North Carolina State Senator Jim Perry (R- Lenoir) was honored as Legislator of the year by the Jobs and Opportunities for the Blind (JOB) Alliance.
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NCDMV Making It Easier to Process Liens, Abandoned Vehicles
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles License and Theft Bureau is making it easier and more efficient for people to process mechanic liens on unclaimed or abandoned vehicles.
LCPS is partnering with the Lenoir County Health Department to offer required school vaccines
LCPS is partnering with the Lenoir County Health Department to offer required school vaccines for rising 7th graders and rising 12th graders. For your convenience, these will be given at your child's school during the school day.
Start your garden with the Master Gardener Volunteers of Lenoir County Plant Sale
The annual Lenoir Master Garden Plant Sale will be held behind the Cooperative Extension office at the Master Gardener Greenhouse at 1791 Hwy. 11/55 in Kinston.
KPD: Suspects identity sought in cases of Breaking and Entering
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with helping identify the subject(s) pictured below. The photos are from two different breaking and entering cases involving convenience stores within the last week.
UNC Lenoir Health Care hosts job fair
There is a job fair at UNC Lenoir Health Care. Applicants can go to the job fair until 8:00 pm today, and from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm tomorrow.
Six LCPS students from four high schools chosen for selective NC Governor’s School
Six students representing four LCPS high schools will spend a month this summer at the selective North Carolina Governor’s School, receiving specialized instruction in academic or artistic disciplines they’re passionate about.
Neuse Regional Libraries named finalist for 2022 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service
The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced today that Neuse Regional Libraries is among 30 finalists for the 2022 National Medal for Museum and Library Service.
NWS: Severe weather possible Thursday afternoon and evening
Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening (3-9 PM) ahead of a cold front.
Lions Industries for the Blind, Inc. celebrates 50 years of service
Despite the delays faced last year, Lions Industries for the Blind, Inc. (LIB) celebrated 50 years of service to the community through providing jobs for blind, visually impaired, deaf, and other disabled individuals.
Governor Cooper Proclaims April as North Carolina STEM Education Month
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed April as North Carolina STEM Education Month to show support for the students, leaders and organizations in the science, technology, engineering and math fields across our state.
Local attorney Chris Rogerson appointed as District Court Judge
Christopher Rogerson will serve as a District Court Judge in District 8, which serves Greene, Lenoir and Wayne counties. He will fill the vacant seat created by the retirement of Judge Charles P. Gaylor, III. Rogerson will be sworn in on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 4:00 pm at the Lenoir County Superior Courtroom.
International flight makes emergency landing at GTP this afternoon
After experiencing some mechanical issues, an international flight (a chartered plane) landed at the Global TransPark in Kinston this afternoon. The flight originated in Antigua and was bound for New York. The flight landed safely at the GTP; there were no injuries on the flight.
NWS Morehead City: Some Severe Thunderstorms Possible Thursday Afternoon/Evening
Showers and some storms are possible tonight, but a better threat for a few severe thunderstorms arrives later Thursday afternoon and into the early evening ahead of a cold front. The best chance for a severe storm will be inland Eastern NC.
Supreme Choice Health Care gives away gas to home care aides
Supreme Choice Health Care gave up to $50 of gas to home care aides. The first 250 cars got up to $50 in free gas when they show their home care badge or have scrubs on.
Poultry shows and public sales suspended until further notice due to High Path Avian Influenza
State Veterinarian Mike Martin announced today that all North Carolina poultry shows, and public sales will be suspended due to the threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza.
Kids On Stage presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella
Kids On Stage presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, at the Greene County Wellness Center. You have 5 different opportunities to see this show. April 8 at 6:30 pm, April 9 at 1:30 pm, April 9 at 6:30 pm, April 10 at 2:30 pm, and lastly, April 10 at 6:30 pm. Doors will open 45 minutes before the show.
Greene County welcomes new business
On Tuesday morning, the North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Building Envelope Erection Services (BEES) at 1441 Nahunta Road in Snow Hill. “This is a great addition to the county,” said Senator Don Davis. “This is where we need to be right now as we are still coming out of difficult times. This is about growing the economy, and growing the county.”
Suddenlink to become Optimum by end of 2022
Parent company Altice USA announced the rebranding effort on Monday
“Optimum is one of the largest connectivity providers in the U.S., delivering Internet, TV, and mobile services to millions of people and small businesses across the country. And here is what becoming Optimum will mean for you:”
NWS: Severe weather potential Tuesday night through Thursday
The main threats will be isolated damaging wind gusts and large hail, though a tornado can't be ruled out.