The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
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Marine Corps Veteran Joshua Eing Eyes Pink Hill Commissioner Seat in Upcoming 2023 Election
Joshua Eing, a Marine Corps veteran with a decade of service, has announced his candidacy for the Pink Hill Commissioner position in Lenoir County's 2023 municipal elections. Eing is not the incumbent but aims to bring a fresh perspective and lifetime dedication to service to the role.
Hookerton Prepares for the 26th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival & Parade
HOOKERTON - The Town of Hookerton is preparing for its 26th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival & Parade on Monday, November 27th, 2023. The event starts at 5:30 pm and ends at 8:00 pm.
Mike Parker: Living in a different world
On Saturday, Oct. 7, Irene Parker, my mom, celebrated her 95th birthday. As she approaches the century mark, I think about how different the world is today than it was when she was born in 1928.
TOUCH-A-TRUCK: An Interactive Community Event for Families
The Partnership for Children of Lenoir and Greene Counties is hosting the TOUCH-A-TRUCK event, a hands-on experience for families, on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10 am to 12 pm at the Grainger Stadium Parking Lot located at 400 E Grainger Ave, Kinston.
LCC One Step Closer to 2024 Reaffirmation of Accreditation
Lenoir Community College is one step closer to 2024 reaffirmation of accreditation by the Southern Association of Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) as the visiting on-site 11-member team completed its review with zero recommendations, which is rarely achievable.
Is Alzheimer's an issue in Lenoir County? What do you know about the disease?
This is a collaborative effort between the Alzheimer's Association Eastern NC Chapter, Neuse Regional Libraries, Lenoir County Health Department and the Lenoir Council on Aging.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Pumpkin Pie Spice the Flavor of Fall
Fall is the season of changing leaves, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Fairs, Festivals and for many the arrival of Pumpkin Pie Spice. Pumpkin pie spice, or the combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves and allspice, brings back warm, fuzzy fall feelings.
La Grange Among Seven Communities Rejoining ECC for a Stronger Region
NEW BERN, NC – At the Eastern Carolina Council’s September 2023 Executive Committee meeting, several counties and municipalities were recognized and welcomed as returning / new Eastern Carolina Council (ECC) members in 2023-24, including:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market October 6, 2023 update
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for October 6, 2023. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office: Update on missing person
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is still asking for the public’s assistance in helping to locate David “Dave” Lee Roseby. The Sheriff’s Office has obtained new photographs of Roseby in the La Grange area from when he was last seen Aug. 16 and 17. Roseby may be in the La Grange area or Goldsboro area.
UNC Health Lenoir Awarded Primary Recertification from The Joint Commission
UNC Health Lenoir has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Primary Stroke Certification.
Michael Horne Jr. Eyes Mayorship for Pink Hill, Prioritizes Common Sense Leadership
With the 2023 Municipal Election approaching, business owner Michael Laurence Horne Jr. has announced his candidacy for the Town of Pink Hill Mayor. Horne, a native of Pink Hill and a former Town Commissioner from 1997-2007, emphasizes "common sense leadership" in his campaign.
State association recognizes Rochelle’s Bryant as District Science Teacher of Year
Crystal Bryant, a career classroom teacher who sets high expectations for herself and for her students at Rochelle Middle School, has been named District Science Teacher of the Year by the North Carolina Science Teachers Association.
Pink Hill Mayor Yvonne Deatherage focuses on continuity and stability in upcoming election
Mayor Yvonne Stroud Deatherage, who took office last year amid internal disputes in the Town Hall, is running for a full term in the upcoming 2023 Municipal Election in Lenoir County. The incumbent mayor has emphasized her record of bringing "continuity and stability" to the local government and her commitment to completing ongoing projects.
Unsung Heroes: Maner Nobles, a pillar in the local art community
In the core of Lenoir County, Maner Nobles channels her enthusiasm for art and education to benefit her neighbors. A devoted local artist and mentor, Nobles has consistently nurtured emerging talents across various age groups. It is her dedication to enriching the lives of those around her that makes her this week's Unsung Hero.
Humphrey talks flood mitigation and local infrastructure funding
In a recent interview with Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy, Rep. Chris Humphrey (R) discussed the legislative challenges and successes of this year in Raleigh. The conversation ranged from the state budget to flood mitigation efforts and potential changes in election cycles for local municipalities.
FEMA and FCC Plan Nationwide Emergency Alert Test for Oct. 4, 2023
FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) this fall.
Greene County Schools names Principal of the year
Snow Hill - Mr. Taylor Moore at Greene Early College has been selected as the Greene County Principal of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year.
Snow Hill PD arrest Break In Suspect
Snow Hill - According the the Snow Hill PD Facebook post, On 09/18/2023 SHPD responded to St. James AME Zion Church located on W. Harper Street. The church had been forcefully broken into, and the tithes and offerings had been stolen.