Connor Williams, 17, of Kinston, a student at Bethel Christian Academy, has been honored for his exemplary volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award.
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Sponsored: Personal trainers enhance membership at the Kinston Community Center
At the Kinston Community Center, there are two certified personal trainers. Carl Cox, an International Sports Science Association Certified Personal Trainer, and Melissa McCoy, an American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer. “The great thing about personal training is you have someone to cheer you on,” said Kelly Cannon, Center Director. “They support you by partnering with you to reach your goals.”
2020 Summer Internship at Neuse News
Magic Mile Media, Inc. and Neuse News are accepting applications for our 2020 Summer Internship Program. A limited number of candidates will be accepted.
AgCarolina Farm Credit returns patronage distribution of more than $18 million dollars
On Thursday, February 20th, members of AgCarolina Farm Credit received patronage refund checks for 2019. The all-cash patronage was paid in the amount of $18 million for the members of AgCarolina Farm Credit. AgCarolina Farm Credit returned $1,690,077 to members with loans for land, homes, and farms throughout Lenoir, Jones, and Wayne Counties.
Lenoir County hosts 3rd Annual BBQ Summit on Saturday
The 3rd Annual BBQ Summit, sponsored by the NC Pork Council, featured a 10-team competition that served as the first cook-off of the year.
Lenoir County Early College High School Sophomore Kailey Powell is Miss Neuse 2020
The 2020 Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant sponsored by Hugo Fire and Rescue crowned Lenoir County Early College High School Sophomore Kailey Powell as their Miss Neuse 2020.
Lenoir County intersection to permanently close on Monday
The N.C. Department of Transportation plans to close access to Humphrey Road from N.C. 58 at 8 a.m. on Feb. 24. NCDOT contractors will construct a cul-de-sac at the end of Humphrey Road near N.C. 58.
Parrott brings “Pure Imagination” to Wonka Musical
“Come with me, and you’ll be in a world of pure imagination,” sings the title character in Parrott Academy’s musical production of “Willy Wonka.” Staged at the Kinston-Lenoir County Performing Arts Center on February 13th, 14th, and 15th, the play featured a cast and crew of 49 student actors, musicians, and technicians.
Spring Arbor to host 6th Annual Lenoir County Walk to De-Feet Dementia
Lenoir County is gearing up for the 6th Annual Lenoir County Walk to De-Feet Dementia! The walk and fundraising ceremony will be held on Saturday, April 25th at Fairfield Park located at 800 Greenbrier Road in Kinston.
Winter Storm 2020 - School closings and delays
The following are the most recent closings and delays related to Winter Storm 2020
Route Selected for Future Kinston Bypass
The N.C. Department of Transportation selected its preferred route for the future 22-mile U.S. 70 Kinston Bypass. The route, Alternative 1SB, or “Shallow Bypass”, goes between the N.C. 903/ U.S. 70 interchange in La Grange and existing U.S. 70 east of Dover.
Snow and rain mix still expected to begin in our area between 5pm and 8pm
No major changes in the latest update. The snowfall accumulation forecast remain the same. Snow and rain mix still expected to begin in our area between 5pm and 8pm.
NWS calling for approximately 4" of snow
At 4:02 Thursday morning, the National Weather Service in Morehead City increased the snowfall totals for much of our coverage area. Kinston and Snow Hill are expected to receive approximately 4” while Trenton is expecting 3”. There’s a 10% chance for 5-6” of snow.
Local history for local students at CSS Neuse Center
On Wednesday the center hosted free tours for Lenoir County Schools fourth-graders which were made possible by a $1700 sponsorship from Tands, Inc/ Bojangles. The donation covered expenses for student admission and their transportation to the site.
National Weather Services issues latest snowfall forecast
In the latest National Weather Service in Morehead City briefing, the snowfall total for Kinston is predicted to be between 2” and 3”. There’s a 10% chance that snowfall amounts could increase to 4”. Snowfall is expected to begin Thursday afternoon and end Friday morning.
National Weather Services issues latest snowfall forecast
According to the National Weather Service, “The chart of the left is our official forecast. On the right, we are showing ‘worst case scenario’, (10%chance of occurring). We are still over 24 hours out and there are still a lot of discrepancies between models.”
National Weather Service issues Snowfall Forecast for Thursday evening
As of 3:07 p.m., the National Weather Service in Morehead City, NC is calling for 1-2” of snow for much of our coverage area. The snow is expected Thursday evening through daybreak Friday. The NWS also stated in its release, “This forecast is very fluid. While confidence has increased that we will see precipitation in our area, many factors still have to come together just right for snowfall. Please monitor for updates.”
Kinston Police increasing traffic enforcement
The Kinston Police Department will be participating in a traffic enforcement project during the next few weeks. This enforcement project will focus on Hill Farm Road and Smithfield Way in Kinston NC.
The 41st Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant to be held this weekend
The 2020 Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant sponsored by Hugo Fire and Rescue will be held February 22, 2020 at Kinston Lenoir County Performing Arts Center beginning at 7:00pm.
NC Science Olympiad surprises LCC's Richy Huneycutt with an award
On Saturday, the North Carolina Science Olympiad participants and volunteers stood and cheered for LCC’s Director of Marketing, Richy Huneycutt. They surprised her with an award given for 20 years of dedication to the program.