Emergency services personnel from across the county help wish 10-year-old Sophia Lavery with Cerebral Palsy a happy birthday.
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North Lenoir FFA helps support 'No Empty Bowl' project
Lenoir County Cooperative Extension Service and the Lenoir County SPCA received some help from North Lenoir FFA on Saturday. The No Empty Bowl project is a food distribution program designed to lighten the load for local pet owners.
Greene County Middle School student places first at NHD
Greene County Middle School student, Owen Dyer, placed first in the Junior Individual Documentary category at the National History Day Northeast Region competition.
Weekly COVID-19 Case Count in North Carolina
As of 10:40 a.m., April 24, 2020, NCDHHS has reported 8,052 confirmed cases and 269 deaths. This post has data going back to March 20, 2020, which showed NC at 137 cases and 0 deaths.
Farmer's Market update for 05/01/2020
Farmer’s Market update for 04/25/2020 - We will be open Saturday from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.
Governor Cooper extends Stay at Home Order until May 8th
On Thursday afternoon, Governor Cooper announced that he is extending the Stay at Home order until May 8th. Gov. Cooper also unveiled a three-phased plan to get to a new normal. A decision on schools will be announced on Friday.
Parrott alumnus honored by ECU
Davis Basden, a 2016 graduate of Parrott Academy, has been selected by the East Carolina University College of Business as its 2019-2020 Outstanding Senior in Finance.
Governor Cooper expected to unveil reopening NC plan this afternoon
Gov. Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force will hold a briefing on COVID-19 updates at 3:00 pm today. Cooper is expected to unveil his plans to phase in reopening NC. Earlier this week he said that he would also discuss schools later in the week. At 4:00 pm today, Neuse News will interview Ashley Smith, founder of the Reopen NC Facebook Group, which held a large protest in Raleigh on Tuesday.
NWS updates forecast for Thursday evening's severe weather
According to the National Weather Service in Newport-Morehead City, “We continue to tune the forecast for potential severe thunderstorms tonight into early Friday morning. While the main change was to shift the best chances of severe storms to the south, and remove the enhanced risk area from all of Eastern NC, we should continue to remain vigilant, as forecast confidence remains low this morning.”
National Weather Service warns of severe weather
According to the National Weather Service in Newport-Morehead City, the “Storm Prediction Center has portions of the area in an Enhanced Risk (3/5 on the Threat Scale), and the rest of the area in a Slight Risk (2/5) for the period from Thursday Evening through Friday Morning. The main threats will be strong damaging wind gusts, tornadoes, and large hail. Additionally, strong sustained winds will be present with this system, which could lead to isolated power outages along the coast, minor coastal flooding, and minor beach erosion.”
Watch Dr. Pradeep on Coronavirus Chat with BJ Murphy
Today on Coronavirus Chat we welcomed Dr. Pradeep to discuss the latest statistics, new FDA approved home test kits, what are COVID-Toes, and we answered your questions.
Frontline heroes can enjoy free meals at local Dixon Foods McDonald’s restaurants
In appreciation for the healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics who are committed to our health and safety, McDonald’s will offer free Thank You Meals from Wednesday, April 22 through Tuesday, May 5 as a token of appreciation for their selfless service.
The “No Empty Bowl” project of Lenoir County
Lenoir County Cooperative Extension in cooperation with the Lenoir County SPCA is setting up a pet food distribution to help lighten the load for as many Lenoir County residents as we can possibly help. Pets are too often the silent victims when tragedy strikes. No innocent, beloved family pet should have to go hungry. Please fill out the form in the included link if you do not have transportation.
Multiple family members report a COVID-19 case at Kinston's VA home
UPDATE: North Carolina State Veterans Home family members received a message late this morning stating, “This patient is no longer located in the center. Enhanced infection control protocols are being followed, staff members are utilizing appropriate protective equipment and we have increased the frequency of our cleaning procedures.”
ORIGINAL: According to family members of three separate residents at the Kinston-based North Carolina State Veterans Home, there is at least one positive COVID-19 case there. One family reports they received a phone call from Human Resources last night as notification of the case.
BREAKING NEWS: Lenoir County reports first COVID-19 death
Lenoir County confirmed its first COVID-19 death today. The individual, who was older than 65 and had underlying medical conditions, died earlier today.
UPDATE: NWS calls for severe weather Monday morning
The latest briefing from the National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City states, “The severe weather threat has diminished some for this morning's thunderstorm potential. The greatest threat area will be found mainly for far southern portions of Eastern NC, and especially over the coastal waters. There is still a chance that a storm or two could migrate onshore and become severe, with the main threat damaging winds and an isolated tornado.”
STRIDES for diabetes awareness gets help from local sorority
STRIDES is an initiative sponsored by International Lions in countries all over the world. Each Lions Club or a community of clubs can host events or do fundraisers for diabetes awareness. It’s the local club(s) choice how to use the funds as long as it’s for diabetes expenses, research or awareness.
Kinston small business owners question survival
Balancing public safety and the economy is a growing concern for small business owners who want to reopen the community safely without falling victim to debt. Neuse News spoke to Steve Lovick of Lovick’s Cafe, Hairmporium Salon owner Shamika Hall-Williams, and Brandon Potter of Potter Photography about their concerns for their businesses.
Jones County lost a champion in Joe Wiggins
On March 27, Jones County lost a champion when Joseph Franklin Wiggins, Sr. of Trenton, NC passed away. He served Jones County for 20 years, with 10 of those years as Chairman of the County Commissioners.
National Weather Service warns of overnight severe weather
According to the National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City, “Late tonight and Monday morning is the best chance for severe thunderstorms. The main threats will be damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes. The storms will also produce large hail, torrential downpours and frequent lightning. Rainfall of 1.5-2" is expected with locally heavier amounts possible.”