It’s an Independence Day celebration with a twist: traditionally-rigged sailing craft will rally next week to celebrate the historic voyages that carried the news of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the Outer Banks.
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Local teens attend session on interacting with police
Teens got to enjoy ice cream and hear from a retired deputy police chief about safe interaction with law enforcement.
BREAKING NEWS: KPD Chief Jaynes to retire
Kinston City Manager Tony Sears verified with Neuse News that Kinston Police Chief Alonzo Jaynes is retiring. Jaynes recently informed his department of the soon-coming departure.
Mayor’s unprecedented attempt to clean up Sugar Hill “Vice District” failed
Kinston’s population was only 10,000 in 1921 when newly elected Mayor Mills Marshall Happer declared in his inaugural speech that he intended to keep “obnoxious characters” off the streets, crack down on “certain institutions,” and see that all businesses in Kinston were closed on Sunday to officially recognize Sunday as “a day of church going and religious observance.”
Farmer's Market Update for 6-29-2019
Here’s an excerpt from the Farmer’s Market newsletter. Learn what’s at the market today and this coming Tuesday.
Library holds ribbon-cutting for new Teen Area
The Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library held an event to celebrate the opening of the new Teen Area on Thursday.
New Lenoir Hospital Foundation Board Members
The Lenoir Hospital Foundation welcomes four new members to its board at their June 26th meeting. From left to right, Phyllis McCoy, UNC Volunteer rep., Vickie S. Robinson, Debbie Chused, and Cameron Beamon.
Rabid fox found in Lenoir County
The Lenoir County Health Department received confirmation from the North Carolina State Laboratory this week that a fox has tested positive for rabies.
The Journey, Episode 11: One Year Later
June 27, 2018 a group of friends ventured into a centuries-old industry. In this episode of “The Journey” we reflect on some of the lessons learned in "One Year Later."
Sponsored: Lions Water Adventure to hold Friday Night Fun event
Lions Water Adventure will hold its upcoming Friday Night Fun event Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., equipped with a climbing wall and live DJ.
Jones County cuts property taxes for second straight year in 2019-20 budget
Jones County’s budget takes effect July 1 and property taxes will drop from .81 to .79 in the upcoming fiscal year.
Neuse Enterprises gives people purpose
Neuse Enterprise partners with local area businesses to provide employment opportunities.
Pearson Park now features "Dragons Love Tacos"
Partnership for Children of Lenoir and Greene County presents “Dragons Love Tacos”.
Pokémon time coming soon to Kinston
A local park will host a Pokémon GO event.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Blueberries are back in season
Get to know the blueberry — nature’s sweet nutritional treat!
Farmer's market update for 6-22-2019
Summer is in full swing at the market these days.
Invasive insect found in Lenoir County for first time
The emerald ash borer, a harmful invasive insect, was recently detected in Lenoir County.
Queen Street named 'Great Street In The Making'
The N.C. Chapter of the American Planning Association recently bestowed an honor on a key Kinston street.
Perry receives support from Jones widow
Joe Anne Jones, wife of late Congressman Walter Jones (NC-3), joined Dr. Joan Perry in a press conference Thursday.
Greene County superintendent receives national honor
Dr. Patrick Miller was recently named the Conn-Selmer Division of Education Administrator of the Year.