Upstair at the Market closed on Friday, December 31, 2021. Known for grab-and-go meals, as well as an eclectic variety of items to purchase, Upstairs at the Market had a solid niche in Kinston.
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Greene County Board of Education temporarily reinstates mandatory masking requirement
The Greene County Schools posted an update on Facebook about mask mandates. Due to the significant surge of COVID cases over the past several weeks, the Greene County Board of Education has temporarily reinstated the mandatory masking requirement for all students, staff and visitors while inside any Greene County Schools’ facility.
Governor Cooper warns Eastern NC to prepare for severe storms
Over the next 12-24 hours, portions of North Carolina could see severe storms, heavy rain, significant snowfall, gusty winds, and coastal flooding. Governor Roy Cooper urges North Carolinians to stay aware of the local weather forecast and prepare for the conditions expected in your area.
North Carolina's November county and area employment figures released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 97 of North Carolina’s counties in November and increased in three. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 7.0 percent while Orange County had the lowest at 2.4 percent.
Lenoir County births
Birth certificate records obtained from the Lenoir County Register of Deeds database list the mother's maiden name. In some cases only one parent is listed:
North Carolina reports record-high number of daily COVID-19 cases
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported on its COVID-19 dashboard today the highest one-day number of COVID-19 cases. NCDHHS is closely monitoring hospital capacity and is urging North Carolinians to gather safely, get vaccinated and boosted, and wear a mask indoors in public places.
Rotary International president to visit Kinston
Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta from West Bengal, India RI President biography will be in North Carolina for a visit to Rotary District 7730. Included in his itinerary is a visit to EastPoint Prosthetics & Orthotics, Inc. and Additive America, Inc. in Kinston.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
K-9 Karr, long time KPD (retired) partner, crosses the rainbow bridge
It is with heartfelt sympathy that we learned today that our retired partner in crime fighting, K-9 Karr, passed away and is running over the rainbow bridge to join his friends that passed before him. K-9 Karr was an asset to the Kinston Police Department beginning in May of 2008.
January 2022 meetings for Lenoir, Greene, and Jones Counties
Here is a list of upcoming 2022 local government meetings for Lenoir, Greene, and Jones Counties.
University of Maryland Global Campus Dean's List
The following local students were named to the Dean's List for the fall term at University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC). To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.
Neuse News year in review: December
The top five stories in December were Amazon is coming to Kinston, North Carolina approved to extend student P-EBT food assistance benefits through 2021-22 school year; child care P-EBT still pending federal approval, Updated: Super 10 to close in downtown Kinston, TikTok challenge leads to scare at Greene County Middle School, Former Lenoir County Deputy charged with exploitation.
Distinguished Young Women bring Christmas Cheer to Mary’s Soup Kitchen
Often times, we receive our greatest blessings by giving to others. This was the case on December 21, 2021.
Single story house fire in Deep Run
Lenoir County 911 received a call shortly after 6 p.m. Today for a reported structure fire at 2825 Old Pink Hill Rd in Deep Run. Units arrived on scene to find a single story residence, fully involved with fire.
Neuse News year in review: November
Top five stories in November were Governor Cooper Signs Four Bills into Law, Governor Cooper Signs Three Bills into Law, LCPS confirms fire fatality of a Banks Elementary student, Kinston Police Officers respond to shooting, Breaking News: Fatal fire takes the life of a juvenile in Kinston
Lenoir County Assistant Clerk of Superior Court Mary Alphin seeks election as Clerk
Lenoir County Assistant Clerk of Superior Court Mary Alphin has announced her candidacy for election to the post of Clerk, seeking to succeed Clerk Dawn Stroud when Stroud retires at the end of her term. Stroud has announced she will not seek re-election.
KPD officers responded to reports of gunfire
On December 29, 2021, at approximately 1:08 am, KPD officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area of the 500 block of East Shine Street. Officers arrived in the area and observed two groups of people shooting at each other.
Hookerton Fire and EMS reports rabid coyote
Hookerton Fire and EMS reported a rabid coyote near the 4-way intersection.
Neuse News year in review: October
Top 5 stories in October: Governor Cooper encourages eligible families in North Carolina to apply for Child Tax Credit payments - Tractor Supply in Kinston to move from current location - Kinston Police Department Narcotics Unit: Man charged with Conspiracy to sell/deliver Cocaine, Distribute a controlled substance within 1000 feet of school - Kinston Police need help identifying suspects - Mike Parker: Beware latest Medicare scam – and hang up.
Duke Energy Power outages near Skinner's Bypass
Duke Energy reported a power outage on their website affecting approximately 2,092 customers around Kinston. The cause was not listed, and the estimated time of restoration is 5:00 pm.