Alexandra Avery of Kinston,(28503) graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art from the College of Charleston.
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Lenoir County Sheriff's Office extends gratitude for neighboring sheriff's offices' support
Appreciated cooperation from neighboring sheriff’s offices in Greene County and Jones County has helped Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office over the previous 24 hours.
Mills Funeral Home's License revoked following violations, customer complaints
Mills Funeral Home, a long-established funeral home in Kinston, North Carolina, is facing severe consequences as the state's regulatory body, the North Carolina Board of Funeral Service, has revoked its license. The decision comes after a series of violations and customer complaints against the funeral home and its licensed manager, Craig Randolph Mills.
Not just the run-of-the-mill book report
If one entered Greene Early College's Cafeteria during the final two weeks of school, they would have been surprised to find a trendy "Popup Library." Colorful and inviting with an enticing beach theme, students discovered books that piqued their interest and were available for summer reading. These were not just any books; they had been carefully selected by English teachers Natasha Martin and Emily Garris at GEC.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
LCPS seniors close out challenging, yet successful, chapter at graduation
More than 500 Lenoir County Public Schools graduating seniors put an exclamation point on a dramatic, often challenging but ultimately successful chapter of their lives during commencement exercises at Kinston, North Lenoir and South Lenoir high schools on Saturday.
NWS: Severe weather threat for Monday
There is potential for severe weather today associated with an approaching cold front which will cross the area tonight.
Eastern Carolina Showmanship Circuit Jones, Craven, Pamlico Livestock show
On August 18 & 19, 2023 Jones, Craven, and Pamlico Counties will be holding a livestock show at the Lenoir County Livestock Arena. This show will be a part of the 11 show showmanship circuit in our district. Showmanship rules are to be announced.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lady anglers from Kinston make a splash at Big Rock Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament
On Saturday, over 266 boats competed in the annual Big Rock Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament. Mama Tried, captained by Lenoir County native Tyler Everett, brought in a massive 41.9lb Wahoo to the Weigh Station, earning the team $20,482.
Recreational Fishing License sales and Vessel Registrations unavailable end of June
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is launching a new license and vessel registration system July 1. As part of the transition to the new system, hunting and fishing licenses — including Coastal Recreational Fishing Licenses — and vessel registrations will be unavailable for purchase from 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 to 8 a.m. Saturday, July 1.
The Perry Report: A productive month for the North Carolina Senate
It has been a very productive month for the North Carolina Senate. We have been working tirelessly on our version of the State Budget, which passed the chamber by a vote of 37-12. We also took the time to remember and honor our fallen heroes on Memorial Day – paying tribute to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice to ensure our freedom.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Gazpacho and Summertime Chilled Soups
I love soup and love to make soup, but I must admit it took a while for me to “warm” up to chilled soups and gazpacho! Cool, refreshing soups can be quite flavorful and hardy especially this time of year and all of the summer bounty available for your recipe. Gazpacho gives us a great way to make a spicy fresh tomato treat and what’s more refreshing than chilled cucumber? Give these recipes a try and see if you can cool down and “warm” up to a Chilled Soup!
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update June 10, 2023
Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, June 10, 2023. The Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday.
Firefighters Honored Following Deadly Bulltown Road Fireworks Explosion
On Friday, June 10, 2022 at approximately 3:15pm in the afternoon, North Lenoir Fire & Rescue responded mutual aid with La Grange Volunteer Fire Department to 4871 Bulltown Road in La Grange, NC for a brush fire approaching a structure. Prior to arrival, the Lenoir County 911 Center advised responding personnel the structure contained fireworks.
LCPS’s summer learning camps open in July; registration open now
An array of summer learning opportunities that promise to be fun as well as educational for K-12 students with Lenoir County Public Schools will debut in July.
Moss Hill School Award Recipient
Reagan Bumgarner, center, received the Sue Marcom Jones Scholastic Achievement Award June 7, 2023. The award is given annually on promotion day to the fifth grade student at Moss Hill Elementary School with the highest grade average
Two month narcotics investigation ends with La Grange man's arrest
A two-month narcotics investigation ended Thursday with the arrest of a La Grange man on a plethora of charges.
Greene County Sheriff's Office makes arrest in narcotics investigation
The Greene County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit arrested 45-year-old, Qusim Haneffe Maine Sr. of the Jason area, Tuesday afternoon, for the sell of heroin and meth.