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The City of Kinston is set to apply for a state grant aimed at improving the resilience of its electric distribution system. The grant, provided by the State Department of Environmental Quality Energy Office, will fund projects converting overhead electric lines to underground lines, reducing the risk of power outages during severe weather.
Carey Jenkins King of La Grange is among the record 173 graduates Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law conferred Juris Doctor degrees on Friday, May 10, during its 46th hooding and graduation ceremony at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.
For Dakota Tyndall, it was a good problem to have: colleges lined up to welcome her in the fall and her two favorites – the University of North Carolina and Campbell University – both solid choices for an aspiring pharmacist. How the South Lenoir High School senior sorted out those opportunities says something about the considerations top students have when they become the choosers.
School is almost out for summer and most of you at some point will be heading for the Crystal Coast. There’s no secret that hanging out at the beach just naturally makes you extra ready to snack! Be prepared with some healthier options and you will breeze through the summer and keep up your healthy habits!!
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.
More than 600 seniors will reach the milestone that is high school graduation next week at commencement exercises scheduled at four LCPS schools.
B-Mocha Coffee Shop, located at 2908 Vernon Avenue, has closed its doors unexpectedly, just two months after its grand opening in March 2024. The sudden closure has left both customers and employees in shock, as a "For Rent" sign now hangs on the building.
A Kinston man was arrested by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies Thursday afternoon on charges of identity theft and obtaining property by false pretense.
As the Atlantic hurricane season commences, NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey visited Kinston to underscore the importance of hurricane preparedness for the residents of eastern North Carolina. The event brought together local officials to discuss strategies for minimizing damage and ensuring public safety during the anticipated active hurricane season.
RALEIGH — While some economic metrics continue to offer good news to North Carolinians, others point in a different direction. U.S. agricultural exports, for example, fell by $17 billion last year and appear to be on track for another decline of about $8 billion or so this year.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
This afternoon, a truck collided with the Mother Earth building at the corner of Herritage and North Street in Kinston. No injuries were reported.
It is with great sadness that we report that one of our beloved retired canines passed away today. Police Canine Odin served our community from 2015 to 2022 before retiring.
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department
On Saturday, June 1, Grainger Stadium will host the Challenger Baseball game, starting at 11:00 a.m. The event, organized by RADD, is free and open to the public, encouraging community support for special athletes. Players from the DownEast Wood Ducks will participate alongside RADD players, making it a memorable day of inclusive fun and community spirit. Attendees can also look forward to a few surprises that will add to the excitement of the day.
I have come across people who absolutely love them, and those that shudder at the thought. The hydrangea is a gorgeous, cloud-like bloom, that in my opinion is quintessentially the definition of a southern home landscape. Probably most known for their changing colors to match soil pH, they are a great cut flower, and can do well in a variety of conditions. They are a great addition to any home if you follow a few basic guidelines.
The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary will be hosting a Can Food Donation Drive-Thru on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, from 10:00am - 1:00pm, located at The Salvation Army 2110 N. Queen Street in Kinston.
On Friday, May 10, 2024, at approximately 9:12 pm, officers with the Kinston Police Department observed a group of individuals with known gang ties loitering in the parking lot on property owned by Kinston Housing Authority. The individuals were getting in and out of a vehicle in which officers had previously observed a firearm.
Father and son duo Brandon Corey and Braden Corey will be providing our locals with tune-ups and repairs as we await the delivery of our tire machine where at that point we will offer tires (new and used). We will also be offering truck accessories, lift kits and spray in bedliners as well as automotive detailing.
It is with mixed emotions that we announce The Laughing Owl Restaurant will be closing its doors on Saturday June 1st.
