The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
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NWS: Coastal low pressure system impacting the weekend
There is still some uncertainty in the amounts and location of heaviest rainfall and coastal impacts.
Greene County's 2023 State of the County Health Report
Greene County Department of Public Health’s scorecard outlines the community efforts being made in Greene County to address health priorities identified in our most recent Community Health Needs Assessment.
Lenoir County restaurant ratings
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Heritage Family Health and Wellness celebrates expansion with ribbon-cutting ceremony
On Friday, March 15, 2024, the community of Snow Hill, North Carolina, gathered to celebrate the expansion of Heritage Family Health and Wellness. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of a significant project supported by a $50,000 grant from the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA)
Moss Hill rolls on in annual Battle of the Books contest
Moss Hill Elementary School three-peated in the annual LCPS Elementary Battle of the Books, earning its third consecutive win and its fourth in five contests in the 2024 competition held Friday at Lenoir Community College.
'Speed a Little, Lose a Lot' campaign underway
Deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office are participating in the North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program’s “Speed a Little, Lose a Lot” campaign.
2024 LCC Phi Theta Kappa Spring Induction
Lenoir Community College Omicron Rho Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa recently held its spring induction.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Six LCPS students accepted to NC Governor's School
“We are very excited for our Governor’s School attendees. This is one the largest groups who have been selected to attend from Lenoir County Public Schools and they represent a wide variety of academic and arts disciplines,” said Amy Jones, who supervises LCPS’s nomination process as director of high school education. Representing LCPS at this summer’s session, along with their field of study and the Governor’s School location, are: Eagan Ballard, Kayla Britt, Lillian Daughety, Madeline Gilmore, Hayden Hall, and Mackenzie Hood.
Juveniles to be arrested after making threatening calls
Juvenile students from Kinston High School will have charges pressed against them for making a threatening call to North Lenoir High School. Sheriff Jackie Rogers and the LCSO would like to thank the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in the quick identification of the source of the threat.
Teenager arrested for threatening to kill North Lenoir teacher
On Friday, the LCSO served an arrest warrant on James Wiggins for two counts of communicating threats. The incident stemmed from a verbal altercation with a teacher at North Lenoir; during the altercation, Wiggins threatened to kill the teacher.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: March Legislative Update
As we transition into the spring, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support and engagement. We remain steadfast in our commitment to serving the wonderful communities of Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties. In this edition of our newsletter, you'll find updates and insights on our recent efforts and initiatives, both in Raleigh and at home in ENC. Your feedback and involvement are invaluable to us, so please share this email with your friends & neighbors -- and feel free to reply if you have any questions or comments.
NWS: Rainfall amounts increase for weekend low pressure system
The main change is increased rainfall amounts, otherwise there aren't any significant forecast or messaging changes.
NWS: Rain arriving faster on Friday, low pressure system to last through Monday
Rain arriving faster on Friday, low pressure system to last through Monday
Scott Alston promoted to Kinston-Lenoir County Recreation Director
Scott Alston has been promoted to the position of Kinston-Lenoir County Recreation Director after 20 years of service with the City of Kinston. During his tenure, Alston has held various roles, including Recreation Superintendent and Interim Parks & Rec Director. He graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Administration and is an alumnus of North Lenoir High School, class of 1998. Alston recently achieved his 100th career win as the tennis coach at North Lenoir High School.
Trillium Health Resources offers Greene and Lenoir Counties free family weekends at Victory Junction
Trillium has partnered with Victory Junction, a camp providing life-changing experiences located in beautiful Randolph County, just outside of Greensboro, N.C. Trillium and Victory Junction will offer family weekends for Trillium members of all ages and abilities.
Shaping Future Leaders: Spotlight on JROTC's Morales and Haynes
Greene Central High School is proud to spotlight the leadership and dedication of Major Timothy Anthony Morales and SGT Brian Haynes, the driving forces behind our esteemed Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program. Both instructors bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to fostering the next generation of leaders and responsible citizens.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Farm Bureau donates AED to La Grange Fire Department
On Tuesday morning, Chief Ryan Riley of the La Grange Fire Department accepted the donation of an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) from Lenoir County Farm Bureau.