Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, July 29, 2023. The Market is open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm on Tuesday and Saturday.
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Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Summertime Slow Cooker Recipes
One of my favorite ways to cook is in a slow cooker, I even turn non-slow cooker recipes into slow cooker ones. Your crock isn’t just for winter, stay out of the kitchen and just flip the switch! Here are some healthy options for you to set and forget!! Enjoy!!
Multiple Offenders Arrested for Probation Violations and Firearm Possession
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team, Probation Officers, and Lenoir County Sheriff's Office conducted an operation related to offenders that are currently on probation
Man arrested after traffic stop on meth charges
Following a traffic stop on Wednesday, a 63-year-old man was charged with trafficking and selling methamphetamine.
Catch 22: A family-owned seafood restaurant will open its doors Saturday
Catch 22, a southern fried seafood style restaurant will have its grand opening on July 29th. The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The restaurant is located at 1602 N. Queen St. in Kinston.
Internship Showcase: Gabriella's Journey from Classroom to Career
The Summer Internship Program with NC Cooperative Extension provides a great experience that can bridge the gap between college and career. The Lenoir County Cooperative Extension Office gained Gabriella Haddock as a new team member this summer through the internship program.
SQUAN chooses Kinston for newest service deployment center
The North Carolina Goldsboro Global TransPark Economic Development Region has exciting news to share! SQUAN, a leading services provider of design-build infrastructure, maintenance, and repair, for both wireline and wireless network operators, developers, and other related organizations such as municipalities and utilities, has chosen Kinston for one of three deployment center locations in North Carolina
Officers respond to disturbance with a firearm, make arrest
Officers from A-Squad responded to the area of E New Bern Rd for a subject causing a disturbance with a firearm. Officers located the offender a short distance from the area with assistance of witnesses. Officer initiated a traffic stop with the offender, Chuck Griffin.
Greene County Schools hosts Summer Experiences
Snow Hill - Throughout this summer students from Greene County Schools have been busy with summer learning and experiencing everything from Legos to white water rafting to cooking and robotics. Teachers and administrators have worked to build amazing experiences for students from all grade levels.
Kinston's First Citizen's Police Academy: Bridging the gap between law enforcement and community
In a pioneering move to promote transparency and foster stronger ties with the community, the Kinston Police Department (KPD) will launch its first-ever Citizen's Police Academy this October. Spearheaded by Sergeant Julian Walker, the 8-week program aims to create a platform for citizens to interact with law enforcement, learn about the dos and don'ts of the law, and gain a deeper understanding of the inner workings of the police department.
Summer Wrap-Up and Back to School at the Pink Hill Public Library
The UNBOX Your Summer Reading Program introduced us to many new faces at the Pink Hill Public Library. We registered almost 100 participants that completed challenges to share in person with us or through social media
Arrest warrants issued in tragic death of 6-year-old child
This is an update to the death of a child that occurred in Lenoir County on Nov. 26, 2022. On Friday, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office obtained arrest warrants for Brittany Evon Strickland, 32, and Michelle Evon Strickland, 50, both of Jackson County.
CSS Neuse Museum will host an antique roadshow on Saturday
On Saturday, the CSS Neuse Museum staff will be holding an antique roadshow event at the museum. The staff can’t place value on the items, but the staff will be there to help identify any old antiques you may be wondering what they are. The event is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. to about 4:00 p.m.
Greene County Schools plans a Back to School Bash
Snow Hill, NC - With the beginning of the next school year slowly approaching, Greene County Schools has gathered the community to throw a Back to School Bash. The event will serve as a way to engage Greene County Schools students and their families in a fun and positive manner before the school year begins.
Down East Wood Ducks host Kinston-Lenoir Battle of the Badges softball game
The Down East Wood Ducks will host this year’s Kinston-Lenoir Battle of the Badges on August 19th-20th, 2023. This two-day softball tournament will be held at Historic Grainger Stadium beginning at 8 am on Saturday.
KPD apprehend suspect with concealed firearm in narcotic investigation
Officers from C-Squad encountered Jarviel Johnson (23) during a narcotic investigation. During the encounter, Officers located a concealed firearm, During the discovery of the firearm, Johnson began actively resisting. Johnson was arrested and placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
LCC Welding Instructor Recognized Nationwide
Lenoir Community College Welding Instructor Justin Harvell of Goldsboro was recently selected by Welding Equipment Manufacturers Committee (WEMCO) as the recipient of the 2023 Excellence in Welding Award in the Educator category, a distinction awarded to one individual across the country.
Men arrested on meth charges following joint investigation
Following a joint investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, two men have been arrested for trafficking methamphetamine.
Jones County Recreations “Back to School Bash” on Saturday, August 5th
This event provides Jones County Students with backpacks, snacks, health information, and free health screenings. In addition, we have invited and encouraged area businesses, churches, non-profits, and partner organizations to come participate and promote their services as well. We are requiring all participating groups to provide $25 worth of School Supplies. Please complete the attached Reg form to attend.