Students at North Lenoir High School have earned a national award for community service from Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.
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50 Year Old Dover Man Struck by Vehicle
KPD Officers responded to a report of a pedestrian stuck by a motor on the 1900 block of Towerhill Road. Officers arrived on scene and located the pedestrian, (50 year old male from Dover) and the driver Anthony Belcher (50 of Snow Hill)
Mike Parker: “A Snapshot of Kinston & Lenoir County during WWII” debuts May 10
“A Snapshot of Kinston & Lenoir County During WWII,” Cliff Tyndall’s eagerly anticipated new book, will debut on Friday, May 10, with a series of activities hosted by the Queen Street Deli. The book signing will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Greene County Schools Participates in NC Science Festival
Greene County Schools took part in the North Carolina Science Festival. The Science Festival is a month-long state-wide series of events that are coordinated and promoted by the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center in Chapel Hill. Events were also sponsored by Duke Energy and several other community partners.
Parkinson's Support Group hosts awareness walk at UNC Health Lenoir
Members of the Kinston Parkinson's Support Group gathered at the walking trail of UNC Health Lenoir this April for their annual walk to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease, a tradition dating back to 2008.
New lounge and music venue "The Proof" opened in Kinston
A new lounge and music venue named The Proof is poised to make its mark in Kinston, offering a fresh space for live music and community engagement. The Proof is located at 220 N Herritage Street.
Free Bicycle Helmets Coming Soon
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation plans this spring to provide thousands of bike helmets to children across the state to reduce serious injuries and save lives.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
La Grange Public Library Introduces New Programming and Materials for Those Experiencing Memory Loss
Public Libraries succeed when they provide access to materials and services that reflect existing needs within their communities. This includes the entire population, which is a challenge that Neuse Regional Libraries consistently embrace. When NRL received a Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC):
LCC Foundation's Symphonic Winds set to enchant audience at Spring concert
The Lenoir Community College Foundation's Symphonic Winds ensemble is poised to captivate audiences with a melodic blend of musical masterpieces.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 27, 2024
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market is located at 100 North Heritage Street. The market is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.
Chris Humphrey: HWY 58 Connector, April Newsletter
I hope you and your family are doing well. We're back in Raleigh as the 2024 Legislative Short Session has officially convened this week. They call it "short" because it's only supposed to last a few months, as we're making tweaks to the State Budget and addressing emerging policy issues of a time-sensitive nature. Stay tuned for more updates on our social media pages in the coming months.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Shrimp, The “Most” Popular Shellfish
Seafood, and many of types of seafood are consumed in larger amounts when the weather warms up, most of us still do not eat as much seafood as is recommended. Here are some suggestions for changing that and some reasons to start with shrimp.
Kinston man arrested on fentanyl distribution charges
A 32-year-old man was arrested earlier this week on fentanyl distribution charges.
LCSO request for assistance from public
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the aid of the public in identifying two suspects.
Vivian Howard reimagines Chef & the Farmer experience
After a transformative journey spanning nearly two decades, Chef Vivian Howard has announced a new chapter for her renowned establishment, Chef & the Farmer. Originally opened in 2006, the restaurant gained acclaim for its innovative take on "country" cuisine in an unexpected setting.
Greene County Schools’ 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year
On Friday, April 19, Greene County Schools named Ms. Joanne Duncan as the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. Ms. Duncan teaches Culinary Arts at Greene Central High School. She was wonderfully surprised and brought to tears with the news during an event her students were catering for the Greene County School Board of Education and Greene Central High School student leaders.
Greg Murphy, M.D.: April 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 here.
Kinston Police apprehend armed suspects at St. Johns Village Apartment Complex
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at approximately 1 p.m., members of the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of an individual armed with a handgun on the campus of Kinston High School. Upon receiving this information, the school resource officer and staff members initiated lockdown protocols, and numerous officers responded to the scene to locate the individual.
Suspect arrested after armed robbery at Kinston convenience store
A Kinston man has been arrested after he robbed a convenience store early this morning. Marshall Grady, 21, of Will Baker Road in Kinston, robbed the Speedway at 1608 U.S. Highway 258 South, Kinston at gunpoint at 2:42 a.m. today. He left with stolen money from the store.