, Virginia Thomas, Dorothy Harrison, Chester Harrison, and Greene Central FFA. The Governor’s Volunteer Service Award honors people who have shown concern and compassion for their neighbors by making a significant contribution to their community through volunteer service.
NWS: An icy Thursday morning commute likely
Rain today combined with high temperatures well into the 40s should bring some good melting. Unfortunately colder air moves back in tonight into early Thursday.