The following students have been named to the Dean’s List and President’s List at Lenoir Community College for Summer Semester 2020.
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Lenoir County announces sixth COVID-related death in seven days
The Lenoir County Health Department reported two COVID-related deaths today, making it six deaths in seven days for our community. All six had underlying health issues and all but one were over the age of 65.
flyExclusive continues to grow with new Chief Operating Officer Col. Donn Yates
Kinston-based flyExclusive, a leading provider of premium private jet charter travel, recently announced that it is expanding its leadership team with the addition of Col. Donn Yates to the role of Chief Operating Officer. With 28 years in the United States Air Force, Yates held the command of the 4th Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base with a wealth of combat experience and more than 2,000 flight hours in the F-15 aircraft.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Farmer's market update: In memoriam of "Wild" Bill Tilghman
We dedicate this weeks' market to our dear friend and long-time vendor, Bill Tilghman, affectionately known as "Wild Bill Tilghman". What fun we had when Bill was around the market. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a store of tales, tall and otherwise! Our market will go on, but it will never be the same without Wild Bill among us. We will miss him enormously. There will be a memorial table at the market Saturday, as we pay our respects to our friend. Joyce, Bill's wife, Bill, Jr. and Bill's granddaughter, Anna will be with us between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. for Bill's customers, friends and fellow vendors to greet and chat with the family. There will be a guest book that all may sign and leave a memory.
Local schools respond to Governor Cooper allowing K-5 students to utilize Plan A
Governor Cooper announced schools have the option to choose Plan A for Pre-K through 5th grade effective October 5th. Safety protocols, such as daily temperature screenings, social distancing in hallways and common areas, the wearing of masks, and frequent washing of hands/use of hand sanitizer will be required.
Spice Bouquet offers cooking classes and a broad line of spices, herbs and seasoning blends
Over 30,000 people have taken popular cooking classes from Kinston’s Spice Bouquet throughout the business’s time in operation. Located at 1200 East New Bern Road, Spice Bouquet is locally owned and operated by Frank Crowley. The next classes will be on Tuesday, September 22 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm and Friday, September 25 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. To sign up please call 252-527-7000.
Early and One-Stop Voting for Lenoir, Jones and Greene County
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2020. North Carolina voters can request a ballot by mail or vote in person during early voting and on Election Day. Early voting starts on October 15th in Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties.
Public schools now able to implement Plan A for elementary schools
After several weeks of stable COVID-19 trends and continued low virus spread in school settings, Governor Roy Cooper today announced that beginning on October 5, North Carolina public school districts and charter schools can choose to implement Plan A for elementary schools (grades K-5). Plan A continues to include important safety measures like face coverings for all students, teachers and staff, social distancing, and symptom screening, but does not require schools to reduce the number of children in the classroom.
Ribbon cutting at Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q’s 40th location
The Kinston Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q’s 40th location in Kinston. “Today is a very special day. This is store number 40,” said Smithfield Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q President Lew Starling. “You get a warm feeling when you come, and your next-door neighbor is Chick-Fil-A and they bring you cookies,” said Starling. “It doesn't get much better than that.”
NWS issues severe weather threat, including flash flooding
According to the National Weather Service, as the remnants of Sally move from Alabama into the Carolinas today into Friday, several impacts are likely for our area.
These include:
...Heavy rain with Flash Flooding Today and Friday
...A severe weather threat later this evening and tonight with strong wind gusts and isolated tornadoes possible.
...Prolonged strong northeasterly winds leading to coastal flooding, rough surf, dangerous rip currents and potentially significant beach erosion and ocean overwash.
Koirala of Kinston Awarded Degree from UA
Roshan Koirala of Kinston has received the following from The University of Alabama: Doctor of Philosophy. UA awarded some 1,345 degrees during summer commencement July 31 - Aug. 2.
Business Brief: North American Aerospace Industries announces merger with Aircraft Interior Recycling Association (AIRA)
Kinston-based North American Aerospace Industries (NAAI), a leading provider of sustainable end-to-end aircraft recycling, has merged with Aircraft Interior Recycling Association (AIRA, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom), a total aircraft interior support company. NAAI is building one of the world’s largest hangar systems in North Carolina. The three-part hangar system will house a 357,00 square foot dismantling shop; 151,800 square foot MRO facility; and 102,000 square foot paint shop for narrow and wide body aircraft. Its proprietary processes will enable the company to recycle multiple aircrafts simultaneously for a much faster recycling process.
Parrott SGA holds virtual campaign
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.
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.
Kinston police ask for help identifying larceny suspects
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
Greene County Schools adds more remote learning days to calendar
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.
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.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
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.