A new report from the Fordham Institute argues that North Carolina’s controversial social studies standards flunk the test on history and civics, ranking worst in the Southeast.
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10 Independence Day Facts
Everyday at Neuse News we get to celebrate our independence by practicing our rights under the first amendment.
In honor of Independence Day, here are 10 fun facts you may not know.
North Carolina's May county and area employment figures released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 77 of North Carolina’s counties in May, decreased in eight, and remained unchanged in 15. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 8.6 percent while Orange County had the lowest at 3.3 percent.
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary is keeping the weekly Terrific Kid Awards going during the summer! Each teacher chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.
Thursday Game: Pitching Staff Struggles in Loss to Myrtle Beach
Thanks to eight runs in two innings, the Down East Wood Ducks fell to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, 9-4 Thursday night. With a homerun and two RBIs, Alejandro Osuna was named the Suddenlink Player of the Game.
Police Department discovers 20 lbs of marijuana during vehicle stop
On June 30, 2021, Officer Jones with the Kinston Police Department conducted a vehicle stop on W. Vernon Ave. for a traffic violation. During the vehicle stop over 20 pounds of marijuana were located inside the vehicle.
Farmer's market update for July 3, 2021
All sections of the market are now open so be sure to visit all three!
NC announces first cash drawing & cash 4 college winners; get vaccinated to have a shot at $1M
The first winners of the state’s Your Shot at $1 Million Summer Cash Drawing and Summer Cash 4 College drawings were announced this week in Raleigh.
Wednesday Game: Easley Steals Win Away from Myrtle Beach
For the second night in-a-row, the Down East Wood Ducks won a pitchers’ duel against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, 2-1. Down East has won their last five games, which marks the second longest winning streak for the Woodies since the first week of the season when they swept Kannapolis and won the first two games against Carolina for an eight-game winning streak.
Republican Council of State members revoke state evictions protections effective July 1
The state evictions moratorium will end July 1 after Republican members of the Council of State rejected a one-month extension, which would have aligned with the national CDC evictions moratorium through July 31.
Application period opens July 1 for $79.6 million hurricane disaster relief program for poultry and livestock, plasticulture and forestry producers
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has received a $79.6 million USDA block grant to assist producers and woodland owners in 90 counties who suffered losses in 2018-2019 from Hurricanes Florence, Michael and Dorian. The application period runs July 1 to Oct. 1.
NC Medicaid managed care to launch statewide on July 1
Starting July 1, nearly 1.6 million Medicaid beneficiaries in North Carolina will begin receiving the same Medicaid services in a new way through NC Medicaid Managed Care health plans. Most beneficiaries will continue to get care from the same doctors they see today but will now be a member of a health plan. Some beneficiaries will not enroll with health plans and will remain in NC Medicaid Direct.
North Carolina to Add More Than 300,000 New Jobs Over the Next Decade
More than 300,000 new jobs will be created in North Carolina by 2028, most in service-providing industry sectors, according to new employment projections released by the North Carolina Department of Commerce. Most industry sectors operating in the state are projected to grow, with jobs in both health care and professional, scientific, and technical fields expected to grow the most.
Kinston Rotary Club honors health director, swears in new president
Pam Brown hasn’t let her emotions get the better of her while battling a global pandemic as Lenoir County’s health director, but an honor bestowed on her Thursday by the Rotary Club of Kinston did bring a tear to her eye.
Community grants available from the Jones County Community Foundation
The board of advisors of the Jones County Community Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofits serving needs in the local community.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Reminder of scam alert from Sheriff Ronnie Ingram
We have already received numerous calls today about a person identifying themselves as someone with the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office that is a fraudulent scam.
Saturday Game: Englert Delivers Six Strong Innings in Win Over Carolina
Thanks to six strong innings by Mason Englert, the Down East Wood Ducks defeated the Carolina Mudcats, 6-2 Sunday afternoon. The Wood Ducks improve to 27-20 on the season and trail Carolina by 1.5 games for first place in the Low-A East, central division.
Friday Game: Avocados Fall to Pescados in Extras
The Down East Wood Ducks, playing as the Avocados Luchadores de Down East fell to the Carolina Mudcats, playing as the Pescados de Carolina 7-6 on Friday night. Dustin Harris earned the Suddenlink Player of the Game, going 1-for-3 with a homerun and two RBIs.
Wood Ducks to Host Second Annual ENC Senior Sendoff
The Down East Wood Ducks announced Tuesday, their plans to host the Second Annual ENC High School Senior Sendoff, Presented by Lenoir Community College on Saturday, July 2nd. The event is a celebration of all of the recent 2021 graduates, but will be highlighted with a doubleheader of baseball games featuring recent 2021 graduates from over 30 high schools in eastern North Carolina. Gates will open at 4 with game one starting at 4:30 and game two starting at 7:30 with a fireworks show after the completion of the doubleheader.