The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenior County:
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Greene County Board of Elections to conduct voting machine tests
The Greene County Board of Elections on Wednesday, September 27 and Thursday, September 28 will conduct logic and accuracy (L&A) tests on voting systems that will be used in the upcoming municipal and sanitary land district election on November 7, 2023. L&A testing ensures each voting system will correctly count and tabulate each ballot cast.
NCDHHS Connects Children and Adults to Healthy Food Through the Child and Adult Care Food Program
The Child and Adult Care Food Program helps eligible children and adults access healthy, nutritious food by reimbursing qualified child care programs, adult day programs and other non-residential care programs for meals and snacks served to enrollees. CACFP is administered federally by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and at the state level by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
UNC Health Lenoir recognizes latest Hall of Honor inductees on Saturday, September 9th at Kinston Country Club.
Established in 2000, the Hall of Honor is designed to recognize individuals whose contribution to hospital care in Lenoir County makes them remarkable in some way. Including this year’s class, 124 outstanding citizens have been inducted into the UNC Health Lenoir Hall of Honor, and 2023 marks the 117th year of hospital care for our community. Seven deserving individuals were inducted in the morning ceremony.
Active Kinston fire closes streets
At 7:20 Saturday morning, Lenoir County 911 received a call reporting smoke coming from a home at 715 W. Washington St in Kinston. Fire department personnel arrived on scene to find active fire conditions. Crews are still working to bring the fire under control. W. Washington Avenue and Dewey Street are closed to all traffic until further notice.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for September 23, 2023
Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, May 27, 2023. The Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fresh Figs – Get Them While You Can!
Fresh figs are a Southern favorite, and if you are lucky enough to snag some before the birds and insects, then you are very lucky. Fresh figs have a pretty short window of availability in the south, so pick them when you see them!! If you are worried about the figs going bad before you use them, then stick them in the freezer.
Sheriff Jackie Rogers announces arrest of La Grange murder suspect
According to the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, a Wallace man has been arrested for the murder of Anthony Harris of La Grange. “I would like to acknowledge the hard work by our investigators in this case,” Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers said. “They worked around the clock to make sure we caught the person who committed this crime. The residents of Lenoir County are lucky to have such dedicated public servants protecting them.”
State officials encourage North Carolinians to beprepared for Tropical Storm weather
Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Emergency Management are encouraging North Carolinians across eastern and central portions of the state to be prepared for tropical weather over the next couple of days.
Tropical Storm force winds Friday through Saturday
A low-pressure system off the Southeast coast will bring significant impacts to Eastern North Carolina from Friday through Saturday. The storm's expansive wind field extends beyond its center, increasing the risk of scattered tree damage and power outages. Coastal areas may experience storm surge and inundation of up to 2-5 feet, while widespread rainfall of 3-5 inches (with localized totals up to 7 inches) poses a flash flooding threat, especially in urban and poorly drained areas. Additionally, the storm carries a risk of several tornadoes, with potential damage and disruptions to power and communications. Residents are urged to exercise caution, avoid flooded roads, and stay informed about this evolving weather system.
Community engagement key as Kinston explores Social District implementation
At the city council meeting on Tuesday, the council members discussed the potential implementation of social districts in downtown Kinston. The proposal, presented by City Planner Elizabeth Blount, seeks to designate areas where patrons can legally enjoy alcoholic beverages from permitted establishments while promoting economic growth.
850 cyclists to embark on epic journey from mountains to coast with stop in Kinston
Cycle NC is scheduled to arrive in Kinston, bringing along 850 cyclists on Friday, October 6th. Their visit aims to explore the local culinary scene, featuring sweet potato fries and Kings BBQ pork skins, while they camp in Pearson Park. In addition to exploring downtown, cyclists can enjoy the Kinston nightlife with live music.
Lenoir County ABC Board Awards LCC Funds
The Lenoir County ABC Board recently presented a check of $15,000 to Lenoir Community College to assist in alcohol and drug awareness programs at the College.
Deatherage petition fails to remove Horne as candidate
The Lenoir County Board of Elections held an official hearing at a meeting on Thursday to address Mayor Yvonne Deatherage’s petition against mayoral candidate Mike Horne who is her opponent in the upcoming 2023 municipal election.
Jones County Heritage Festival canceled due to inclement weather
This year's festival and concert has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
NWS: Coastal Low now potentially Tropical Cyclone Sixteen
A tropical storm warning has been issued for a good portion of our area, along with Storm Surge Watches along the inland rivers and sounds, and our entire coast.
Warrants obtained in Woodington MS incident
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office has obtained warrants for the arrest of Kegan Van Damke of Lewisville in regards to the break-in reported at Woodington Middle School. Damke has not yet been taken into custody. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Damke is asked to contact the Lenoir County Crime Stoppers tip line at 252-523-4444 or to contact their local authorities.
NWS: Increased chance for weekend coastal low to become tropical
While the probability that this low will become tropical has increased a little to 40%, we want to emphasize that impacts are not directly related to whether or not this system gets named.
Dawton King of La Grange named to spring 2023 dean's list at The Citadel
Dawton King of La Grange, North Carolina is among the more than 900 cadets and students recognized for their academic achievements during the spring 2023 semester.