MANCHESTER, NH (05/16/2023)-- Heather Joy of Kinston (28504) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Winter 2023 President's List. The winter terms run from January to May.
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APA Dance Ensembles Perform at NC Showcase
Congratulations to APA Upper and Middle School Dance Ensembles who performed their state champion ensemble pieces as part of the NC Showcase in Greensboro on May 13th. The Showcase celebrated NC’s top educators, administrators, and schools featuring performances by State Champions in Fine Arts from across the state.
Restored Hope Boutique Grand Opening
On Wednesday, Restored Hope Boutique had its grand opening. The boutique, located at 124 N Queen St., is a part of Hope Restorations. The grand opening started with a tour of the House of Hope for Women then the ribbon-cutting ceremony took place at the boutique afterward.
City Council approves animal control interlocal agreement, noise ordinance amendment, and 4-way stop
In a recent Kinston City Council meeting, several important agenda items were discussed and approved. The council addressed various matters, including the authorization of an interlocal agreement for animal control services, an amendment to the noise ordinance, and a request for a four-way stop at the intersection of Mitchell St. and North St.
Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro Wayne Informational Sessions
Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro Wayne will be holding two informational sessions on May 18th from 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and on May 23 from 5:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. The sessions will be held at the Kinston Neuse Regional Library, Auditorium A. The sessions will provide residents with the necessary information to apply for homeownership with Habitat.
Logan Mozingo Initiated into Omicron Delta Kappa
Logan Mozingo, a native of Kinston, was recently initiated into the East Carolina University Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society. The Society welcomed 1,869 new initiates from 78 universities during April 2023.
Growing Together: EMGV Association Cultivates Partnerships in Lenoir County
On March 25th Lenoir County Master Gardener Association (EMGV) and members of the Southeastern Native Plant Society gathered for a workday at our Native Plant Garden and Meadow located at the CSS Neuse Replica. EMGV Karen Mulcahy directed the group to remove invasive plants and freshen up the area for the spring.
Teaching Fellow adds second scholarship ‘out of the blue’
It took Skylar Harrison about six months to apply for, to interview for and to win a scholarship to N.C. State University as a North Carolina Teaching Fellow. It took her a week to win a second scholarship to State.
Sen. Jim Perry: Voter ID, Fairness in Women’s Sports, & More
I want to express my sincere gratitude for your readership of our legislative newsletter. Your dedication to remaining well-informed makes a real difference in our region, and I am honored by your willingness to make this newsletter a part of your monthly routine.
New bar, The Mullet, set to open downtown: Business in the front, party in the back
Local entrepreneur, Travis Stanley Harper, is excited to unveil The Mullet bar, a new establishment set to open on Herritage Street in Kinston. The unique bar, featuring a wine shop and gift store at the front and a lively dance floor in the back, is a testament to Harper's innovative spirit and dedication to the community.
Varin Worthington: Unbox Your Summer at Neuse Regional Libraries
The days are getting longer, the school year is getting ready to come to a close, and for public libraries that can only mean one thing: it’s time for summer reading!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Ingenious Trash Trap to safeguard Adkin Branch's natural beauty
For those who missed it, the Trash Trap being proposed for the Adkin Branch is very promising. Samantha Krop, Sound River’s Riverkeeper for the Neuse River Basin, shared exciting information about a new device to keep clean the Adkin Branch yesterday, Wednesday, May 10, at Holloway Recreation Center. The Adkin Branch is an important tributary of the Neuse River.
Mike Parker: Soil and Water Conservation award winners honored
I attended the Annual Education Celebration of the Lenoir Soil and Water Conservation District for the second year. The celebration took place on May 9 at the Cunningham Research Station.
Lenoir County Education Foundation 2023 Superball Tournament
The Lenoir County Education Foundation’s Annual Superball Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, September 14,2023 at the Kinston Country Club. Lunch starts at 11:30 and tee off is at 12:30pm.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
LCC Holds 61st Commencement
It was a night to remember for the nearly 250 graduates who walked across the stage at Lenoir Community College to receive degrees in the College’s 61st Annual Commencement in the Student Center.
Early College grads make room for memories as they look ahead
On a night that would likely be their last together as a group, graduating seniors at Lenoir County Early College High School hugged the memories made over the years by a small class at a school known as a place of encouragement and support.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market Update May 13, 2023
The market will be open with local blueberries and Mac peaches, plus a full array of seasonal vegetables, crafts, farm-fresh eggs, banana bread, and heirloom vegetable starts