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Recapturing ‘Homecoming Day 1946’

One of the most ambitious and heartfelt events during 20th century Lenoir County was held in Kinston on Wednesday June 19, 1946. Spearheaded by the Joseph Dixon Roundtree American Legion Post No. 43, an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 people attended a day-long series of activities honoring the men and women of Lenoir County who served in WWII. 

Creating an “Ideal Liberty Town”

Part of Kinston’s enduring World War II legacy revolves around its two USOs in operation from 1942 through the end of the war. More than 700,000 men and women from Camp Lejeune, Cherry Point, Camp Davis and the Marine Corps Auxiliary Airfield-Kinston visited these two facilities during the WWII.

Sold-out Social Media Summit 2025 highlights AI’s impact on business

Magic Mile Media’s Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025) brought together business leaders, marketers, students and educators to explore the role of AI in social media and business. Experts emphasized AI’s potential to automate processes, enhance creativity, and transform industries. “If you’re not taking advantage of AI today, your competitors are—and they will win,” said Jason Michael Perry, urging businesses to adopt AI-driven strategies.