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The Lenoir County Board of Elections convened its regular meeting on September 7, 2023, at the Elections Office, as part of their monthly schedule of meetings on the first Thursday of each month at 5 pm. The board members include Courtney M. Patterson (Chairman), Ella Clark (Secretary), Tommy Pharo, Marietta Jenkins, and Lucinda Minges.
On August 17th, current Pink Hill Mayor Yvonne Deatherage, who was appointed by the town commissioners to replace Mike Hill, filed a formal complaint with the Lenoir County Board of Elections challenging the mayoral candidacy of Michael Horne. The Board of Elections is scheduled to meet on Thursday, September 7 at 5:00 pm at the Elections Office.
A Dudley man was arrested today on 14 felony charges and placed in the Lenoir County Jail in response to multiple larceny and breaking-and-entering incidents at area sweepstakes businesses. The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office has been actively investigating the incidents since late July.
RALEIGH, NC - Four members of North Lenoir Fire & Rescue were awarded the Medal of Valor by the North Carolina State Firefighter’s Association (NCSFA) for their actions at a deadly explosion in La Grange in June of 2022. The awards were presented at the 136th Annual Meeting and Banquet of the NCSFA in Raleigh on Saturday, August 12, 2023.
In the heart of Kinston, where stories of compassion and bravery often go unnoticed, one remarkable individual has emerged as an unsung hero, leaving a trail of selfless acts and profound impact. Meet Liz Hengst, a woman whose journey from New York to North Carolina is a testament to the power of faith, kindness, and the extraordinary lengths one can go to make a difference.
On September 9th, 2023, the community will unite to honor two exceptional individuals and support young children in Lenoir County. The event, titled the "Golden Oldies Dinner Show," offers an evening of nostalgia, music, and camaraderie, contributing to a noble cause.
Edwards Funeral Home hosted a breakfast for the first responders to thank them for their service to the community.
AmVets Post #1111, Lenoir Emergency Services, and the Green Lamp Community Action will host the 22nd annual commemoration of 9/11 in Kinston. The event will take place at 210 W. Gordon Street in Pearson Park, September 11, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. This ceremony will not only pay tribute to those who died that day, but will honor our first responders, military, and veterans who serve our community daily.
Snow Hill - Greene County Board of Elections announced the location for One Stop Voting for the upcoming Municipal Elections on Monday, August 28.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
What’s happening with faculty professional development? On Wednesday, Mrs. Siobhan Brewer, Director of Teaching and Learning, guided a group of faculty through a discussion around best practices in their first week of classes. Faculty were engaged in improving their own skills through peer-led talks.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Friday, September 8 marks the 15th edition of “Wings Over the Neuse,” the major fundraiser for the CSS Neuse Foundation, caretaker of the full-scale replica of the original CSS Ram Neuse.
Lenoir Community College has begun using its first instructional studio to transmit live instruction to local high schools. These state-of-the-art rooms are equipped with document scanners, whiteboard cameras, high tech cameras and sound, lighting, and more. These technology rooms will take LCC to new heights with synchronous capabilities. Pictured: Mrs. Kensey Foushee-Erkes teaches math synchronously to Kinston High School students.
The following is a list of people who have recently pased away in Lenoir County:
Snow Hill - On September 13, 2023, The NC Global TansPark Economic Development Region will host its Second Annual Greene County Job Fair. The event will be held at the Greene County Wellness Center in Snow Hill.
As the summer season heats up and families hit the road and waterways for vacations and outdoor activities, the annual "On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive" campaign takes center stage to promote safety and prevent alcohol-related accidents.
Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, September 2, 2023. The Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm on Tuesday and Saturday.
Our August explorations brought us to the Town of Pink Hill with our Coffee & Conversations event at Brewed on Broadway. We were thrilled to kick off our month by connecting with the Town of Pink Hill and their business community.
Lenoir Community College celebrated its retirees during a reception in the William I. Herring, Sr. Culinary Arts Center with congratulations and words of appreciation for all their years of service.
