The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office:
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Lenoir County Historical Association hosts reverse drawing
The Lenoir County Historical Association will be hosting their annual reverse drawing event on Friday, March 18th 2022. There are 500 printed tickets available for $20 which includes a meal and a chance to win eight giveaways of $20-$100, and a final giveaway of $1000. The drive thru dinner plate pick up begins at 5:30 pm while the drawing begins at 7:00pm.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Upcoming Meetings for Jones, Greene, and Lenoir Counties for March 13-19, 2022
Listed below are the upcoming government meetings for Jones, Greene, and Lenoir Counties.
Jones County property owners to receive notification of new values of properties.
Jones County property owners will soon receive notification of new values of properties.
Wood Ducks to Host High School Girls Soccer Game at Grainger Stadium
The Down East Wood Ducks announced today they will be hosting a neutral site high school soccer game between the Arendell Parrott Academy Patriots and the North Lenoir Hawks on Monday, March 14.
Small Town Market opens on North Herritage Street
Neuse News visited Small Town Market on the opening day. The shop is located at 211-C N Herritage Street in Kinston and will feature different vendors.
NWS: Strong cold front, severe weather expected tomorrow
The biggest threat remains severe weather both ahead of and along the cold front from early Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon.
Giving back one bounce at the time
Greene Early College’s philosophy has always been to give back to the community through service to other schools, community organizations, and churches in any way possible. Jacinta Blow, a GEC senior, used her passion for the game of basketball to give back.
Positive Parenting Program: Mom and Dads need time-outs, too!
When parents are stressed and tired, raising children can be even harder. The better you take care of yourself, the better you can take care of your children.
LCPS All-County Chorus concert 1 p.m. Saturday
On Saturday, March 12 at 1 p.m. the All-County Chorus concert featuring 250 elementary, middle and high school students from all LCPS schools will perform at the Kinston-Lenoir County Performing Arts Center (PAC) on the campus of Kinston High School.
Awards Day ceremony for the North Lenoir High School Class of 2022
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.
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: