The Awards Day ceremony for the North Lenoir High School Class of 2022 will be held Thursday, May 19, at 9 a.m. in the school auditorium.
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Greene County to hold swearing in ceremony for Interim Sheriff Sassser
“There will be a special meeting Monday the 14th at 8:30 a.m. to approve the bond for the newly appointed Sheriff. The swearing-in ceremony is to take place immediately afterward.” Burress posted on his Facebook page.
Op-Ed: Golden LEAF to launch $11 million Community-Based Grants Initiative in Southeastern North Carolina
Southeastern North Carolina has a unique opportunity this fall to leverage an available $11 million to be awarded by the Golden LEAF Foundation for projects that will boost job creation and economic investment, workforce preparedness, and agriculture.
Brooketah Banks announces candidacy for Clerk of Court
I’m asking the citizens of Lenoir County to embrace a new face, a new vision, and a new hope by voting for me, Brooketah C. Banks as Clerk of Court for Lenoir County. Let’s ensure “The Can” that became “I Can” will now become “We Can” as we vote “Banks for Change” on November 8, 2022.
Gas prices highest ever on record
North Carolina has reached an all time high with the price of gas due to inflation and the Russian-Ukraine conflict. According to AAA, the national average has not been this high since July 2008 and could increase further over the next week.
Governor Cooper reminds North Carolinians to prepare for severe weather
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed March 6-12 as Severe Weather Preparedness Week and is urging North Carolinians to prepare for severe weather that’s common during spring months.
Greene County Commissioners name Sasser as interim sheriff
The Greene County Board of Commissioners voted to select Matt Sasser as the interim sheriff until the upcoming election in November. Sasser replaces Sheriff Lemmie Smith.
2022 Lenoir County build update and fundraiser
The Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne has issued a progress update on the 2022 Lenoir County Build. It is the first habitat house being built in Lenoir County in a number of years. The walls are up and the tresses will be set up on the house the week of March 7, 2022. There will be a fundraiser on St. Patrick’s Day at Mother Earth Brewery.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Maysville Public Library prepares to be updated
Jones County Public Libraries made the following announcement on their Facebook page: The Maysville Public Library is getting an update! Stay connected to see the upgrades we're making and the final reveal.
Evelyn’s Boutique will open on March 17, 2022
Evelyn’s Boutique announced on their Facebook page that they are reopening.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Kinston High Sophomore Gabrielle Smith named Miss Neuse 2022
Kinston High Sophomore Gabrielle Smith was named Miss Neuse 2022 on Saturday evening. The scholarship pageant sponsored by Hugo Fire and Rescue was held in front of a packed Kinston Lenoir County Performing Arts Center crowd. Runner-ups and other award winners are listed here.
Masks to become optional in state agencies starting March 7
Based on improving trends with COVID-19, masks will become optional in most state agencies and facilities beginning March 7. This coincides with updates to guidance from state health officials based on the emerging science and evidence to best protect North Carolinians.
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.
2022 candidate update for Jones County
The statewide primary is Tuesday, May 17, 2022. During this election, voters can choose which candidates they prefer to be on the general election ballot in November. The candidate filing period ended at 12:00 pm on March 4, 2022.
2022 Election candidate update for Greene County
The statewide primary is Tuesday, May 17, 2022. During this election, voters can choose which candidates they prefer to be on the general election ballot in November. The candidate filing period ended at 12:00 pm on March 4, 2022.
2022 Election candidate update for Lenoir County
The statewide primary is Tuesday, May 17, 2022. During this election, voters can choose which candidates they prefer to be on the general election ballot in November. The candidate filing period ended at 12:00 pm on March 4, 2022.
Procession for La Grange Town Council member and former Fire Chief David "Pumper" Holmes
Procession for La Grange Town Council member and former Fire Chief David "Pumper" Holmes.
Lenoir Community College-Jones County Campus announces Barber Program
Lenoir Community College-Jones County Campus Barber Program is now open. Start date for this class will be 21 March @9am. Classes will be held everyday Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm.