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Lenoir County Farmer's Market Update October 9, 2021
Farmers Market Newsletter, Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm, Tuesday and Saturday
Governor Cooper announces $805 million in new funding for early care and learning programs
Governor Roy Cooper visited and toured the Community School for People Under Six in Carrboro where he announced a historic, one-time federal $805 million investment in North Carolina’s early care and learning child care programs.
Kinston Police provide guidance on using Bird Scooters safely and legally
The Kinston Police Department has received several inquiries about the Bird Scooter and we would like to share the information related to the most common questions.
National Weather Service: Potential tropical development this weekend
An area of low pressure off the Southeast coast has the potential to develop into a tropical or subtropical storm over the weekend.
LCC Pink Day Wednesday, Oct. 13
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lenoir Community College President Dr. Rusty Hunt declared Oct. 13 Pink Day at the College. The LCC Volleyball Team will take on Pitt Community College at 6 p.m. on the Coach Bobby Dawson Court in the Student Center.
North Lenoir High School wins first in FAFSA Innovation Grant
North Lenoir High School is being recognized for its programs to increase student completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). myFutureNC awarded the school one of its First in FAFSA Innovation Grants. By completing FAFSA, students gain access to more than $150 billion in federal aid. Aid includes grants, scholarships, loans and work-study programs.
Governor Cooper Proclaims October as Disability Employment Awareness Month
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month, stressing the importance of ensuring that people with disabilities have full access to employment and community involvement during the national recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Godwin to retire after 20 years of service to Lenoir County
After more than 20 years in service to the citizens of Lenoir County, Margaret “Peg” Walker Godwin has announced her intent to retire. On October 14th from 3-5 pm, the staff of the Lenoir County Center of NC Cooperative Extension, along with the Master Gardeners will be hosting a reception available to the public for Godwin.
Jones County Community Foundation awards $3,000 in local grants
The board of advisors of the Jones County Community Foundation recently announced $3,000 in local grant awards from its community grantmaking fund.
Kinston Police: Attempted murder suspect arrested
On Friday, September 17th, 2021, at approximately 11:45 a.m. Kinston Police Officers conducting proactive patrols located Nigel Wiggins, 24, of Kinston, N.C. walking along the 700 block of Terminal St. in Kinston with a firearm. Officers attempted contact with Wiggins and after a brief foot chase he was arrested and the firearm was recovered. Wiggins was placed in the Lenoir County Jail to await federal prosecution for Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.
Local Girl Scouts work to increase Breast Cancer Awareness
On average, 1 in 8 women in the US will develop breast cancer. It is the second most common cancer affecting women behind skin cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and local Girl Scouts have been doing their part to increase awareness in the community while learning about the importance of the subject at the same time.
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award from the counselor, Mrs. McLawhorn, or an administrator and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kids!
Lenoir County Fair Cheerleading Competition Results
Teams from across Lenoir County showed up ready to compete. Woodington Middle School, E.B. Frink Middle School, and Contentnea-Savannah were in attendance. From the high-schools both North Lenoir and South Lenoir competed.
The standings were as follows:
LCPS adds another ‘layer of support’ to keep students on track to graduate
One line goes up and the other goes down but taken together they represent a single trend for Lenoir County Public Schools, according to a veteran LCPS educator in a new role this year dedicated to making sure that trend continues.
It’s a “3-Peat!” LCC Graphics Student wins again
For the third time in a row, an LCC Graphics student was awarded top honors in this year’s PICA (Printing Industry of the Carolinas) student competition for printing and graphics. Samuel Jarman of Trenton, NC won the top collegiate award for his digital printing and package design of a dentist-themed hidden message structural mailer.
ABC Board presents check to LCC for Alcohol Awareness
The Lenoir County ABC Board recently presented a check of $15,000 to Lenoir Community College to assist in alcohol and drug awareness programs at the College
Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy is a Master sponsor for LCC's Golf Classic
Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy is a Master sponsor of this year’s 20th annual Lenoir Community College Golf Classic on Thursday, Oct. 7 at the Kinston Country Club. This event has raised over $600,000 toward student scholarships at LCC since its inception, and Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy has been a consistent supporter for the past several years.
Community fundraisers for local residents battling medical issues
There are two fundraisers in our community for people battling medical issues. Lynn “FBX” Hill is battling diabetes and Tyndall Webb is a 38-year-old who suffered from a pontine stroke.
Lenoir County building permits
The following building permits were granted in Lenoir County: