Candidate filing for the 2022 statewide primary and rescheduled municipal elections will resume at 8 a.m. Thursday, February 24, and run through noon March 4, 2022.
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Powdered infant formula recalled, FDA warns consumers not to use certain powdered infant formulas
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is cautioning families about certain infant formula that has been recalled by Abbott for potentially containing a bacteria that can lead to hospitalization in infants. The recall includes powdered formulas Similac, Alimentum, EleCare and EleCare Jr., and they should not be used.
Kinston Police: Updated murder update
On May 31, 2015 at 12:24 pm, Timothy Nobles was shot multiple times while operating his motor vehicle on the 400 Block of Cox Avenue at Heritage Street.
Kinston Police Department: Unsolved Murder Update
On Tuesday, November 5, 2013, just prior to 1:30 pm, James Franklin and two people were parked in a vehicle on the 200 block of E. Capitola Avenue. Witnesses stated that they saw two unknown subjects standing in the backyard of a residence on N. McLewean Street, shooting toward the vehicle. All three people in the vehicle were shot.
Lenoir County Public School moves to optional face covering in all facilities
The Lenoir County School Board held an emergency meeting on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 to discuss the face covering policy.
Local and state politicians discuss their mask mandate opinions
The City of Kinston has a current mask mandate requiring everyone to wear a mask inside of city buildings. Mayor Dontario Hardy said, "We will be taking the recommendations from the Governor's office and Secretary Kinsley's office here in the very near future."
The Rickie Allen Pearson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship awarded
The Rickie Allen Pearson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship was recently awarded to Lenoir Community College Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) graduate Hailey Daniels, an officer with the Kinston Police Department.
Governor Roy Cooper selects Morgan Swinson to serve as District Court Judge
Governor Cooper appoints Morgan Swinson as District Court Judge for Judicial District 4, which includes Jones, Onslow, and Sampson counties. The Fourth Judicial District met in January to determine whose name would be submitted to serve in the remainder of Judge Sarah Seaton's term.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department: Public Health Nurse I
Lenoir County Health Department: Public Health Nurse I. Salary range: $40,982 - $55,116
Connecting with Social Services resources at the Public Library
Housing. Food. Transportation. Employment. Mental health resources. These are just a few of the things that we sometimes take for granted as always being there, but are a major struggle for others to obtain. There are people each day at our public library looking for assistance with these basic needs, and sometimes it can be difficult for them to find the right resource.
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:
NCDOR issues update on opening of 2022 tax season
Tax law changes included in last year’s budget delayed the Department of Revenue’s (DOR) finalization of tax forms, updates for tax systems, and approval of tax preparation software. Accurately processing 2021 tax year returns and issuing refunds in timely manner is a priority for DOR.
Mike Parker: Freedom Classic pits Navy against Air Force this weekend
Historic Grainger Stadium will again host one of the fiercest battles of this year's baseball season as teams from the United States Naval Academy and the United States Air Force Academy face each other in a three-game competition for bragging rights. This year marks the 12th Freedom Classic baseball competition involving U.S. service academies.
Cooking with Tammy: Is your chicken tired?
Chicken is a super healthy protein, but are there days you feel like you have eaten so much chicken you may just start clucking? Don’t give up on cooking chicken just change it up a bit. Here are some healthy ways to make your chicken dinners interesting. Here are some great easy and “lightened” up recipes for you to try!! Enjoy!!
Sheriff Ronnie Ingram Again Joins LCC’s Casino Night as Celebrity Dealer
Lenoir Community College is happy to welcome Lenoir County’s Sheriff Ronnie Ingram as a returning “celebrity dealer” to this year’s Casino Night, Feb. 25 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Lenoir County Shrine Club. Tables open at 7 p.m.
1784 Cafe opened in Trenton
On February 5, 2022, the 1734 Cafe opened in Trenton. The cafe, owned by Andrea Eubank, features coffees, espresso, lattes and other beverages and breakfast, lunch, or munch menu. The 1734 Cafe is at 130 W. Jones Street, in Trenton.
Kinston Community Health Center is partnering with Fusion
This free program launches in Eastern North Carolina offering virtual wellness classes for women ages 18 and up with various ability levels. Classes are taught by certified and licensed professionals including cardio, chair exercise, dance, mindfulness, life coaching, strength, and yoga.
NCDOT seeking small disadvantaged businesses
Small, women-owned and disadvantaged business owners wanting to learn how to compete for state transportation contracts are invited to attend a free workshop Feb. 19 in Lenoir County.
Lenoir County marriages
The following marriages were verified by the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center to hold exclusive exhibit opening
The CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center is growing again! On March 11 the Center will unveil its final phase of permanent exhibits. Entitled, “The Civil War in Eastern North Carolina,” these exhibits will showcase a variety of aspects of the Civil War including causes, military engagements and personalities, and the involvement of women and African Americans during the conflict.