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Staying Healthy Through the Holidays
As dedicated wellness professionals at UNC Health Lenoir, we have worked with patients on managing their health during all walks of life. With the holiday season being full of festive events and food- keeping a healthy mind and body should still be a top priority. The best way to manage your health is by prioritizing nutrition and physical activity.
GEC Student Appreciation Day
GEC celebrated its first Student Appreciation Day on Friday November 17. In today’s society special observance days are acknowledged throughout the year for special occupations such as Boss’ Day, Teacher and Nurse Day and so many adult occupations. However, the staff and administration decided to turn the tables and have a day to express appreciation for the GEC students.
Lenoir County Rotaract builds permanent drive-in movie screen at the fairgrounds
Lenoir County Rotaract, a local service organization dedicated to community outreach, is hosting its annual drive-in movie fundraiser on December 9th. The event will feature a showing of "The Grinch" (2018) and aims to provide families with a unique and festive experience while supporting local non-profits.
Barbara Seaforth takes oath of office in Kinston City Council meeting
At the most recent city council meeting, Barbara Seaforth was sworn in as a Kinston City Council member. Presiding over the swearing-in was the Honorable Keith Gregory, Wake County Resident Judge Superior Court.
Greg Hampton: A Titan of Jones Senior High School
Greg Hampton, a revered figure at Jones Senior High School, profoundly impacted the Jones County community through his roles as a coach, mentor, and father figure, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts of those he touched.
Senator Harry Brown Highway Dedication
A section of the U.S. 17 Bypass in Jones County is now known as the Senator Harry Brown Highway.
Kinston Detectives uncover altered fully automatic firearm in narcotics raid
Detectives with KPD's Violent Crime Action Team concluded an investigation related to narcotics and firearms. The investigation led to the discovery of a handgun that had been altered to fire fully automatic, narcotics, and drug paraphernalia. Detectives arrested Octavius Yates at the scene for the following:
Lenoir County has a new member on its Board of Commissioners
Keith King was sworn into office Wednesday afternoon at a specially-called meeting of the board. He replaces Chad Rouse, who tendered his resignation to the board earlier this week.
LCC Receives State Funds for Capital Projects
Representative Chris Humphrey and Senator Jim Perry joined together to allocate state funding for Lenoir Community College capital projects. Rep. Humphrey presented a check for $11,000,000 to LCC President Dr. Rusty Hunt. Pictured left to right: Cale Grady, chair of the LCC Foundation Board of Directors; Dr. Rusty Hunt, president of LCC; Randy Smith, chair of the LCC Board of Trustees; and Representative Chris Humphrey.
La Grange, Lenoir County take junkyard brawl to NC Appeals Court
North Carolina’s second-highest court will decide in the weeks ahead whether Lenoir County violated its own ordinances by permitting a new automobile auction-sales operation just outside La Grange. The town argues that the business should have been rejected as an impermissible junkyard.
Congressman Greg Murphy: Updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter.
KPD's investigation results in arrest for serious offenses
On Monday, December 4, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department Criminal Investigations Division obtained warrants and arrested John Landrine, 65, of Kinston, for Second Degree Forcible Sexual Offense and Crimes Against Nature.
Traffic stop results in arrest for resisting and assault
Detectives with KPD's Violent Crime Action Team conducted a traffic stop involving Qwashaun Herring. During the traffic stop, detectives attempted to serve Herring with an Order For Arrest. During the arrest, Herring resisted and assaulted the detectives. Herring was taken into custody and charged with the following:
Lenoir County marriage licenses
The following couples obtained marriage licenses in Lenoir County:
Greene County Sheriffs Dept and US Marshalls arrest Attempted Murder Suspect
US Marshals picked up 40 year old Christopher Michael Caudell in Greenville, NC on 11/29/2023, after Greene County Sheriff's Office Investigators charged him with Attempted Murder.
LCSO release: SCARR arrests
Two men, both out of jail on pre-trial charges, were arrested Thursday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office SCARR (Street Crimes and Rapid Response) unit.
Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid Awards
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!
Changes in Lenoir County leadership: Rouse out, King in
Update: Monday 12/4/2023 10:25 AM
During todays Lenoir County Commissioner’s Meeting, the Lenoir County Commissioners voted unanimously to accept the resignation of Commissioner Chad Rouse. Immediately following the meeting, the clerk to the board published the notice for the special meeting.
—-Original Story, published Friday, 12/1/2023 at 12:00 PM.—-
Commissioner Chad Rouse is resigning from the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners. Neuse News has confirmed that Lenoir County School Board member Keith King will be voted on as Rouse's replacement at an upcoming special Lenoir County Board of Commissioners meeting.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds: