Significant financial assistance from Lenoir/Greene United Way will help Lenoir County Public Schools provide backpacks and school supplies to students who most need them.
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Hugo Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue announces the passing of Chief Craft
Hugo Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue announced the passing of Chief Johnny Craft.
They posted the announcement on Facebook. “It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of former Fire Chief Johnny Craft. He dedicated his life to Hugo Fire and Rescue. He will be greatly missed by our fire department family. Please keep his family, friends, and our department in your prayers for the days to come.”
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were registered with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
As adult ICU patients hit record highs for the pandemic, new report shows unvaccinated people are more than 15 times more likely to die from COVID-19 compared to vaccinated people
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services yesterday released new data in the weekly respiratory surveillance report showing that unvaccinated people were 15.4 times, or 1,540 percent, more likely to die from COVID-19 during the four-week period ending Aug. 21, 2021. This comes as the state hit a pandemic high on Aug. 26 with 912 adults in the ICU with COVID-19. The number of COVID-19 patients on ventilators also reached a record high at 574.
Farmers Market Update for August 28, 2021
Open Hours, Tuesday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, Due to the shortage of helpers, Kettle Style Snacks will be the only vendor at the market on Tuesday
Heels to Hogs Mercantile is the newest downtown Kinston shop
There is a new business in downtown Kinston called Heels to Hogs Mercantile. Formerly located in Pink Hill, Heels to Hogs has moved to 204 N. Herritage Street in Kinston. Owner Hannah Herring will be celebrating her third year with Heels to Hogs and plans to have a grand opening in September.
Mayor of Pink Hill passes away Friday morning
The Town of Pink Hill is in mourning at the loss of its mayor, Carol Sykes. Sykes has served as mayor of Pink Hill since 2009.
“I've known Mayor Sykes and her family for many years,” said Rep. Chris Humphrey. “She and her husband raised two super-smart daughters in Pink Hill. She was kind but firm. You didn't have to question where she stood on an issue. If she was your friend, she would help you in any way possible.”
North Carolina politicians respond to the events in Afghanistan
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.
“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.