Birth certificate records obtained from the Lenoir County Register of Deeds database list the mother's maiden name. In some cases, only one parent is listed:
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Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Freshen Up Your Spring Recipes with Mint!
Several years ago, I purchased fresh mint from the Master Gardeners at the very famous Annual Plant Sale, and to my surprise and delight the mint has returned each year looking better than the year before!! The very popular fresh herb is currently in season and is no longer used just for Derby parties and making julips!!
E.B. Frink’s Chadwick Stokes earns history teacher award nomination
National History Day® (NHD) is proud to announce the teachers honored as the 2024 Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year nominees. Each NHD affiliate may nominate one middle school teacher and one high school teacher per year for this prestigious award. In addition to celebrating outstanding history scholarship and innovative classroom instruction, the award comes with a $10,000 cash prize.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for May 18, 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.
Mother Earth Spirits triumphs at 2024 SIP Awards
Mother Earth Spirits, a local company from Kinston, North Carolina, has brought home several awards from the 2024 SIP Awards, showcasing their excellence in craft spirits.
Local VFW Post 2771 to honor veterans with flag tribute
The local VFW Post 2771 invites community members to help place flags on veteran graves in Lenoir County on May 18, 2025. Volunteers will meet at the Walk of Honor before dispersing to the graveyards. The VFW encourages as many people as possible to join this tribute.
Grand opening celebration of Lakes RV & Cabin Resort marks a milestone in Maysville’s tourism industry
The charming Town of Maysville is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Lakes RV & Cabin Resort, a premier destination nestled amidst the serene beauty of nature. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on May 18, 2024, at 11:00 am, marking a significant milestone in the town’s tourism industry.
Service Club at ECI Donates $1,000 to LCC Scholarship Fund
The Service Club at Eastern Correctional Institution presented a $1,000 to the Lenoir Community College Foundation Scholarship Program.
Covered trailer stolen from Lenoir County Cooperative Extension office
MISSING TRAILER!!! This covered trailer was stolen from the Lenoir County Cooperative Extension office over the weekend (May 10-11) if anyone has any information or has seen anything please call our office at 252-527-2191.
Kinston High’s Kyonna Kelly chosen for selective Greenhouse Scholarship
Kyonna Kelly relished being in the backcourt, leading the Kinston High School women’s team from her point guard position; but, otherwise, the graduating senior prefers the back row, out of the public eye. She’s had to step up her public relations game since being named a winner of the selective Greenhouse Scholarship.
Greene Early College LCC graduates
The following Greene Early College High School students graduated from Lenoir Community College on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at LCC:
Event: Kinston/Lenoir Co. Parks & Recreation-Summer Programs & Activities 2024
Registration Ongoing for Day Camps, Swimming Lessons, Swim Teams, Tennis Clinics, Summer Baseball & Volleyball, and KCC Specialty Camps!
Weatherman wins Republican runoff for Lt. Governor, Boliek for State Auditor
Political strategist Hal Weatherman won the Republican runoff for North Carolina lieutenant governor, defeating Forsyth County District Attorney Jim O'Neill with 74% of the vote. Dave Boliek secured the primary win for State Auditor.
Public assistance needed for Walstonburg store break-in information
The Greene County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for assistance in any information related to a breaking and entering that occurred at Lewis Food Mart located in Walstonburg, around 11:50 pm on 05/13/2024.
NWS: Severe Thunderstorm Risk Wednesday
There will be a slight risk (Level 2 of 5) of isolated to scattered severe thunderstorms developing across portions of eastern North Carolina today.
UNC Health Lenoir welcomes new Chief Financial Officer
UNC Health Lenoir welcomes Mr. Bharadwaj “Brad” Mantha as the organization’s new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective June 10, 2024. Mr. Mantha brings a decade of expertise from the healthcare finance sector highlighted by his recent role as Chief Financial Officer at Maryview Medical Center under Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Jessica Anderson: How Does Your Garden Grow?
I’ve seen them all tilled up in the side yard, perfectly organized in rows in raised beds, thrown into open space in the flower bed, or even in a collection of mismatched pots on the back deck!
Greene County to Host Health and Elder Abuse Awareness Fair
Greene County is gearing up to host a special event aimed at promoting health awareness and addressing elder abuse concerns within the community. The "Older Americans Month Health, Information, & Elder Abuse Awareness Fair" will take place on Thursday, May 16th, 2024, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Greene County Wellness Center located at 84 North Perry Dr., Snow Hill, NC 28580.
Kinston Police respond to shots fired
On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at approximately 11:30 a.m., members of the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of shots fired on the 500 block of N. Herritage Street.
Three juveniles, one adult arrested for Kinston shooting incident
On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, Officers from the Kinston Police Department located the suspect vehicle involved in the shooting from Monday night’s incident. A 16-year-old female juvenile was placed into custody for her involvement in the case