In early November, Ricardo Arias, 7th Grade Math Teacher at Greene County Middle School was honored by the North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM) as the Outstanding Secondary Teacher of 2022-2023.
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Dance Your Way Down to LCC for Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical
The best things happen when you dance your way down to Lenoir Community College for Irving Berling's White Christmas The Musical! Come see this talented cast perform their hearts out for two evenings and four matinee performances!
Mike Parker: Teacher and innovator recognized as ‘Citizen of the Year’
The Wheat Swamp Ruritan Club, founded in 1956, strives to serve the Wheat Swamp community through community service, promoting citizenship and patriotism, public service, and social development.
N.C. Students Encouraged to Enter 2023 Aviation Art Contest
Break out your art supplies and let your creativity take flight! The N.C. Department of Transportation is now accepting entries for its 2023 North Carolina Aviation Art Contest from elementary-to-high school students.
Greene Early College student accolades
With committed and conscience efforts since the opening of the 2023-2024 school year in August, the entire Greene Early College staff has utilized a variety of initiatives and verbal interactions to promote positivity in the students’ academics, social growth and community consciousness
Crafting positive narratives in library-supported community growth
In the evolving landscape where libraries transcend their traditional roles, the Neuse Regional Libraries' Let's Connect program stands out as a beacon of hope since its inception on November 1, 2022. At the core of this transformative initiative is Joyce Hawkins, the dedicated social worker and resource specialist for Neuse Regional Libraries
Perry Report: Redistricting, special announcement, & more
Thank you for taking the time to read our latest newsletter. I greatly appreciate your continued support and prayers. Despite our work in Raleigh coming to an end for the year, we will continue to spend time meeting with our constituents, community leaders, and business owners to see how we can best serve them in the 2024 Legislative Short Session.
North Carolina's October Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted October 2023 unemployment rate was 3.4 percent, unchanged from September’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.9 percent.
Boy Scouts of America donates Thanksgiving dinners to KCHC
The Boy Scouts of America donated Thanksgiving dinners to the Kinston Community Health Center for the second year. For many of us who love Thanksgiving, the good food, and being with family and friends, some individuals and families cannot. But because of the Food Lion Feeds Program, and VFW Post 2771, 15 families will be able to enjoy a meal together.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Crowd pleasing cheeseballs
Cheeseballs are always a crowd pleaser, they can be savory or salty and can be served with sweet or salty crackers, as well as vegetables or fruit. Making and serving a cheeseball can also give you a chance to be creative.
UNC Health Lenoir employees donate over 7000 pounds of food
On November 17, UNC Health Lenoir held its annual food drive, “Feastival of Foods”. Teammates from throughout the hospital came together to provide over 7000 pounds of food for Lenoir County residents in need.
Greene County Middle School Junior BETA Stuffs Stockings for Soldiers
Snow HIll - Each year Greene County Middle School’s JR BETA Club partners with Paul Funeral Home in Washington, NC to help brighten the holiday season for the men and women serving overseas. The idea was sparked in 2019 when WITN featured the effort on their morning newscast. Since then GCMS and other GCS schools have provided almost 600 stockings for Soldiers.
The Evolution of Black Friday: From Traffic Jams to Online Triumphs
Black Friday, once a term associated with traffic jams and bustling retail stores, has evolved into a multifaceted shopping phenomenon, marking the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. As we approach another year of doorbuster deals and online discounts, let's delve into the history of Black Friday and its journey to the present day.
What we are thankful for this Thanksgiving...
At Neuse News, as we gather in the spirit of Thanksgiving, we pause to express our heartfelt gratitude to the pillars of our community—the subscribers, advertisers, supporters through classified ads, readers, and all contributors who enrich our platform.
SHP promotes Thanksgiving Holiday traffic safety
RALEIGH – The State Highway Patrol will be on the roadways this holiday season looking to stop dangerous driving before potentially life changing collisions take place. The SHP joins roadway users across North Carolina in hopes of a safe and happy time for giving thanks with family and friends.
State leaders secure funding for La Grange Arts Council Renovation Project
LA GRANGE, N.C. — Representative Chris Humphrey and Senator Jim Perry joined forces to allocate state funding for the much-anticipated renovation project at the La Grange Arts Council. The announcement was made earlier this week during a ceremonial check presentation attended by Arts Council members, Maxine Cooper, Carol Murphy, Judy Poteat, Rhonda Monsees, and Penny Dawson.
Violent Crime Action Team arrests conman at Richard Green Apartments
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team heard several gunshots coming from Richard Green Apartments. Detectives arrived on scene and encountered Deante Best. During the encounter Best was placed under arrest for Felony Carrying a Concealed Gun.
Apple Distinguished School recognition celebrated as a singular ‘global honor’
Lenoir County Public Schools on Monday celebrated 12 of its elementary, middle and high schools that have been named an Apple Distinguished School, a recognition of innovative instruction and success in digital learning that has been bestowed on only a relative handful of schools in the nation and the world.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Man arrested on multiple drug, firearm charges
A Kinston man was arrested late last week for multiple drug and firearm crimes.