The Eastern Pregnancy Information Center is excited to announce their annual Run Baby Run 5K & 1 Mile Walk 4 Life fundraiser. The event will take place on Saturday, April 8th, at 304 North Queen Street in Kinston, NC.
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Snow Hill Primary announces "Terrific Kid" awards
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.
NRWASA/Lenoir County Water Systems Disinfectant Change to begin March 13th
Beginning March 13 and continuing until April 17, the City of Kinston, Deep Run Water Corporation, North Lenoir Water Corporation Town of Grifton and Town of Pink Hill will temporarily change the disinfectant used in the water treatment process. Chlorine will be used rather than chloramines during this five-week period.
Greene County Kids on Stage presents brand new show
Greene County Kids on Stage group has entered into a new territory with their latest production. This time KOS will be premiering a brand new musical called May We All as part of their brand new Conservatory program.
Governor Cooper Reminds North Carolinians to Prepare and Practice for Severe Weather
March 5-11 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week and Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolinians to prepare and practice safety plans in case severe weather strikes
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Meet Nick Boyd: The man saving Lenoir County homeowners' money
You’ve probably never met him and there’s a good chance you won’t recognize his name, but Nick Boyd has done something personally for you if you’re a homeowner in certain parts of Lenoir County: he’s saved you some hard-earned money.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Spring is Almost Here and That Means Fresh Asparagus!
March 20 is the official First Day of Spring and around eastern North Carolina that means that asparagus begins to “spring” up as well!! Asparagus has rapidly become a favorite green vegetable for many. It arrives in early spring but is available all summer!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Greene County Schools Announces Admin Changes
Greene County Schools announced some administrative changes during their board meeting on February 27. Long time Principal Jada Mumford of Greene County Intermediate School (GCIS) has been named the new Director of Federal Programs.
LCPS employee awards go to Southwood teacher assistant, Northwest custodian
Two LCPS staff members known for their hard work and bright personalities have garnered the first of several awards to be presented by the district to outstanding employees over the coming weeks.
NC State University Goodnight Scholarship awarded to South Lenoir High School student
South Lenoir High School posted the following on their Facebook page: Please join us in congratulating Zaire Garner on his receipt of the NC State University Goodnight Scholarship.
2023 Coastal Plains Livestock Show and Sale coming in April
The 83rd Coastal Plains Junior Livestock Show and Sale is right around the corner and we want to invite everyone to join us on April 10th and 11th at the Lenoir County Livestock Arena. Every year over 150 youth from Pitt, Greene, Lenoir, Craven, Jones, Carteret, Cumberland, Onslow, Duplin, Sampson, Pamlico, and Pender counties participate in this event.
Pink Hill Public Library Serves as Community Center for All
Libraries are more than just places to check out books, especially in small towns like Pink Hill. The Etta Jones Turner Public Library (Pink Hill Public Library) has served as a community center since 1984 .
LCPS students rack up honors In advancing to NC Science Fair
Eli Nobles likes tomatoes and his family likes to grow them in their garden. So when the time came for Eli to create a science fair project, tomatoes were at the top of his list.
KPD detectives seize firearm and over 400 grams of cocaine in drug bust
On March 7th, KPD’s Violent Crime Action Team concluded a 4 month investigation into the sale of crack cocaine from Avery Mitchell. Over the course of the investigation Detectives conducted 4 separate controlled purchases of cocaine
LCC Graphics student Jonah Daniels takes top award
For the fourth time in five years, a Lenoir Community College Graphics student was awarded top honors in this year’s PICA (Printing Industry of the Carolinas) student competition for printing and graphics.
Neuse Enterprises, Inc. Receives 3-year Accreditation
Leon Deans, Executive Director of Neuse Enterprises, Inc. is pleased to announce that Neuse Enterprises, Inc. has been issued CARF accreditation based on its recent survey. The 3-year Accreditation applies to the following program(s)/services(s).
KPD: Police chase ends with two arrests
On March 8th, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department were conducting proactive traffic enforcement in the area of Vernon Ave. Kinston, N.C. when officers noticed a black in color Nissan being operated with a fictitious registration and illegal window tint.
9th Annual Stew & Brew Supports G.I. Joe's Military Living History Museum
The annual events support the G.I. Joe's Military Living History Museum by donating 100% of the proceeds from the event allows the museum to provide funds to the arts and writing program.