Congratulations to the following Southwood Elementary students:
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The 7th annual Stride to Fight Diabetes Walk-A-Thon
The 7th annual "Stride to Fight Diabetes Walk-A-Thon," was an event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for those affected by diabetes. Organized by a local non-profit committee "Lions Making Strides 2 Fight Diabetes," the event was a collaborative effort involving several key community partners, including the Kinston Host Lions Club, Kinston Community Center, Lions Industries for the Blind, Inc., UNC-Lenoir, and Southwood Memorial Christian Church.
Grain Bin Fire in Deep Run
The volunteer fire departments of Deep Run, Pink Hill, Southwood and Sandy Bottom are on the scene of a working grain bin fire on Live Oak Hog Co Road in Deep Run. Multiple firefighters are actively working to extinguish the fire, which started inside one of the grain towers.
North Carolina's February Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted February 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, unchanged from January’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.2 of a percentage point to 3.9 percent.
Meet me Jones County: Beverly Hines, a beacon of community involvement
In Jones County, Beverly Hines stands as a beacon of community involvement and dedication. At 60, Hines' roles span from being a Media Specialist at Jones Senior High School to holding key positions in local organizations, including Secretary at Jones County Community Hope and Secretary of St. Stephen Church of Christ, Disciples of Christ. Furthermore, she is the owner of Simply Grants, a testament to her commitment to fostering growth and development within her community.
Deputy Injured in school bus brawl: 18 staples needed after breaking up fight
A Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputy received 18 staples in his head after breaking up a fight between students on a school bus this morning.
NWS: Rainfall has increased for low pressure system
Rainfall amounts have increased once again. Current forecast shows widespread rainfall amounts between 2-5 inches with locally higher amounts possible especially west of Hwy 17.
Greg Murphy, M.D.: March updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
March updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
UNC Health Lenoir Celebrates Doctor’s Day 2024
UNC Health Lenoir honors their physicians annually on March 30, National Doctor’s Day. This celebration recognizes the contributions physicians make every day to the health and welfare of our community with an annual breakfast and recognition of new doctors that have joined the staff and milestones achieved through service to patients and families.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
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.