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Greene County Senior Center stirred a lot of sweet memories of their youth with a sock hop on September 29. Also in attendance were some Greene Early College students who went to help but joined in the fun. Decorated in the 50’s-60’s theme, the Senior Center was reminiscence of the attendees’ high school years.
The following couples were recently married in Lenoir County:
The Lenoir County Sheriff, Jackie Rogers has confirmed that local law enforcement is at the 200 block of Taylor Heath Road in reference to a home invasion. The authorities are looking for three African-American males in all black wearing ski masks.
The Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department recently announced on their Facebook page that renovations at the Grainger Stadium grandstand are progressing. The next phases of the upgrade process include sandblasting, sealing, and the reinstallation of seating areas.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Michael Whitfield is vying for the Pink Hill Town Commissioner seat in the upcoming 2023 municipal election. A third-generation Pink Hill resident, Whitfield aims to apply his financial expertise and community involvement to address local challenges.
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kid Awards!
With colorful strands of yarn, Ruth Anderson draws her students at EB Frink Middle School closer to an exotic culture as part of Hispanic Heritage Month.
In this week's edition of "Unsung Heroes," Neuse News spotlights April Houston, a woman whose journey has spanned from embracing her agricultural roots to stepping forward as an advocate for children with special needs.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
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 - 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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 has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Primary Stroke Certification.
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