Junious Smith III attempts to deliver a bit of motivation during some time of reflection.
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Mike Parker: Ten warning signs of teen dating violence
Neuse News columnist Mike Parker continues his advice on teen dating violence.
Lenoir County man stranded on Beltline
Neuse News columnist Jon Dawson shares his views on traveling in the Triangle.
Bryan Hanks: Remembering Rep. Walter B. Jones
Neuse News Editor Bryan Hanks recalls one of the good guys — U.S. Rep. Walter B. Jones, who passed away on Sunday on his 76th birthday.
Mike Parker: Educate your teen about dating violence this month
Neuse News columnist Mike Parker reminds us that February is Teen Dating Violence Month.
Dr. Escabi: Diabetes 101
Why do I write this? Not to give the impression that I have something against medicine, and certainly not to make anyone feel bad about their choices. I do it because even though I’m not against medication, I am against giving unnecessary medication.
Colbert inspires Humphrey to push for cart legislation
A young man’s nightmare of seeing Stephen Colbert without makeup has spurred a N.C. Rep. Chris Humphrey into action.
Reece Gardner: Ready for some inspiration?
Neuse News Columnist Reece Gardner shares some tales that will inspire you.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Ballgame snacks
Neuse News columnist and Cooperative Extension Director Tammy Kelly is ready to help you be more healthy for your Super Bowl party.
Jane Phillips: Black History Month celebration — Montford Point Marine Jim McGee of Kinston
Kinston’s James B. ‘Jim’ McGee was a proud member of the Montford Point Marines.
Junious Smith III: Super Bowl LIII - My favorite team vs my least favorite with Kinston toughness
Junious Smith III is conflicted as a hometown hero is participating in Super Bowl LIII for his least-favorite team against his favorite squad.
Tommy Mattocks: Conferences, classifications, enrollment: Part II
In an earlier post, we talked about how Kinston, North Lenoir and South Lenoir finally wound up in the same conference. Today, we would like to dive into some actual Enrollment numbers to see how stable this conference is going forward toward the next realignment period coming up in the next year or two.
Mike Parker: The truth about Lincoln, the Civil War and slavery
Neuse News columnist Mike Parker on the Civil War and the commonly-held assumption the war was primarily waged to end slavery.
Bryan Hanks turns 60 Part III: The Rabid Flamingo
Among the attendees was Neuse News publisher BJ Murphy and his father, Buster. When Hanks joined the party dressed in pink Zebra-print pajama pants, a visibly flustered Buster Murphy flashed back to a recent trip to Florida where he was attacked by a rabid flamingo. In an attempt to protect the women and children at the party, Buster Murphy tackled Bryan Hanks.
Jane Phillips: The USS George F. Parrott
Neuse News historical columnist Jane Phillips introduces you to a true American hero from Kinston - George Fountain Parrott.
Reece Gardner: On the Buzzfeed report, pear trees and speed limits
Neuse News columnist Reece Gardner reacts to last week’s Buzzfeed report.
Mike Parker: 'Historical cleansing' continues at UNC
The toppling of the Silent Sam statue at UNC — and the aftermath by administrators — is abominable.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Artichokes are a super food!
Who knew the simple artichoke is a superhero?
Bryan Hanks turns 60 Part II: Electric Boogaloo
Everyone agreed to the plan too easily, therefore I sat in wait of the moment a fly would crash into the ointment. As it happened, the fly landed the Wednesday before the trip. Hanks decided to go to a hockey game in Raleigh on Friday night, which made sense as he'd gone upwards of three minutes without attending a sporting event that week.
Jane Phillips: Kinston's showplace — The Pollock Hotel
Neuse News columnist and Kinston historian Jane Phillips recalls the Pollock Hotel, one of the town’s former glories.