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Local News, Education

Amid Covid-19’s “new normal,” Parrott Academy held a “virtual” SGA election campaign, electing new officers on Friday, September 11. In late August before classes began, ten students qualified to run for office. Faculty adviser Brad Sauls instructed them that instead of the traditional posters and handshakes in the halls, they would be limited to campaign videos. Most used the iMovie app, and their videos were available for viewing four days prior to voting.

Sep 16

Sep 16 The Salvation Army of Kinston sets out to “Rescue Christmas” due to immense impact of COVID-19

For the first time in 130 years, The Salvation Army is starting its annual holiday fundraising campaign early across the country in order to rescue Christmas. The funds raised through the organization’s iconic red kettles are at risk this year due to COVID-19 while requests for services are at an all-time high.

Sep 16

Sep 16 Kinston police ask for help identifying larceny suspects

Local News, Crime

The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two subjects of interest related to a Larceny of an ATM on 09/14/2020 around 3:40 am at Vick’s Cleaners at 663 Sussex St, Kinston, NC

Sep 15

Sep 15 Greene County Schools adds more remote learning days to calendar

Local News, Education

The Greene County Board of Education unanimously approved the additional remote learning days in the calendar for both the traditional schools and the Early College.

Sep 15

Sep 15 Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q set to open Thursday 9/17

One of Kinston’s newest eatery additions is Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q set to open Thursday, September 17. With traditional North Carolina style food on its menu, Smithfield’s is located next to Chick-Fil-A and directly in front of Lowe’s Home Improvement. The newest location will feature the same menu as other locations.

Sep 15

Sep 15 Lenoir County land transfers

Matters of Record, Local News

The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:

Sep 15

Sep 15 Business Brief: Lenoir County Farm Bureau's Heith Harrison receives Certified Leadership designation

Heith Harrison, Agency Manager of the Lenoir County Kinston Office, recently received the Certified Leadership Program (CLP) designation.

Sep 14

Sep 14 State employees can get paid leave to help during upcoming elections

Local News, Politics

State employees can use up to three days (24 hours) of paid time off to volunteer with their County Board of Elections to help with this fall’s elections, the Office of State Human Resources announced today.

Sep 14

Sep 14 New Lenoir County corporations

Matters of Record, Local News

The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:

Sep 13

Sep 13 Mike Parker: If you have not responded yet, please complete your census

Mike Parker

For the 24th time in our nation’s history, the federal government is carrying out its constitutional mandate to number all the people of this nation. The reason for the census is simple: the information allows the federal government to equalize representation in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Sep 13

Sep 13 Senator Harry Brown's term coming to an end with no regrets

Local News, Politics

North Carolina Senator Harry Brown has been a member of the North Carolina State Senate since 2004 and became the Senate Majority Leader in 2011. His current term ends on December 31, 2020. As a small business owner who grew up in Jones County but worked in Onslow County, Brown’s initial motivation for running for office was to help other small businesses in his district and in the state.

Sep 13

Sep 13 Additional expiration date extension for select DMV credentials

On Sept. 4, Governor Cooper signed Coronavirus Relief Act 3.0. Among its provisions is a new extension of the expiration dates of five DMV credentials. If they have already expired or are about to, their new expiration dates are now 30 days after the governor lifts his state of emergency order related to the COVID Pandemic.

Sep 12

Sep 12 Farmer's market update for September 12, 2020

A representative of The Neuse Regional Library will be at the Lenoir County Farmers Market on Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., to share online genealogical resources Heritage Quest and Ancestry.com. There will also be an opportunity to sign up for library cards and check out items from a selection of popular materials.

Sep 11

Sep 11 Celebrating National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month

The road to recovery is a journey where bonds are formed. Tracey Price (left) worked with Nicole Davis as she battled the aftermath of her addiction. Held every September, National Recovery Month brings awareness of the many substance use treatment and mental health services available to those struggling with addiction.

Sep 11

Sep 11 Kinston Community Center to open at 15% capacity, other Parks and Rec facilities at 25% capacity

Local News, Sports

Kinston-Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Director Corey Povar spoke at Tuesday’s City Council meeting to discuss the plans for reopening the Kinston Community Center and other recreational facilities. Governor Cooper announced North Carolina moved into phases 2.5 on Friday, September 4.

Sep 11

Sep 11 ICYMI: Annual 9/11 Memorial Service to be held at Pearson Park

There will be a memorial service remembering the 19th anniversary of the events of 9/11. This year’s memorial service will be held at Pearson Park, 210 West Gordon Street, Kinston, NC. the memorial service will start at 9:00 am.

Sep 10

Sep 10 North Carolinians in 11 counties to receive replacement food and nutrition benefits after Hurricane Isaias

Everyone who received Food and Nutrition Services for July by Aug. 4 in the 11 approved counties will receive an additional 40 percent of their July 2020 benefits to replace food lost as result of the extended power outages. Approved counties include Bertie, Brunswick, Camden, Gates, Jones, Martin, New Hanover, Onslow, Pamlico, Pender and Washington.

Sep 10

Sep 10 Write-in candidates host education town hall meeting

Local News, Education, Politics

Lenoir County School Board Write-In candidates Michelle Cash and Nancy Gilmore held an education town hall meeting at The Exchange in Kinston on Tuesday evening. The forum provided parents and teachers the opportunity to meet the candidates, ask questions, and voice concerns about the current state of Lenoir County Public Schools.

Sep 10

Sep 10 Tourism Development Authority to lease the Visitor Center