In a special to Neuse News, Grace Fellowship Church Pastor Jason McKnight and his Encounter Grace podcast recently interviewed all four candidates running for Mayor of Kinston. Here are all four video interviews.
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Kinston native Kip Kroeger receives Emmy for work on 'Ted Lasso'
Kinston native Kip Kroeger has come a long way since the days of playing baseball at Fairfield Park. His work on shows like ‘Undateable’, ‘Whiskey Cavalier’, and ‘Scrubs’ created the pathway that led to an Emmy for his work as the supervising post-production producer on ‘Ted Lasso’.
The Caswell Boy Scout Distinguished Citizen’s Luncheon, honoring Richard “Dick” Maddux will be held on Tuesday, October 19, 11:30 a.m. at the Kinston Country Club, 1501 Country Club Drive, Kinston, NC. If you would like to attend email Teresa.Rose@scouting.org .
One-stop early voting for Lenoir, Jones and Greene Counties
On October 14, 2021, a One-stop early voting period begins for November municipal elections. In Lenoir County, One-Stop voting sites include Fairfield Recreation Center, La Grange Frink Alumni Association Culture Center, and Teachers Memorial Gym. In Greene County, the location is the Snow Hill Fire Department. In Jones County, early voters will vote at Jones County Board of Elections.
Nearly all staff in state operated healthcare facilities fully vaccinated
Nearly all 10,000 employees at state-operated healthcare facilities are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and compliant with a mandatory vaccination requirement, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The department’s Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF), a state-operated health care system comprised of 14 facilities, moved to mandatory COVID-19 vaccination in July.
Student group’s grant will go for professional clothing closet
A $1,000 grant from a statewide student-led organization will allow LCPS’s three traditional high schools to set up professional clothing closets so students can look the part when they step into a business setting.
The Agent Orange Medal Project presents medals to local veterans
Some veterans of the Vietnam War came back home with more than the traumas of war. On Monday, October 11, 2021, local area veterans were given the Orange Heart Medal by members of The Orange Heart Metal Foundation. The Orange Heart Medal Project’s purpose is to bring recognition to veterans who served in the Vietnam war and who were affected by exposure to Agent Orange
City of Kinston building permits
The following building permits were issued in the City of Kinston:
Mike Parker: CSS Neuse II holds ‘Breakfast’ on Saturday, October 16, 2021
For the second time this year, the CSS Neuse Foundation is hosting “Breakfast on the Boat.” The event will begin around 7 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16 at the CSS Neuse II, the replica gunboat. As usual, “Breakfast on the Boat” features scrambled eggs, bacon, link sausage, grits, biscuits, and a beverage. All foods except biscuits are prepared on the grounds next to the CSS Neuse II. Tables will afford social distancing.
70 percent of North Carolina adults Have received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced a significant milestone in the fight against COVID-19. Seventy percent of North Carolinians age 18 and older have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
North Lenoir’s college awareness campaign earns statewide award
North Lenoir High School is a winner of a 2021 First in FAFSA Innovation Grant from myFutureNC, one of just five schools in the state recognized for programs that encourage students to prepare for college and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and other forms that give them access to grants, scholarships, work-study programs and loans.
Governor Cooper signs bill into law
Governor Cooper signs bill into law
Governor Cooper signs bill into law
Governor Cooper signs house bill 531 into law.
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.