Congratulations to Amelia Smith, winner of the North Carolina Public Library Director's Association Volunteer of the Year award.
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Fatal Fire in LaGrange Under Investigation
Lenoir County Emergency Services Director Murry Stroud released Information:
Jones County Emergency Services Director Timmy Pike Unexpectedly Passes Away
According to the Jones County Emergency Services Facebook Page on Friday:
“Our Emergency Services Director, Timmy Pike unexpectedly passed away today. We are all shocked and Jones County lost a great man.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Homemade holiday gifts to share
The Holidays are a terrific time to say a big thanks and of course Merry Christmas to many friends, family and co-workers. What better way than to give the gift of food! Here are several ideas, some are a bit healthier than others but all are fun and will be enjoyed by those special to you!
City of Kinston to hold special meeting at The Gate
The City Council of the City of Kinston will hold a special meeting on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at 6pm at The Gate.
Farmers Market update for December 10, 2022
Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday
Arendell Parrott Quiz Bowl Team Undefeated
The APA Quiz Bowl team defeated Ayden Grifton and South Lenoir at our match on December 3, 2022. Teams played each other three times. APA went undefeated. The next match is in February at Ayden Grifton against teams from across the state.
LCC Biology students take the classroom outside
Lenoir Community College Principles of Biology (Biology 110) students took to outdoors to learn about watersheds, pollution, environmental equity, and local issues regarding water quality. Samantha Krop from Sound Rivers spoke to the students about monitoring and protecting waterways.
Evans & Associates and Partner Agency Supports LCC Scholarship Program
Evans & Associates of Kinston and Lititz Mutual Insurance Company of Pennsylvania have partnered to together to present a matching donation to the Lenoir Community College Foundation in support of student scholarships.
Making connections at the La Grange Public Library
Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner. For many, these meals are things we take for granted and do not worry about, but for 41 million Americans food insecurity is a problem. According to the USDA, 87.5 percent of US households suffered from food insecurity in 2021; that total includes 5.1 million children. Due to COVID, job layoffs, and the state of the economy, that number is increasing.
Sylvia Ipock White released from prison
Sylvia Ipock White was released from prison on December 2, 2022 after serving 29 years for the death of her husband, Billy White Sr. and his four-year-old son, Billy C. White II. White will remain on parole until 12/01/2027.
Sheriff Sasser Sworn in on Monday as New Greene County Sheriff
According to Greene County Government’s Facebook Page:
Greene County Board of Commissioners meeting recap
On Monday, December 5, 2022, the Greene County Board of Commissioners met in their regular meeting at the Greene County Operations Center. As this was the first meeting since the general election, County Manager Kyle DeHaven led the start of the meeting asking the County Clerk of Courts Holly Little to deliver the oath of office to the three newly elected/re-elected board members.
Greene Central was selected to take part of America Celebrates ornament program
As part of the nationwide program, 17 students from Greene Central High were chosen to participate in the annual America Celebrates ornament program.
Officials Took their Oath in Jones County On Monday
The following officials were sworn in by Susan Gray (Register of Deeds) during the Jones County Commissioners Meeting on Monday:
Lenoir County Public School Board swearing in ceremony
The Lenoir County Public School Board held a swearing in ceremony on Monday for W.D. Anderson and Keith King who retained their seats. Michelle Cash was also sworn in. She ran unopposed in the midterm election after beating incumbent Billy Davis in the primaries. Anderson and King were sworn in by Lenoir County Clerk of Superior Court Mary Alphin, and Cash was sworn in by Wayne County Deputy Clerk Rachel Turner.
Council proposes special meeting to address safety concerns
Concern for the safety of Kinston was the public sentiment at the city council meeting on Tuesday. After the public comments, Council members Chris Suggs and Felicia Solomon revisited a tabled agenda item on a town hall type discussion with the community to address concerns about recent crime.
Frink, Pink Hill earn spot on state Top 10 list for academic progress
Two LCPS schools have been recognized as among the best in the state for their work with students with disabilities, based on those students’ academic progress during the last school year.
On Saturday, December 3rd, 2022 at 7:42pm officers responded to a hit and run involving a vehicle vs pedestrian at the intersection of Vernon Ave and Rhem St.
Bill Gray Memorial Whole Hog Cook-off to be held in Deep Run
The Bill Gray Memorial Whole Hog Cookoff will be on December 9th and 10th at South Lenoir High School at 3355 Highway 11 in Deep Run. The Bill Gray Memorial Whole Hog Cook-Off is a fundraiser for Deep Run Volunteer Fire Department and the Deep Run community. Mr. Gray was said to be the heart of the Deep Run community and is remembered for all the hogs he cooked for the people and community he loved.