Today, Lenoir County Sheriff Ronnie Ingram announced he has filed for re-election with the Lenoir County Board of Elections for the Office of Sheriff.
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NC Free Enterprise Foundation rates local legislatures
The NC Free Enterprise Foundation (NCFREE) released its 2021 Legislative Business Ratings. The foundation ranks NC General Assembly members voting records on votes related to advancing business and free enterprise within North Carolina.
Jones County Community Hope among those receiving Healthier Together grants
Healthier Together, a public-private partnership between the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and NC Counts Coalition, has awarded $500,000 in the second round of grants to support a new cohort of local community groups to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines throughout North Carolina.
Perry campaign exceeds cash goal
According to campaign finance reports maintained by the North Carolina State Board of Elections, NC State Senator Jim Perry (R-Lenoir) has been an outstanding campaign fundraiser during his short time in the North Carolina General Assembly.
Deep run community celebrates Earl Greene's 100th birthday
On Saturday, the community of Deep Run turned out for long time resident Earl Greene who turned 100 years old. Greene was surrounded by friends and family members who gathered to celebrate his milestone.
Facial coverings optional effective immediately for LCPS
Beginning Tuesday, December 7th face coverings are optional for students and staff but required for visitors and anyone attending an indoor sporting event.
North Carolina Announces More Participants for the Community Economic Recovery and Resiliency Initiative
The North Carolina Department of Commerce will continue the Community Economic Recovery and Resiliency Initiative (CERRI) by supporting 16 additional communities with their economic recovery following the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
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 November.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market Update December 4, 2021
Farmer’s Market hours: Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.
One dead, one injured in Deep Run fire
DEEP RUN — One person is dead and another is injured after a structure fire in Deep Run this afternoon. One victim died from the fire. Another was injured and was transported by Lenoir County EMS to a hospital.
Lenoir County Sheriff's office: Subject murdered in Lenoir County
At approximately 5:05 pm on December 2, Lenoir County deputies responded to 5925 Saint Thomas Court in Grifton for a reporting shooting incident.
Amazon is coming to Kinston
The world’s fourth most valuable brand, Amazon, is coming to Kinston. “I can tell you that they are coming,” said Lenoir County Chair Linda Rouse Sutton. Job openings include Warehouse Shopper Team Member, Amazon Prime Delivery Driver, Package Sorter, Amazon Warehouse Worker, Warehouse Assistant and more.
Kinston Lenoir County Public Library has options for teens to hang out
Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library is trying to help teens find a place they feel comfortable to socialize and do some of the things they love with others who have the same interests.
Governor Cooper vetoes Election Day Integrity Act Bill
"The legislature ironically named this bill 'The Election Day Integrity Act' when it actually does the opposite. Election integrity means counting every legal vote, but this bill virtually guarantees that some will go uncounted."
Thanks from Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department
Local chiropractic offices have donated several first aid kits to the Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation department.
Low Income Energy Assistance (LIEAP) helps with heating costs
The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a federally-funded program that provides for a one-time vendor payment to help eligible households pay their heating bills.
Children’s Village Academy first nine weeks honors
Children’s Village Academy first nine weeks honors
Planned Four-Way Stop Will Make Lenoir County Intersection Safer
A Lenoir County intersection is set to be transformed into an all-way stop next week to reduce the risk of serious crashes.