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Update: The Kinston City Council and Lenoir County commissioners will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, to discuss matters related to the Down East Bird Dawgs. The council will then consider Municipal Service District requests regarding its operations and a proposed litigation settlement.
Lenoir County commissioners supported a $52 million grant application to replace Woodington Middle School, approved a campground with a protective berm requirement and raised county transit fares during their meeting Monday, Sept. 21.
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners and Kinston City Council will hold a special joint meeting at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, to discuss matters related to the Down East Bird Dawgs.
Lenoir County commissioners approved an all-way stop at Smith-Grady Road and Burncoat Road on Tuesday, along with contracts, grants, appointments and several budget-related items during their regular meeting.
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners denied a special use permit Monday for a proposed campground at 759 Cobb Road after nearby residents raised concerns about traffic, safety, drainage and the effect on the surrounding neighborhood.
Lenoir County will move from an eight-year real property reappraisal cycle to a four-year cycle after officials said shorter cycles could help reduce sticker shock for property owners.
Lenoir County commissioners approved a payment schedule to address more than $1.8 million in sales tax distribution discrepancies involving several volunteer fire departments.
Lenoir County commissioners approved a $105.1 million budget after a divided debate over the tax rate, public transportation funding and whether the county should reduce the burden on property owners following revaluation.
Lenoir County commissioners will get their first look Monday at County Manager Michael James’ recommended budget for fiscal year 2026-27.
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners on Monday, Oct. 20, approved a slate of budget items and contracts, set a public hearing for a proposed campground, and received an update on the Kinston Riverwalk project that is pushing toward construction funding by June 2026.
In a move aimed at strengthening collaboration and spurring regional growth, the City of Kinston and Lenoir County Government held the inaugural meeting of their newly formed Joint Working Committee this week.
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners honored community volunteers and voiced support for the creation of a Public Defender’s Office during its regular meeting last month at the Lenoir County Administration Building.
Keith King was sworn into office Wednesday afternoon at a specially-called meeting of the board. He replaces Chad Rouse, who tendered his resignation to the board earlier this week.
The Lenoir County Commissioners recognized the Governor's 2023 Volunteer Service Award Recipient, Ms. Sarah Elizabeth Wentz at their most recent meeting.
Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy has "A Conversation with... Lenoir County Commissioners Chair Linda Rouse Sutton." They discuss the recent employee pay study, the history and future of the 1/4 cent sales tax, and more.
On Monday, NC Senator Jim Perry (R-Lenoir, Wayne) introduced Senate Bill 767 to allow the recall of the Lenoir County Board of Education members. Prior to the introduction of the bill, Perry sent communication of his intent to the Lenoir County School Board and the Lenoir County Commissioners.
“What I'm not going to do is ignore the parents of our community when a significant number of them have reached out and expressed concern about their feelings of when their thoughts and concerns were dismissed and they had no system to address their grievances,” said Perry. “They felt ignored like they were not heard.”
According to multiple sources, former NC House Representative and Lenoir County Chairman George Graham has passed away. Graham was born on February 16, 1949. He was 73. Graham served as a member of the NC House from 2013 through 2018 and served the citizens of Lenoir County for over 30 years on the board of commissioners.
In the last meeting for February, the Lenoir County Commissioners approved a Begging and Solicitation Ordinance for Lenoir County.
This county has been selflessly served for years by many dedicated emergency service workers. Some of the most highly skilled workers in their given fields. Employees with 20 years’ experience and a firm dedication to the safety of my family and every citizen of this county.
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