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Ceremony held to honor outgoing KPD chief
There was a ceremony at the Kinston Community Center to celebrate the career of outgoing Kinston Police Department Chief Alonzo Jaynes.
Kinston recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day
Aug. 31 was a day to raise awareness of overdosing and addiction while also working on reducing the stigma of a drug-related death.
Farmer's market update for 8-31-2019
This week, we are delighted to have some Boy Scouts at the market to sell popcorn as a fundraiser this Saturday. Please support them and buy their delicious popcorn to enjoy it during your Labor Day celebration.
Groundbreaking ceremony at Global TransPark
The Jetstream Aviation groundbreaking ceremony took place Thursday at the Global TransPark.
The Filling Station celebrates second anniversary
The Filling Station of Pollocksville celebrated its second anniversary, serving the people of the town and county.
Local 4-H student attends youth summit in Greensboro
Lenoir County was represented at a 4-H youth summit in Greensboro last week.
Tourism in Lenoir County is on the increase
Visitor spending increased by 5.2 percent between 2017 and 2018 in the county, going up to $93.48 million.
Kinston Community Health Center to expand dental services
A grant aims to expand dental care in rural and underserved schools in Lenoir County.
Sm3 Social Media Summit coming to Kinston
On Oct. 5, entrepreneurs, social media managers and marketing professionals can engage in the Sm3 Summit at The Arts Center in Kinston. The day-long affair features social media influencers and thought leaders from across the state who will talk about how to go viral with your videos, how to sell, how to market your brand, creating a social media calendar and more.
Dorian becomes a hurricane near St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands
The latest on Hurricane Dorian.
Trenton Nutrition providing Jones County residents a healthy alternative
A new nutrition option is available in downtown Trenton.
LCC-Jones County to hold summer block party
LCC’s Jones County campus is holding a summer bash today from 3-7 p.m.
Jones County students, teachers excited for new school year
There were a lot of firsts for Jones County Schools students and teachers on Monday.
The Filling Station set for second anniversary celebration Aug. 28
The Filling Station of Pollocksville will have its second anniversary celebration on Aug. 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., holding a rolling slide show and honoring volunteers who have done selfless work, especially during Hurricane Florence.
Farmer's market update for 8/23
Ripe and Ready!
'Junker Across America' to raise awareness for veterans
The ‘Junker Across America’ trip left Kinston Thursday night to raise awareness of veteran’s issues.
Kinston Music Legacy benefit set for SUNDAY
The Red Room will be the destination for the Kinston Music Legacy Benefit, which will run from 1-9 p.m.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: The buzz is all about the bees
In honor of National Honey Bee Day I thought I would share with you some unique recipes that use honey! National Honey Bee Day will be observed on August 17, 2019.
Deep Run welcomes new restaurant
Ashley Smith has opened a new restaurant that serves subs, sandwiches, hot dogs and salads, plus ice cream.