Realo Discount Drugs on S. Queen Street in Kinston, has been locally owned and operated since 1982 when the first store was opened in Kinston.
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Business Brief: UScellular names Mark Blomefield Sales Manager for Kinston location
UScellular has appointed Mark Blomefield to sales manager for the company’s Kinston location at 4140 Vernon Ave. In this role, Blomefield is responsible for leading his team of wireless technology experts to help customers select the devices, plans and consumer electronics to best meet their needs. Blomefield has eight years of wireless experience.
Middle Man Liquidators opens in Pink Hill, still doing FB Lives
Middle Man Liquidators was started in March 2021 by Dale and Lisa Best as an idea to do Facebook Lives to sell products online. Their business grew fast and within a couple of months, they outgrew the storage building in their front yard.
City of Kinston building permits
The following building permits were issued in the City of Kinston:
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Inducts New Members
The following people recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.
Neuse Quilter's Guild donates to Ukraine
Wilmington bound! Thank you to Norma Daniels and Frank Daniels who are today delivering the quilts, blankets, clothes, toiletries, and other supplies for shipment for the people of Ukraine! Norma and other members of the Neuse Quilters Guild
Greene County Board of Elections needs opinions on One-Stop early voting
The Greene County Board of Elections would like your opinion on the One-Stop early voting hours and locations for the general election in 2022. The public is welcome to provide comments. These comments are vital for the Board of Elections to decide on a One-Stop plan.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
GEC Student Earns his Eagle Scout
Sawyer Wurdock, a Greene Early College junior, recently received the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement in the Scouting world. Attended by family, friends and fellow scouts, the official ceremony was held Saturday, April 10, at Hull Road Free Will Baptist Church.
Neuse News launches exclusive Sponsored Business Directory and Featured Story with Video Option
Neuse News has launched an exclusive "Sponsored Business Directory" featuring up to three businesses or organizations per industry. "We take great pride in being a small business startup in our home community,” said Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy. “We sympathize with their struggles over the last couple of years. Creating opportunities through video, news, and exclusive listings at an affordable price is one way we're trying to help."
North Carolina Community Colleges bring big return on investment for state’s economy and taxpayers
A new, in depth economic impact analysis found North Carolina’s 58 Community Colleges have a $19 billion annual impact on the state’s economy - supporting more than 320,000 jobs or one out of every 19 jobs across the state.
Chris Rogerson sworn in as District Court Judge in District 8
Christopher Rogerson was sworn in as a District Court Judge in District 8, which serves Greene, Lenoir and Wayne counties.
Reentry resource fair by NCWorks Career Center of Lenoir County held at The Gate
NC Works Career Center of Lenoir County was at The Gate to promote a resource fair to target and assist justice-involved individuals and their families to connect with community resources available to assist with their reentry.
Greene County Board of Education honors Jasper Barfield, Jr.
The Greene County Board of Education held a dedication ceremony of the Jasper Barfield, Jr. Boardroom. In attendance were members of the Greene County leadership, Senator Don Davis, and Jasper Barfield, Jr., and members of his family.
KPD: Child dies from injuries, father arrested
On April 12, 2022, shortly after 11:40am, Detectives and Officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to Lenoir Memorial Hospital regarding a reported child abuse.
Earth Day Expo returns to Neuseway Nature Park on Saturday
Neuseway Nature Park will have an event on Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm. The event is supported by the NC Science Festival and Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation.
Bojangles' to give away $1 million in gas cards
We're giving away 1 MILLION DOLLARS in GAS! Let us fuel your family and your car! Come in and purchase either a 12 piece Super Tailgate or 20 piece Jumbo Tailgate and receive a $10 Gas Card as a thank you! This is a Limited Time Offer While Supplies Last.
Speed a Little, Lose a Lot Campaign is April 11-17
Famed NASCAR driver Bobby Labonte has a message for all North Carolinians: speeding belongs on the racetrack - not the highway.
Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Center holds Annual Derby Car Race
Students in the Mechanical Engineering and Computer-Integrated Machining Programs recently put their skills to the test by participating in the annual Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Center (AAMC) Derby Car Race at the Center.
Volunteer fire departments to conduct a training water haul and tanker fill operation
On Tuesday, April 12, all eleven volunteer fire departments will conduct a training water haul and tanker fill operation. The event will be held on Beaman Old Creek Rd. and the hydrant closest to Hwy 91 N will be utilized. Residents may notice some discolored water briefly. We apologize for the inconvenience.