Today beginning at 10:00 AM there will be a collection point at the market for new or gently used toys, books and games to be given to the children at the LCC shelter for flood victims.
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Junious Smith III column: A brief window of normalcy
It might've seemed trivial to cover a volleyball game this week, but it brought a bit of normalcy.
Hog Farming is a part of NC's ecosystem
North Carolina is the second largest producer of hogs in the United States, with more than two million pigs in Duplin County alone. According to the North Carolina Pork Council, hogs are a $2.9 billion industry in the state, accounting for 46,000 jobs.
Arendell Parrott uses big run to defeat Southampton Academy
With a run of 34 straight points, Arendell Parrott shrugged off an early deficit to defeat Southampton Academy 42-22 Friday on the road.
BREAKING: Neuse River at Kinston Reaches 3rd Highest Crest - 8:31 PM on Friday, Sept 21st
UPDATED: As of 8:31 PM on Friday, September 21st the Neuse River at Kinston, according to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, has crested at 25.8 feet, which is a Major Flood. This is now the third highest crest at the Neuse River at Kinston’s history and the second Major Flood in 23 months.
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. there will be insurance tents set up for those who need to contact providers.
LIVE: King Street Bridge is Closed
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Major Ryan Dawson and Lenoir County’s Public Information Officer Bryan Hanks gave updates on road closures as of 3:23 PM on Thursday, September 20th.
LIVE: Hwy 258 South is now CLOSED
LIVE from the Hwy 258 South closure at Hardee's and Hampton Inn. Also some other important updates.
Jones County looks to rebuild, recover from Hurricane Florence
For the third time in 19 years, a hurricane has hit Jones County, but Florence brought elements other storms didn’t, making the process tougher.
Jones County Manager, Chairman talk about state of their communities
At a press conference on Tuesday, Jones County Manager Franky Howard and Jones County Commissioner Chairman Mike Haddock were on hand to discuss the effects of Hurricane Florence on their communities.
While all eyes have been focused on New Bern as it felt the brunt of the storm early on, there is another Craven County town that is anxious to see what the lingering effects of Hurricane Florence will be.
Red Cross, SPCA seek supplies for LCC shelter
The American Red Cross and Lenoir County SPCA seek donations for those at the LCC shelter.
Trent River in Trenton reaches second-highest level in history
The Trent River has hit historic levels in Jones County with the crest of 21.75 feet, the second highest on record.
Bethel Christian serves meals to hundreds at Southeast
Bethel Christian served meals to hundreds at Southeast Elementary Monday with intentions to do the same Tuesday morning.
Jones County faces long road to recovery
"Our citizens have been hit hard. It's going to take a long time to recover from this."
Duke Energy - Lenoir County Hurricane Florence Update
Statement from Duke Energy for Lenoir County and an interactive power outage map for our area.
UNC Health Care Extends Free Access Period to Virtual Care Service for Hurricane Victims
Free access to UNC Health Care’s virtual care service, UNC Urgent Care 24/7, will be available for persons physically located in the State of North Carolina through Sunday, September 23rd at 11:59 pm.
Greene, Jones County residents reflect on Hurricane Florence
Greene, Jones County residents reflect on Hurricane Florence
CFC goes door-to-door in flood-prone areas
The Community Feeding a Community group went to several flood zone areas in Kinston on Sunday.
Neuse River could reach third-highest level ever
The Neuse River could crest at 25 feet by Friday, which would be the third-highest level on record