As these metrics and capacity remain stable, the state will ease some restrictions starting Friday. Executive Order 169 begins Oct. 2 at 5 p.m. and continues for three weeks through October 23
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Candidate Interview - Rep. Chris Humphrey
Rep. Chris Humphrey joins Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy to discuss today's issues. Rep. Humphrey is running to retain his seat in the NC House. Topics discussed include Voter ID, reopening NC schools, rural broadband internet access, COVID-19's impact on the state budget and more.
The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary Scholarship winners
This summer, The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary honored 2020 High School graduates Khiyell Jenkins (South Lenoir High School) and Integrity McPhail (North Lenoir High School), with a $1,000 college scholarship for their continued focus on their education as well as their willingness to give back to the community.
KPD announces the passing of retired Police Officer Levi Simmons
The Kinston Police Department announced the loss of retired Police Officer Levi Simmons who served in law enforcement for 50 years and was certified as the longest-serving police officer in North Carolina. Originally from Sneads Ferry, Simmons started his career after capturing the attention of Jacksonville’s chief of police in 1967. His service in Kinston lasted from 1990 through his retirement in 2018.
College for the Holidays at LCC
Each year Lenoir Community College offers College for the Holidays where certain classes are marketed toward students who attend a four-year North Carolina university, as well as those attending LCC. The five week courses run from November 23rd through December 28th. The goal of the classes is to help out students who may be missing a class or two to help get caught up. LCC has articulation agreements with all of the four-year North Carolina universities to ensure the credits will transfer. “It’s a really good opportunity for our students to get that extra three to seven credits that they might need to transfer back,” said Dr. Timothy Maddox.
North Lenoir's Rouse wins Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County
The decision was announced on a post on their Facebook that said, “The Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County Program proudly presents Anna Rouse, the Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County for 2021.”
Rouse received a $2,500 scholarship and medallion, a $500 dollar clothing allowance for the state program and a 16 x 20 portrait from Potter Photography. The Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County is part of a nationwide effort to recognize, reward, and encourage excellence and education among all young people. Seven senior girls representing South Lenoir, North Lenoir, and Kinston High school competed for the scholarships offered.
NCDHHS Updates Nursing Home visitation order as State has stabilizing metrics, mandated testing and strict infection control measures
Indoor visitation will only be permitted in nursing homes with no COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days and in counties with a percent positive testing rate of less than 10%, reflecting guidance from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Turnip season is on the way
Turnips, in season in our area from October to March, is a vegetable most often grouped with root vegetables, but in reality, belongs to the cruciferous family whose cousins are Brussels sprouts, kale and broccoli.
Construction to close section of Lenoir County highway
A section of N.C. 148 in Lenoir County is scheduled to be closed next week as construction to extend C.F. Harvey Parkway continues. N.C. 148 (C.F. Harvey Parkway) just east of Aerosystems Boulevard to the N.C. 58 intersection will be closed in both directions between 7 a.m. Sept. 28 and 7 a.m. Oct. 5. The closure will allow contractors to construct the new alignment tie-ins. Drivers needing to access the other side of construction will use Airport Road, Academy Heights Road and N.C. 58.
NCDHHS to provide extra help buying food for more than 600,000 children
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced today it will provide additional benefits through the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program to help families purchase food for children whose access to free and reduced-priced meals at school has been impacted by remote learning this fall due to COVID-19.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for September 26
The North Lenoir FFA Horticulture department is having its annual fall plant sale. We will be featuring pansies and snapdragons grown by The North Lenoir Horticulture department. We will also have available mums in both 8’ and 12' pots. All proceeds benefit North Lenoir FFA and Horticulture by providing hands on learning opportunities and leadership opportunities for students.
2020 Raymond Sarbaugh Leadership Award given to Greene County Schools Superintendent Dr. Patrick Miller
The NC Association of School Administrators’ (NCASA) awarded the 2020 Raymond Sarbaugh Leadership Award to Greene County Schools Superintendent Dr. Patrick Miller. NCASA was established in 1976 with a mission to ensure student success through visionary leadership.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir Community College bridges the gap between in-person and online learning
Lenoir Community College installed smart technology in their classrooms including interactive white boards, cameras, and microphones that bridge the gap between in-person learning and online learning.
Nicholas E. Harvey Sr. appointed to Lenoir Community College Board of Trustees
Governor Roy Cooper announced that he appointed Nicholas E. Harvey, Sr. to the Lenoir Community College Board of Trustees as a member-at-large. A past LCC Board of Trustees member, Harvey has had a private law practice handling criminal and traffic law for more than 30 years.
ABC Board awards LCC
The Lenoir County ABC Board recently presented a check of $19,987.33 to Lenoir Community College to assist in alcohol and drug awareness programs at the College.
Governor Cooper announces additional $40 Million COVID relief for small businesses
Some North Carolina small businesses that have experienced extraordinary disruption to their operations due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic may benefit from a $40 million relief program to help offset fixed costs like rent, mortgage interests and utility bills, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. Also, effective October 2, large outdoor venues would be permitted to open at 7% capacity with key safety precautions in place.
Kinston Christmas Parade canceled due to COVID
The pandemic has canceled many local events this year. At Monday’s Kinston City Council meeting, it was announced that the Kinston Christmas Parade is the latest victim of the pandemic.
Police seek help in identifying person of interest
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest related to the shooting that occurred at Mitchell Wooten Apartments on September 20, 2020.
From Crayons to Careers, Greene Lamp turns 55
Greene Lamp, a leading community action agency designed to create positive change in the community, celebrates 55 years. Greene Lamp started in 1965 as a 501(c)3 non-profit Community Action Agency in two counties. With additional funding through grants, their services have extended to 12 counties with an emphasis on achieving self-sufficiency.