Lenoir County Public Schools is bolstering its free in-school Covid-19 testing program by expanding its corps of school nurses, adding the highly accurate PCR test and teaming up with a private firm to interpret test results.
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Tractor Supply in Kinston to move from current location
Perry Management announced on Facebook that they brokered a deal with Tractor Supply for a property on Hwy 70 across from Lenoir Community College, beside Taco Bell in Kinston. They will be building a new location to replace their current location in Kinston.
Parrott Academy joins National Day on Writing
October 20th was a special Wednesday at Parrott Academy as students and teachers marked the National Day on Writing sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of English. Teachers. Students in grades 6-12 created displays throughout the school to showcase the variety of ways that they use writing, both practical and creative.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Peg Godwin receives Old North State award
During Peg’s retirement reception she was presented the Old North State award by NC House Representative Chris Humphrey. This is given to State employees who retire with at least 20 years of extraordinary service to our State.
Delta Kappa Gamma buzzing bee beginning Teacher awards
Lenoir County’s Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma recently recognized outstanding beginning teachers in their third year of teaching for the month of October.
Lion's Industries for the Blind celebrates World Sight Day 2021
October 14, 2021, was World Sight Day 2021, and October is Blindness Awareness Month. Lion’s Industries for the Blind, Inc. honored its legally blind and blind employees in a celebration.
LCC awards outstanding Automotive Systems Technology graduates
Mark Wente of Beulaville and Travis Cox of Kinston were recently recognized as outstanding graduates and awarded a new tool box from Lenoir Community College Automotive Systems Technology.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market Update October 23, 2021
Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday
Jones County ABC Board distributes nearly $84,000 back to Jones County
Jones County ABC Board distributes nearly $84,000 back to Jones County for FY 2021.
New Business in Kinston, Three Little Lambs
Her name is Mary and she has three little lambs. Mary Kelley of Kinston has opened an upscale consignment and embroidery storefront at 118 W. North Street called Three Little Lambs.
Moderna, Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 booster shots now available
COVID-19 vaccine booster shots are now available for more North Carolinians. The Food and Drug Administration has authorized, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now recommends, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 booster shots to help strengthen and extend protections against COVID-19 infections.
Annual True Smoke Out happening in La Grange
The second Annual True Smoke Out is taking place behind 3365 Fred Everett Road in La Grange through Saturday. The venue opened on Thursday to members and on Friday at 8:30 am officials announced the opening of the Smoke Out.
A Hometowne Holiday set for Sunday, Oct. 24 - Shop Local
“A Hometowne Holiday” shopping event will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24 at the Exchange in downtown Kinston at 121 W. Gordon St. Admission is free! Door prizes will be announced throughout the afternoon.
Jones County Emergency Management along, Jones County Sheriff’s Office partnering with NCHART and NC Marine Fisheries in aquatic rescue training
Jones County Emergency Management along with the Jones County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with NCHART and NC Marine Fisheries in an aquatic rescue training Wednesday October 27th at the Brock Mill Pond.
The City of Kinston and Downtown Kinston Revitalization is partnering with Duke Energy Foundation to offer grants between $500 and $2,500 to small businesses for COVID-19 past cost reimbursements or new business and property improvements
Election 2021: BJ Murphy interviews council candidate Les Lipford
Neuse News publisher BJ Murphy sat down with candidate Les Lipford to discuss his City Council bid and issues facing the City of Kinston. They discussed the two requests for mayor and council pay increases, department head vacancies, how to help small businesses struggling to find employees, and more.
Election 2021: BJ Murphy interviews mayoral candidate Jeffrey Warren
Neuse News publisher BJ Murphy sat down with mayoral candidate Jeffrey Warren to discuss his bid to become Kinston's Mayor and issues facing the City of Kinston. They discussed the two requests for mayor and council pay increases, department head vacancies, how to help small businesses struggling to find employees, and more.
Tuna Relay returns to Jones County
The Tuna Relay returns to Jones County on Friday, Oct. 22 - Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021 with runners on local roads beginning at 10PM through 10:00AM. The Tuna Relay /70 starts at the Comfort Volunteer Fire Department at 3:30AM on Saturday, Oct 23.
2021 Nancy Peele Memorial Scholarships announced
Ms. Tanner West and Ms. Mariela Puac are awarded the scholarships at the entrance to UNC Lenoir Health Care. These excellent students are currently enrolled in the Lenoir Community College Radiography Program. Shown with Tanner and Puac is Constance Hengel, Foundation Director, along with Heather Paramore and Esther Hill from the UNC Lenoir Deparment of Radiology.