Local resident Seraphim Smith has landed his dream job to become a part of a PBS show. NC Weekend, a show produced by PBS and funded by Visit North Carolina, will feature segments of Smith showcasing different parts of North Carolina.
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Jones County Regional Water System Pressure Advisory
The water consumers of Jones County Regional Water System, located at or near the intersection of Claude Banks Rd & Oak Grove Rd. will be experiencing periods of low pressure and outages in the distribution system effective 8-10-2020, due to water main damage by contractors. Therefore, the Division of Environmental Health ADVISES that when water is restored consumers BOIL ALL WATER used for human consumption (including drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice and washing hands) or use bottled water.
Trenton native wins Eastern Region title in NBC’s The Titan Games
Trenton native Will Sutton added to his series of wins in NBC’s sports competition show The Titan Games with his latest performance in the Eastern Regional finale on Aug. 3. As the Eastern Region Titan, Sutton will go on to compete in the finale of season 2 of The Titan Games on Monday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. He will compete against the Central and Western Titans, Matt Chan and Noah Palicia.
Greene County Senior Center receives $2500 from Meals on Wheels America, PetSmart Charities
Snow Hill - The Greene County Senior Center is proud to announce that it has received a $2,500 Meals on Wheels Loves Pets grant through Meals on Wheels America, for its pet support program, the Greene County Senior Center’s Furry Friends Project.
Kinston KPD respond to fatal shooting on Greenmead Dr.
On Sunday, August 9, 2020, just after 4:00 am, officers of the Kinston Police Department responded to the 800 Blk. of Greenmead Dr. for a reported shooting. Officers arrived and discovered Kelvin Barrow age 36 of Kinston deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.
Farmer's market update for August 8, 2020
Farmer's market update for August 8, 2020
Goldsboro Milling Co. begins phasing out production
Goldsboro Milling has over 500 office employees, in addition to contract growers that have dedicated their careers to the company. After 31 years in business, Goldsboro Milling of Maxwell Foods, LLC began phasing out production on August 6. COVID affected the food supply chain and the workforce in processing plants has slowed which also slowed the speed of production inside the plant. This backlog, along with extremely low pork prices results in low income for companies that raise meat animals.
Eight third district housing institutions receive $634,401 from HUD in response to COVID-19
On Wednesday, August 5, 2020, the Department of Housing and Urban Development announced grants through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program. This CARES Act HVC Program provides funding to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19, including Mainstream Vouchers, which are specifically for non-elderly people with disabilities.
Band of Oz drive-in concert event planned at Lenoir County Fairgrounds
On August 12 at Lenoir County Fairground the Band of Oz will perform a live event. The gates open at 5:00 pm, and the cost of entry will be $15 per person or $40 for a carload of up to six people. There will be food vendors on-site and guests are invited to bring their own coolers.
Greene County Schools releases expectations for parents and students ahead of first day of school
From Greene County Schools:
School will be different when it begins in August. Learning may happen in the classroom and remotely, or only remotely. We encourage you to read this brochure with your children so everyone knows what to expect when school starts. All of us – students, families, teachers, and school staff – can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Working together we will keep our schools and communities strong. Read the attached documents to help prepare for the start of school
Suspect charged in Jones County after attempt to flee officers
On August 5, 2020, at approximately 12:00 pm Deputies with the Jones County Sheriff's Office responded to 387 Lee Mills Road to serve felony arrest warrants on Donnie William Mills. When Deputies arrived at the location Mills saw the Deputies approaching and attempted to flee in a vehicle. While fleeing the scene Mills intentionally rammed a Jones County Sheriff's Office vehicle with two Deputies inside.
Lenoir Co. School Board decision prompts two mothers to file for write-in candidacy
After the most recent school board meeting of Lenoir County Public Schools, many members of the community took to social media to share their reactions to the LCPS reopening plan. Two mothers have now filed for write-in candidacy for at-large board seats in response to the July 27th decision.
Letter to the editor: The petition is about parental choice
I am writing to all parents in Lenoir County, NC. I am writing to home school parents, private school parents, public school parents, parents who support the current plan, parents who do not support the current plan, and all parents of school-aged children in Lenoir County. Many of you may have heard, seen, signed, or shared a petition I have started regarding the Lenoir County Public Schools Reopening Plan. I am reaching out to you today to clarify the reason for the petition. The petition is about parental choice. The petition is only about parental choice.
As students return to school, North Carolina to remain paused in Phase 2
Governor Roy Cooper today announced that North Carolina will remain paused in Safer At Home Phase 2 for another 5 weeks as students and staff return to schools, colleges and universities and the state doubles down on efforts to decrease COVID-19 numbers.
“Other states that lifted restrictions quickly have had to go backward as their hospital capacity ran dangerously low and their cases jumped higher. We will not make that mistake in North Carolina,” said Governor Cooper.
Gov. Cooper extends phase two until September 11
Executive Order No. 141 shall remain in effect, as amended, until 5:00 pm on September 11, 2020.
The effective date provisions of Executive Order Nos. 141, 147, and 151 are amended to have those orders continue in effect through the above-listed time and date.
NCDOT clears roads following Hurricane Isaias
State transportation crews, particularly east of Interstate 95, spent Tuesday clearing trees felled by Hurricane Isaias and erected “road closed” or “high water” signs and barricades where floodwaters topped roads.
North Carolina begins cleanup after Hurricane Isaias tears through the State
Hurricane Isaias made landfall at Ocean Isle Beach last night, bringing storm surge, high winds, heavy rains and tornadoes as it moved through North Carolina. “Isaias hit North Carolina head on,” said Gov. Roy Cooper. “Sadly, we have two deaths attributed to the storm and our thoughts are with those impacted by the devastation. As clean up continues, don’t forget the pandemic is still with is. So help your neighbor, but do it safely by wearing your mask, keeping your distance and bringing your hand sanitizer.”
LCC pinning ceremonies held
Lenoir Community College Health Sciences Department recently held its pinning ceremony for Medical Assisting, Polysomnography, Radiography, Practical Nursing, Surgical Technology, and Associate Degree Nursing graduates.
Saint-Amand steps away from career of achievement at South Lenoir High
Steve Saint-Amand, principal of South Lenoir High School for the past 10 years, speaks at June’s commencement exercise. Saint-Amand’s retirement on Friday ends a 28-year career in education, all but two of those years spent at South Lenoir.
Restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department: Mis Tesoros Taqueria, Starbucks Coffee Company, Susie’s Restaurant, The Peach House, Food Lion, Cook Out, Little J’s Pizza, Ziggy Dogs, Lions Water Adventure Concession, Smiths Café, Falling Creek Service Center, Sandpiper Seafood, Herritage Elite, Murrays BBQ and Seafood, UNC Lenoir Healthcare, Golden China Buffet, and Baron and the Beef.