Mark your calendars! Lenoir Community College will be bringing the holiday spirit to the community with its upcoming production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical for two evenings and four matinees in December.
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Lenoir County Farmer's Market update November 11, 2023
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for November 11, 2023. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Sweet or savory, butternut squash
Sorry summertime squash, the health benefits of fall-harvest squashes such as the savory butternut squash far outweigh those of its’ summer cousins. Of all the winter squashes, butternut squash is the easiest to work with; it has thin skin and can be easily peeled with a vegetable peeler. Its dense flesh and robust flavor work well in a variety of dishes, from sweet to savory.
Kinston City Council Election Results: Hardy, Solomon, and Seaforth Triumph
The 2023 municipal unofficial election results for the Kinston City Council race are in, and the residents of Kinston have made their voices heard. Incumbents Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Hardy, City Council Member Felicia Solomon, and City Council Member Sammy Aiken hoped to secure their seats for another term against opponents Les Lipford and Barbara Seaforth. Hardy, Solomon, and Seaforth secured a seat on the Kinston City Council.
Pink Hill's Mayor-Elect Mike Horne outlines vision for the town's future
Now that the 2023 municipal election has ended, Mayor-Elect Mike Horne is ready to deliver on the platforms he campaigned on.
Commissioner race awaiting canvass in Pink Hill
The 2023 municipal election in the town of Pink Hill, North Carolina, took place last night, on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. While the mayoral race proceeded smoothly, the commissioners race is too close to call, with only two votes separating the two candidates.
Obituary: Edna Garner
Edna Browder Garner passed away at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. The family will receive friends at Rouse Funeral Home on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 12-12:45 p.m. and other times at the home of Angie and Jimmy Rouse, 2387 Fred Everett Road, Kinston. A service of remembrance will follow at 1 p.m. in the chapel. Committal will take place at Westview Cemetery, Kinston.
Update: Structure Fire and Fatal Residence Fire
With assistance from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations, the official determination of the fire was found to be accidental/electrical.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Jail kitchen staff member arrested for sex with an inmate
A Lenoir County Jail kitchen staff member has been arrested and charged with having sex with an inmate and providing the inmate with contraband.
Lenoir County Unofficial Municipal Election results
Results on election night are unofficial. Canvass is the official process of determining the votes have been counted and tabulated correctly, resulting in the authentication of the official election results.
Greene County Unofficial Municipal Election Results
Results on election night are unofficial. Canvass is the official process of determining the votes have been counted and tabulated correctly, resulting in the authentication of the official election results.
Hope Preparatory School’s Veterans Day Celebration
Kinston, November 10, 2023, at 10:30 a.m.- Hope Preparatory School will be holding its annual Veterans Day Celebration. This event will be a tribute to the men and women who have served our nation, featuring various performances and moments of reflection.
Lenoir County births
Birth certificate records obtained from the Lenoir County Register of Deeds database list the mother's maiden name. In some cases, only one parent is listed:
Join Us for the 2023 Municipal Election Facebook Live Results Show on November 7th!
The 2023 Municipal Election is just around the corner, and Neuse News invites you to join us for the "2023 Municipal Election Results Show" on November 7th at 7:15 PM. Hosted by BJ Murphy and Catherine Hardee, along with the entire Neuse News team, this Facebook Live event promises to keep you updated with the latest election results.
2023 Arendell Parrott Academy National Honor Society Inductees
2023 Arendell Parrott Academy National Honor Society Inductees Parrott Academy National Honor Society inducted thirty-six new members on October 26th. APA NHS consists of sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have a cumulative weighted
Man arrested for break-in at Banks Elementary School
A man was arrested Friday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for a break-in at Banks Elementary School that occurred Oct. 27.
Mike Parker: SALUTE! Tribute Show honors veterans
At 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11, the auditorium lights will dim and the stage lights will come up in force as the SALUTE! Tribute Show kicks off a high-energy show to honor area veterans.
Eastern student Eduar Morales of Deep Run reflects on community service
The Center for Community Engagement (CCE) at Eastern Connecticut State University provides ample opportunities for students to volunteer in the University's hometown of Willimantic. From supporting after-school programs to serving in the local soup kitchen and much more, Eastern students contribute in myriad ways to help alleviate many societal issues.
Commemoration for Governor Richard Caswell Living History Program
The life and times of Gov. Richard Caswell will be celebrated Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Gov. Richard Caswell Memorial in Kinston, N.C.