This evening, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office issued this press release: This afternoon, Lenoir County Public Schools notified our Office of a school violence threat at E.B. Frink Middle School in La Grange. School Officials had immediately acted upon receiving the threat to identify the source. School staff and Deputies investigated and determined the threat to be a hoax after interviews with the source and others involved.
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Kinston-based LGM Enterprises expands flyExclusive through acquisition of Sky Night LLC
flyExclusive, a leading innovator in private aviation with decades of industry experience, has grown into the seventh-largest private jet operator in the United States. With a floating fleet of more than 50 aircraft ranging from light to heavy jets, the company has been ranked one of the top Part 135 operators in the U.S. with the highest possible safety ratings and a reputation for innovation.
flyExclusive announced today that it is acquiring Sky Night LLC, an owner and operator of Gulfstream aircraft. The acquisition adds large-cabin charter to flyExclusive’s growing portfolio of light, mid, super-mid and heavy jets and extends the company’s reach with on-demand, long-range service for both domestic and international travel. Sky Night will be rebranded as flyExclusive International.
The gift of a CuddleCot
A local family’s tragedy has culminated in a gift to UNC Lenoir Health Care to benefit others.
Fire at Canady's Heavy Truck Parts
According to sources, an employee at Canady’s Heavy Truck Parts at 5779 Hwy 70 was removing parts this afternoon and caught a fuel line on fire. Two tractor-trailers were damaged. North Lenoir Fire and Rescue and La Grange Volunteer Fire Department responded to the call. No injuries report.
Big plans for 2020 at Common Ground Food Park
Common Ground of Eastern North Carolina, Inc. has big 2020 plans for its Community Garden and Food Park located on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, across from Grainger Stadium. Common Ground is an all-volunteer organization that began in 2010, focusing on the development of a 5-acre Food Park, community garden, and natural playscape.
Local health officials educate public about COVID-19, Coronavirus
To ensure the safety of the residents of Lenoir and surrounding counties, community partnerships are working together to educate and provide guidance surrounding COVID-19, also known as Coronavirus. Included in this story are information and insights from Lenoir County Health Department, Kinston Community Health Center and Lenoir County Public Schools. Also included is vital information from the CDC provided by UNC Lenoir Health Care.
Allstate Foundation donates to local Boy Scouts
Kinston Allstate Agency Owner Chris Humphrey recently presented local Boy Scout Executive Jonathan Brown a check in the amount of $500 from the Allstate Foundation.
Local veteran honored for his lifetime of service
With over 60 years of dedication to his country and his community, local veteran Joe Tyson Sr. was honored by G.I. Joe’s Military “Living History” Museum.
Allen named La Grange Citizen of the Year
The La Grange Chamber of Commerce held its 34th Annual Banquet at the La Grange Community Center on Tuesday and named its Young Citizens of the Year, Business of the Year and Citizen of the Year.
Church selling 5,000 BBQ plates for member with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer
On New Year’s Eve, Stephanie Cherry was diagnosed with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer. Cherry works as a nurse for Community Care of North Carolina and attends 902 Church in Kinston. Stephanie’s husband works for DOT and they have three children, ages 14, 9 and 3. Immediately following the news, members of her church and the community began an effort to raise money for her medical costs and care.
NC’s Poet Laureate connects students to stories at Rochelle
Jaki Shelton Green is following her grandmother’s instructions.
“My grandmother told me, ‘This is what you will do: you will tell. Your job is to tell,’” Green says to a dozen sixth graders at Rochelle Middle School.
It is a job she does as an author with eight books of poetry to her credit, as a teacher at Duke University’s Center for Documentary Studies, as Poet Laureate of North Carolina since 2018 and, this week, as writer-in-residence at Rochelle.
Kinston's new Police Chief and Officer Swearing-in ceremony
Tim Dilday is announced as Kinston's Police Chief at the department's Promotion and Police Officer Swearing-in ceremony Thursday at Kinston Community Center. Dilday has served on the KPD for 25 years.
Bethel's Connor Williams receives President’s Volunteer Service Award
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.
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.