Officers from C-Squad and the Violent Crime Action Team attempted to check out with two subjects for a trespass violation. When the offenders saw the officers, they fled on foot. Officers apprehend the offenders and located 2 firearms.
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Pink Hill community celebrates J. Melvin Jones Gymnasium renovations
PINK HILL – The Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce announced the grand re-opening of the J. Melvin Jones Gymnasium. Scheduled for Wednesday, March 13th at 10am, the ribbon-cutting event promises to be a significant milestone for the community, celebrating the efforts and contributions that have revitalized this local recreational landmark.
Kindergarten, pre-school registration to begin March 18 for LCPS schools
Early registration for entering pre-school and kindergarten students in Lenoir County for the 2024-2025 school year will be held March 18-22 at all LCPS elementary schools from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Neuse Regional Libraries Resource Guide Now Available Online
There are many organizations throughout our communities that exist to help out when individuals and families are most in need. Whether it’s assistance with housing, food security, employment, or mental health, there are people and places here in Eastern North Carolina that specialize in providing valuable assistance.
Lenoir County death notices
The following people have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Mike Parker: ‘Artist Talk’ with Izzy set for 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 14
At 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, you will have an exceptional opportunity to join Kinston smArt Artist Izzy Piel at the smART Gallery for a captivating Artist Talk that will take you on a visual journey across the United States as Lizzy explores the colors of emotions inspired by her travels.
Coastal Plains Junior Livestock Show & Sale: April 1st-2nd
The 84th Annual Coastal Plains Junior Livestock Show and Sale is right around the corner and we want to invite everyone to join us on April 1st and 2nd at the Lenoir County Livestock Arena.
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!
Charter School Review Board to decide fate of Children's Village Academy
Children's Village Academy faces a pivotal moment as the Charter School Review Board prepares to vote on March 11, 2024, on the renewal of its charter amidst allegations of financial mismanagement. The state Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has recommended against the renewal following a series of investigations that unveiled alleged inappropriate spending and conflicts of interest involving high-ranking officials connected to the school.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Is Rotisserie Chicken a Healthy Choice?
If you have a busy lifestyle and most of us do, you probably know the value of a rotisserie chicken. A rotisserie chicken gives you the home cooked vibes, without the home cooking! They are generally budget friendly ad super filling.
NWS: Strong frontal system bringing impacts through the weekend
A frontal system impacting our area this weekend is capable of bringing strong to marginally severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, strong wind gusts, and sound-side coastal flooding.
Woodington, South Lenoir earn 2024 Battle of the Books titles
If there was a thread running through Wednesday’s LCPS Middle School Battle of the Books and the LCPS High School Battle of the Books – in addition to the dozens of students who like to read and who can remember what they read – that thread was Woodington Middle School.
Super Tuesday Primary results for NC Council of State
The following are the results from the primary races on Tuesday. The 2024 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Super Tuesday Primary results for state and county judicial races
The following are the results from the primary races on Tuesday. The 2024 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
UPDATE: Victim in Sunday night's shooting has died
Sunday night’s shooting incident started with a minor traffic accident in which the parties involved — Shy’mecca Epps and the 17-year-old juvenile and the victim (Amie Heath) and her boyfriend — agreed to settle between themselves and exchange money.
Greene Early College hosts successful blood drive event
Greene Early College hosted its first blood drive on Friday, March 1 from 11am-3pm. The event was hosted by GEC HOSA. Alisha Williams, Jensen Lockman, and Coty Starkey from The Blood Connection performed the drive. A total of 20 students and staff participated.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
LCC Business students participate in SGA canned food drive
Lenoir Community College students in Mrs. Kristy Grady's and Ms. Penni Bland's accounting and business courses donated canned goods for the campuswide Student Government Association Canned Food Drive to support Mary's Kitchen.
Sutton and Aiken top vote getters in Lenoir County Commissioner At-Large primary
Linda Rouse Sutton and Sammy C. Aiken were the top vote-getters in the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners At-Large - Democrat Primary race. Sutton and Aiken will face Keith King (Rep) in November for the two At-Large seats.
AP called the governor’s races for both parties: Lt. Governor Mark Robinson will face Attorney General Josh Stein in November.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County: