A section of Hardy Bridge Road in Lenoir County will be closed for two years while crews replace a pair of bridges
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Lenoir County road to temporarily close for pipe replacement
A road south of Kinston is scheduled to close for a pipe replacement project. Beginning Monday at 8 a.m., Parker Fork Road near Lightwood Knot Road will be closed to traffic to allow N.C. Department of Transportation crews to replace a bridge-sized pipe. The roadway is expected to reopen by Sept. 3 at 5 p.m.
Thursday Game: Bats Explode For Down East in 11-Run Win
The Down East Wood Ducks continued their winning ways on the road with a 14-3 win over the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, Thursday night. Daniel Mateo and Thomas Saggese led the way for the Wood Ducks, combining for nine hits in 11 at-bats with four RBI.
Local Teachers participate in Inaugural Rural Teachers Leaders Network
Just a couple of weeks ago, local teachers were chosen to be part of the inaugural class of the Rural Teachers Leaders Network.
Lenoir County announces upcoming retirement of Emergency Services Director Jerri King
A leader who has spent more than 30 years in service to Lenoir County has announced her decision to step down from her position until her retirement takes place in January.
Down East Wood Ducks Homestand Highlights: August 24 – Sept. 5
The Down East Wood Ducks return home after a six-game road trip to host the Fayetteville Woodpeckers and Kannapolis Cannon Ballers for a 12-game homestand.
Wednesday Game: Matthews Strikes Out Nine in Woodies Win
Thanks to an Alejandro Osuna three-run home run, the Down East Wood Ducks took the 4-3 win against the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, Wednesday night. This marks the 31st road victory for the Wood Ducks this season.
LCC Summer President's and Dean's lists
LCC Summer President's and Dean's lists for Summer semester 2021
Governor Cooper provides update on State’s pandemic trends, encourages vaccination
Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. provided an update on the state’s COVID-19 key metrics and trends. A representative from Live Nation Entertainment, Jeannine Beson, joined to share information on the company’s updated vaccination policies for concerts in North Carolina and their mission for keeping concert-goers safe. Additionally, the winners of the of the state’s final Your Shot at A Million Summer Cash Drawing and Summer Cash 4 College drawing winners were announced.
Lenoir County route being repaved
Drivers will encounter periodic delays and lane closures in Kinston while North Queen Street is milled and resurfaced with new asphalt.
Tuesday Game: Errors and Walks Fuel Wood Ducks Win Against Kannapolis
For the second time this season, the Down East Wood Ducks plated multiple runs without recording a hit in a 5-1 win against the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, Tuesday night. The Woodies plated their first three runs thanks to two defensive errors and four walks.
Greene County Schools Opens the 2021-22 School Year
On Monday, August 16, Greene County Schools opened their 2021-22 school year with its annual opening gathering at Greene Central High School. The annual opening of the school year always begins with the introduction of new staff from each school.
Governor Roy Cooper tours the Neuse Regional Library
Governor Roy Cooper visited the Neuse Regional Library to explore bridging the digital divide and bringing Internet access to more people through its programs. In addition to the Neuse Regional Library, Cooper also visited the Lenoir County Health Department to encourage vaccine use.
Governor Cooper visits Lenoir County Health Department to encourage more North Carolinians to get their lifesaving vaccine
Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited a vaccine clinic at the Lenoir County Health Department to encourage more North Carolinians get their COVID-19 shot.
Governor Cooper declares rural broadband week to highlight digital inclusion, innovation
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed Aug. 16–20, 2021, as Rural Broadband Week to call attention to the urgent need to improve broadband access and adoption across our state.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Gov. Cooper, state health leaders urge some schools to revisit decisions and fully implement health protections
Today, Governor Roy Cooper, NC DHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen and State Health Director Dr. Betsey Tilson sent a letter to school boards that have failed to adopt the StrongSchoolsNC Public Health Toolkit urging them to protect their students and staff in the new school year.
Former Miss Kinston-Lenoir County joins ECU Alumni Association Board
2016 Miss Kinston-Lenoir County and former Down East Wood Ducks intern Lily Faulconer is now a member of the East Carolina University Alumni Association board of directors. The ECU Alumni Association approved six new members to join its board of directors recently. The board operates to provide strategic direction, resources and professional expertise to carry out the university’s alumni engagement objectives. The elected members joined the board in July and will serve three-year terms that end in 2024.
Lenoir County marriages
The following marriages were verified by the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Farmers Market Update for August 14, 2021
If you missed the demo starring OKRA last week, you really missed it! The samples were "out of this world" good. Thanks to Seraphim Smith, Peter Pun of The Laughing Owl, Scott Elden from Upstairs at the Market and Downstairs, Too, and Judy Kitts, who used okra from her own garden. A follow-up is in the makings on November 20th, so stay tuned for details. Also, follow Seraphim Smith on Facebook.