On Wednesday, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office arrested a woman for stealing Visa gift cards valued at more than $1,000.
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Delta Kappa Gamma recognizes outstanding beginning teachers in their third year
Lenoir County’s Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma recently recognized outstanding beginning teachers in their third year of teaching for the month of October. Congratulations to Melanie Smith, teacher at South Lenoir High School, Will Kelly, teacher at Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School, and Tony Kopanski, teacher at Woodington Middle School for having been chosen by their mentors.
Readout from Governor’s Office Meeting with Duke Energy Officials Following Christmas Power Outages
Governor Cooper and staff from the Governor’s Office met with officials from Duke Energy to ask questions about the causes of power outages over the Christmas holiday, December 24, 25, and 26, and understand utility leaders’ plans to avoid similar outages and improve communications with customers and the public in the future.
Woman arrested for stealing, trying to sell vehicles
A Lenoir County woman has been arrested by the Pink Hill Police Department after a Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office investigation.
Munn Gymnasium sustains damage in storm
Munn Gymnasium at South Lenoir High School sustained damage as a storm moved through the area. “The roof was damaged in places but is intact structurally. School is expected to open to students on Thursday as scheduled,” said Lenoir County Public Information Officer Patrick Holmes.
Grants bolster LCPS’s effort to make yellow buses green
More than $1.3 million in state grants won by the LCPS Transportation Department will upgrade the district’s bus fleet by reducing its impact on the environment.
Save a Life: Apply For a Free Bicycle Helmet
As part of the annual Bicycle Helmet Initiative to encourage more children to wear helmets, the N.C. Department of Transportation will give free protective headwear to organizations across the state to distribute to youth cyclists.
Be the voice of a child; Become a volunteer Guardian Ad Litem
Do you ever watch the news or hear about challenges in our community and think, “I wish there was something I could do to make a difference?” Well, there is!
Pewter designs make a comeback when local business carries on the tradition
Amanda and Matt Morgan are handcrafted pewter artisans who hope to keep the tradition alive by providing quality products their customer’s love. House of Morgan Pewter, located in Kinston was built by Morgan’s uncle and aunt, Kent and Martha Morgan who taught themselves how to work with pewter.
Early morning residential structure fire injures two
Multiple fire departments at the scene of a working residential structure fire. Just after 03:00 am this morning, Lenoir County 911 received a call reporting a home on fire. Fire department crews arrived to find heavy fire showing from a large two-story home.
Upcoming County Commissioner meetings for Lenoir County, Jones County, and Greene County
Listed below are the upcoming commissioner meetings for Lenoir County, Jones County, and Greene County.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
New Year brings hope for Magic Mile Media and Neuse News
2022 brought the best out of Magic Mile Media and Neuse News. While there were many highlights, a few moments stand out.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market Update 12/31/2022
TC Smith Produce will be at the market tomorrow, Saturday, December 31st, offering pre-cooked and fresh collards, honey, jams and jellies, and shelled pecans. Come down to support our local vendors.
Neuse News year in review: December
Neuse News delivers hyper-local news to the inbox of our readers every morning at 7:00 AM. Here is a look back on December’s most memorable articles.
Lenoir Oxygen Supply to close after 64 years
Lenoir Oxygen Supply, at 208 W. Gordon Street in Kinston will close its doors on December 30, 2022 for the final time as owner Jack Boone retires. Lenoir Oxygen Supply was also a welding Supply Store and Small Engine Parts. Lenoir Oxygen Supply was started in 1958.
Neuse News year in review: November
Neuse News delivers hyper-local news to the inbox of our readers every morning at 7:00 AM. Here is a look back on November’s most memorable articles.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance in identification
On Wednesday, Dec. 21, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to an alarm call at Faith Fellowship Church (2278 Pauls Path Road, Kinston). When they arrived, they discovered an unlocked door to the church in the back of the church. Video footage showed this suspect opening the door; once the alarm went off, the suspect fled on foot.
Neuse News year in review: October
Neuse News delivers hyper-local news to the inbox of our readers every morning at 7:00 AM. Here is a look back on October’s most memorable articles.