Bethel Christian Academy will host an event on Feb. 19 that will help feed others and help raise money for needed equipment for the school.
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Popular body shop expands to new location
Garriss Body Shop has a second location, at 2750 N.C. 11 North in Kinston. The new shop can accommodate heavy trucks, including 18-wheelers.
Lions Industries employee receives special glasses
A longtime employee with the Lions Industry for the Blind has received a gift to help enhance her vision in life-changing ways.
KPD creates exchange location for online shoppers
If you bought something from an online seller — such as on Craigslist — the KPD has established a safe place to exchange your goods for money.
Lowe's donates smoke detectors for community safety
Need a smoke detector? A local business is ready to help.
Tolar is an LCC success story
A moment of self-reflection at a low point in her life was the motivation an LCC student needed to get her life back on track.
Perry named Pate's successor by Lenoir, Wayne GOP
Kinston businessman James ‘Jim’ Perry was selected by his fellow Republicans to replace Sen. Louis Pate in the N.C. Senate.
Chain saw safety class available on Feb. 4
A free chain saw safety class is being offered to area residents.
Delta Sigma Theta celebration coming soon
The Kinston alumnae chapter of a popular sorority is celebrating its anniversary next month.
Around Town: Hundreds enjoy 20th annual event at Arts Council
The 20th annual Soup and a Bowl at the Community Council for the Arts was another huge success.
Hemp farm raising funds in $30 million equity round
A local hemp farm is raising funds in an effort to turn investors into shareholders.
BMX ramps donated to area bike enthusiasts
$300,000 worth of equipment has been donated to Kinston-area bike enthusiasts.
Around Town: Casino Night a huge success for LCC Foundation
The LCC Foundation held its annual Casino Night — and it was again an overwhelming success.
20th annual Soup and a Bowl is Sunday at Arts Council
One of Kinston’s most eagerly-anticipated events is Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
King of the county: Hargitt earns citizen of year honor from Chamber
King’s Restaurant owner Joe Hargitt received Lenoir County’s top honor Thursday night.
Two different wrecks on HWY 70
On Thursday, January 24 area emergency crews dealt with multiple accidents along highway 70.
Kinston City Council ends pact with Retail Strategies
The Kinston City Council decided by a 3-2 vote to discontinue its partnership with Retail Strategies in Tuesday’s meeting.
FAITH provides support to youth fighting cancer
You can help out an organization that helps young people with cancer on Jan. 28.
Parrott senior leads chess club in first tourney
An Arendell Parrott Academy senior has started a chess club — that is doing very well.
Good news: The local real estate market is growing
The housing market in Kinston and Lenoir County has been on an upswing in recent years.