Downtown Kinston Revitalization adopted from the City a downtown lot at the corner of W. North and Mitchell Streets to install a memorial garden in honor of Ms. Shirley Herring who had dedicated herself to beautifying downtown Kinston.
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Boy, 12, dies from gunshot wound
A 12-year-old boy has died due to a gunshot wound; the incident happened on the 2600 block of Dean Drive in Kinston a few minutes before 7 p.m. today. The incident is currently under investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office.
Erin Greene of Northwest Elementary honored as LCPS Teacher of the Year
Erin Greene, the third-grade teacher at Northwest Elementary School who was a finalist for the state’s Beginning Teacher of the Year award in 2019, moved higher in the echelon of educators Tuesday night when she was named LCPS Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025.
Global TransPark hosts RIME 2024 connecting students with industry
The Regional Industry and Manufacturing Expo (RIME) 2024 kicked off today at the North Carolina Global TransPark, drawing high school students from across Greene, Jones, Lenoir, and Wayne Counties. The event aims to bridge the gap between students and career opportunities in eastern North Carolina's industrial sector.
Greene Central Names Teacher of the Year
Snow HIll - Greene Central High School has recently named their teacher of the year for this school year. This year Joanne Piner Duncan was chosen as the Ram’s Teacher of the Year.
Greene County Pre-K Names Teacher of the Year
Snow HIll - Greene County Pre-K Center recently named Sarah Joyner as this year’s Teacher at Greene County Pre-K. Joyner is a proud graduate of Greene Central High School and a Snow Hill native. She did her post-high school studies at the University of Mount Olive with a degree in Birth-Kindergarten Education.
New Boutique adds vibrancy to Deep Run
DEEP RUN — A new shopping destination has emerged in Deep Run offering a unique blend of styles and items from various vendors. The Collective Boutique, located adjacent to The Farmhouse, opened its doors on March 29th, introducing a diverse range of clothing, accessories, gifts, and more to the local community.
FFA Plant sale showcases student-led agriculture education
DEEP RUN - The recent FFA Plant Sale at South Lenoir High School provided a glimpse into the world of agricultural education, highlighting the efforts of students to cultivate and nurture various plants while learning essential skills for their future endeavors.
Tragic fall: Kinston Police investigate death of elderly woman
On Tuesday April, 16, 2024 at 12:13 p.m., the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of a subject falling from a building on the 100 blk of E. Peyton Ave. Upon arrival, officers along with Fire-EMS personnel located a 76 year old female deceased on the west side of the building. This case is still under investigation, however there is no indication of homicide at this time.
Woodington baseball field named for long-time coach
Perry Lychak came from Canada to Kinston to play baseball and stayed on to become a teacher and coach and become beloved. Woodington Middle School has acknowledged that mutual affection by dedicating its baseball field as a memorial to the pitcher who found home here.
Narcotics unit apprehends La Grange man for cocaine trafficking
A La Grange man was arrested on 16 cocaine charges.
Winners of the 2024 Jabberwock Scholarship Pageant
Congratulations to the following Jabberwock Scholarship Pageant participants:
La Grange man, 30, arrested for fentanyl distribution charges
A 30-year-old La Grange man was arrested earlier this week on fentanyl distribution charges.
Lenoir County woman arrested on multiple outstanding warrants in La Grange
A woman with multiple outstanding warrants was arrested in La Grange earlier this week.
LCSO, KPD arrest three men in cocaine distribution investigation
Three Lenoir County men were arrested earlier this week on a plethora of cocaine charges.
Deep Run man arrested in Pink Hill for multiple break-ins
A Deep Run man was arrested in Pink Hill last week after he allegedly broke into a building and vehicle, stole child’s belongings and spray-painted multiple items.
Lesley Rigsby Assumes Director Role at EPIC
Lesley Rigsby, a longstanding figure in the community, has recently taken on the role of director at EPIC, the Eastern Pregnancy Information Clinic. Rigsby brings years of experience and a deep commitment to women's health to her new position.
Greene County Middle School Announce Teacher of the Year
Snow Hill - Greene County Middle School has announced that Judy Cleary, 8th Grade Science Teacher and Grade Level Chair is this year's Teacher of the Year. Cleary was chosen by a vote of their peers. Cleary has served GCMS in two different spans of time most recently rejoining the school staff in 2021.
Greene County Board of Elections names Director of Elections
The Greene County Board of Elections has hired Michele Sutton as the new Director of Elections for Greene County. Michele is a graduated from Fayetteville State University. She currently lives in the Hookerton area of Greene County.
Mike Parker: Join us for ‘Breakfast on the Boat’ on Saturday, April 20
This Saturday, April 20, the CSS Neuse II will host its first public “Breakfast on the Boat” for 2024. “Breakfast on the Boat” is one of the Neuse Foundation’s smaller fundraisers to help raise money to support the Neuse II.