The following students have been named to the Dean’s List and Principal’s list at Lenoir Community College for Spring Semester 2024.
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Rochelle Middle Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
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Northwest Elementary Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
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South Lenoir High Second Semester Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
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Convicted felon with firearm flees from officers
On Monday, July 1, 2024, Officers observed Eddie Mills (50 of Kinston) driving erratically on N Rochelle Blvd and attempted to conduct a traffic stop.
NCDOT drops plan to remove traffic lights on Queen Street
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has dropped its plan to remove several traffic lights on Queen Street in Kinston after residents and city council members expressed concerns at a public hearing. While DOT argued that the removal would improve traffic flow, opponents cited potential problems for pedestrians and handicapped individuals.
Kinston man arrested for indecent liberties with a child
On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, KPD Officers responded to a residence in regards to a sexual assault of a minor that occurred previously. Kinston Police Detectives conducted an investigation and obtained warrants on Tony Gooding (42 of Kinston) for Indecent Liberties with a Child.
Senator Jim Perry Announces Resignation from NC Senate
RALEIGH, N.C. — Senator Jim Perry, a Republican representing District 2, announced his resignation from the North Carolina Senate effective immediately. Perry, who has served since his appointment in January 2019, cited the completion of the short session and personal reflections on his time in office as reasons for his departure.
Downtown Kinston Revitalization to Host Fourth of July Celebration
A Fourth of July event will be held on Thursday, July 4, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Pearson Park.
Western Carolina University Spring 2024 Chancellor's List
Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,400 students named to the Chancellor's List for Spring 2024. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours.
Ribbon cutting ceremony held for new Greene County EMS Station 3
North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region posted the following on Friday: Today, local and county leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was held for the new Greene County EMS Station 3 on Highway 903 North in Snow Hill.
Cash earns North Carolina Certified Economic Developer Certification
Trey Cash, Economic Development Director, has achieved the status of North Carolina Certified Economic Developer.
Lenoir County Learning Academy Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
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Southwood Elementary Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
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Southeast Elementary Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
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Virginia man driving a stolen vehicle leads officers on a vehicle pursuit
Officers from KPD's B-Squad received information related to a vehicle being driven with a stolen license plate. Officers located the vehicle in the area of W King Street and S Herritage Street. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop and the driver failed to stop and fled from officers.
Goldsboro woman arrested for CCG & Resisting a Arrest
Officers responded to 110 W Blount Street for crowd control as patrons were leaving J's Place. Officers received reports that Andrea Broadie (33 of Goldsboro, NC) was unlawfully carrying a concealed firearm. Initially, Broadie refused to comply with the officer's investigation.
Snow Hill Man arrested for B&E to motor vehicle
KPD's D-Squad responded to the 700 block of Harding Avenue for a report of a vehicle B&E. Officers arrived in the area and located the offender, Zaire Corbitt (21 of Snow Hill, NC).
Mike Parker: Historic Harmony Hall ceremony welcomes new citizens
Most of us celebrate the Fourth of July as a way to honor The Declaration of Independence – the document that officially declared the 13 colonies as independent from Great Britain. We consider July 4th as the birthday of our nation.
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Name Not So Unique
The Bucklesberry farm community does not hold a registered trademark on its name, unusual as it is. And it certainly is not the first to have this name. Not so unique, there are a number of places in North Carolina and across the pond (England) with variations of the same name, including "Buckleberry," "Bucklebury," "Bucklersbury," "Bucklesbury," and "Bucklesberie."