Politicians throughout North Carolina have responded to the events that unfolded on August 26, 2021, in Afghanistan that left 13 US service members dead and 18 injured. President Joe Biden addressed the nation in a televised response.
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“Heirlooms, Antiques, and Militaria” program at CSS Neuse
Have you got an old thing laying around that you always wondered just what was? Did your parents or grandparents leave you something that you can’t identify? This Saturday, August 28, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM we might be able to help you here at the CSS Neuse Interpretive Center.
Wood Ducks Win In Extras Against Fayetteville
The Down East Wood Ducks tallied their sixth walkoff win of the season with a 5-4 win in 11 innings against the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, Wednesday night. John Matthews had a career day as he set a career-high with 12 strikeouts.
Free field-trip money for teachers application deadline Sept. 8
Teachers at Title I public schools across the state are encouraged to apply for the latest round of Aquarium Scholars mini grants, which facilitate field trips to the three North Carolina Aquariums and Jennette’s Pier or send educators to their locations
Commissioners pass resolutions to welcome new industry to county
Today, the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners unanimously passed three resolutions that will lead to an Italian company creating 110 new jobs and investing $28 million in the county.
Greene County Department of Public Health recommendation for the additional dose and booster
Greene County Department of Public Health would like to clarify the difference between the additional dose recommendation and the booster recommendation. Though both refer to a 3rd dose, there is a distinction.
NC Commerce Secretary announces 110 new jobs and $28 million invested at NCGTP
Global manufacturer of household appliance components, Grupporeco, will create 110 new jobs in Lenoir County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $28 million to build its first manufacturing facility for dishwasher components in North America.
Tuesday Game: Wood Ducks and Woodpeckers Split Doubleheader
The Down East Wood Ducks split their doubleheader with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, Tuesday night. The Wood Ducks won the first game 12-11, the resumption of the suspended game on 8/1 but fell in game two, 4-2. Gavin Collyer pitched another strong outing as he tallied a career-high eight strikeouts
Edwards Dentures and Implants to move practice to W. Vernon Ave.
Edwards Dentures and Implants, currently located at 107 East Vernon Avenue, will be relocating. Dr. Wiley (Ren) Edwards will be moving his practice to 3700 W. Vernon Ave, the former site of the Kinstonian Restaurant.
Eastpointe trains Lenoir County School Staff to help kids with behavioral health challenges
On August 18, two members of Eastpointe’s Community Relations Team led Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for 38 social workers and counselors with Lenoir County Public Schools (LCPS) at the Kinston Community Center.
Greene County Clerk Of Superior Court Announces Retirement
The Honorable Sandra E. Beaman, Greene County Clerk of Superior Court, has announced that she will retire on September 30, 2021. Beaman has served as the elected Clerk of Superior Court for Greene County since November 2014.
GKCU and LCC Partner for Cars for College
The Greater Kinston Credit Union (GKCU), a non-profit chartered credit union under the laws of the State of North Carolina, is partnering with Lenoir Community College to assist students in financing vehicles through the LCC Cars for College program, a program that was created to help eliminate transportation barriers for attending classes and finding employment.
Where Kinston's Mayoral candidates stand on vaccine mandates
Vaccine mandates have made headlines as cities and municipalities strive to combat the recent spike in COVID-19 cases. In recent news, as reported by WITN, City of Kinston Mayor Dontario Hardy gave his thoughts on if he would consider a vaccine mandate if COVID-19 cases continued rising. The other candidates, Mayor Pro Tem Felicia Solomon, Zac Holcomb, and Jeff Warren have also weighed in on vaccine mandates.
Sunday Game: Wood Ducks Take Six-Run Win in Finale With Kannapolis
The Down East Wood Ducks wrapped up their six-game series with the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers with a 7-1 win, Sunday afternoon. The Wood Ducks offense flexed their muscles as they scored at least one run in all but two innings.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Abundance of Banana Peppers
Do you have more banana peppers than you think you possibly could ever eat? I am here to help!! Banana peppers are so versatile you can freeze, stuff, fry, pickle, or even grill them. Bananas are sweet, and sometimes even hot.
Lenoir County births
Birth certificate records obtained from the Lenoir County Register of Deeds database list the mother's maiden name. In some cases only one parent is listed:
All-way stops installed next week at Greene County intersection
Safety improvements are coming to a pair of intersections in Greene and Pitt counties next week. The N.C. Department of Transportation will convert N.C. 123 and Four Way Road in Greene County from a two-way stop into an all-way stop. Currently, drivers on N.C. 123 do not have to stop. The conversion is scheduled to begin Monday morning.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Jones Senior High School Career and Technical Education Program Receives BOSCH Grant
We are pleased to announce that the Bosch Community Fund Board of Trustees has approved this grant, ‘This grant will support the CTE and Beyond program at Jones Senior High School and associated costs including the purchase of drone building kits, video production animation tools, robotics kits and coding kits, for $15,621.00.
Farmers Market Update for August 21, 2021
Farmer’s Market Hours, Tuesday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, Saturday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm