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NWS: Showers and thunderstorms remain through the weekend
Showers and thunderstorms will remain in the forecast through the weekend but the heaviest rain and greatest flash flood threat will be now through tonight.
CCCC announces President’s List
SANFORD, N.C. - The following students have been named to the Central Carolina Community College President's List for the Spring 2024 semester, according to the CCCC Student Records and Registrar’s Office of the Student Onboarding and Success Division. Students named to the President's List received all A's in all classes, were registered for at least 12 semester hours, and received no incomplete grades.
First responders assemble Kits4Kids to comfort children during service calls
On July 18th at 11:00 am, Kinston PD and Lenoir County Sheriff's Office will gather to assemble First Responder Kits4Kids. Thanks to the generous donation from the Lenoir County Alumni, officers are working together to support the community by equipping themselves with special kits for kids.
Lenoir County under flash flood warning
Lenoir County is currently under a flash flood warning. Multiple streets in downtown Kinston are impassable due to flooding. Areas of Hwy 11 N and Hwy 11 S are also experiencing partial flooding, which is impacting vehicle passage. Two vehicles have become stranded in flood waters on Hwy 11 N in front of Covation Bio plant. The public is urged to use extreme caution when traveling and to never drive through flooded waters.
Brown Sweet Treats to move to King Street
Darlene Brown from Brown’s Sweet Treats announced a move to a new location on Facebook: This is a bitter sweet week. July 22, 2024, BROWN'S SWEET TREATS will open at our new location. 110 West King street. Beside social services. Please come and see what the Lord has done. Grand opening will be August 16, 2024, from 12pm until 5pm and Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 9am until 4pm.
Ciudad De Tundra opens with a commitment to local flavors
Ciudad De Tundra, a new dessert and ice cream shop, held its soft opening on July 10, 2024. Located at 115 West North Street, this new establishment promises to deliver the finest treats made from locally sourced ingredients from Farmville, North Carolina.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
School of Rock The Musical Set to Take LCC’s Turner Stage
Bringing the rockin' spirit to the Turner Stage this summer, School of Rock The Musical is a dynamic stage adaptation of the popular film. Follow the hilarious journey of Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star turned substitute teacher, as he transforms a class of precocious prep school students into a powerhouse rock band
Red Cross relocates to Herritage Street in Kinston
The American Red Cross has officially opened its new office at 504 Herritage St. in Kinston. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to mark the occasion, attended by community leaders, Red Cross volunteers, and local residents.
Kinston man arrested for copper and other metals theft
A Kinston man was arrested earlier today after being identified on surveillance cameras for allegedly stealing copper and other metals from a residence on Sunday.
"Bureaucratic tyranny of the minority" challenged: Pink Hill's vote stands on mixed beverage referendum
PINK HILL - A recent legislative change has validated the mixed beverage referendum held in Pink Hill during the November 2022 election. Initially declared invalid due to the town not meeting the required 300 registered voters, the town had only 281, the will of the people is now upheld. Senate Bill 527, signed by Governor Roy Cooper on Monday, lowers the requirement to 200 registered voters and retroactively took effect on November 1, 2022.
EPA funds Lenoir County $1 million for development assessments
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has funded a Lenoir County grant application for $1 million as part of the EPA’s Brownfields Coalition Assessment grant program.
Two Kinston residents arrested Sunday in stolen SUV
Two Kinston residents were arrested Sunday after being stopped in a stolen SUV with an expired and fictitious license plate.
Traffic stop leads to Methamphetamine arrest
KPD's D-Squad conducted a traffic stop on the 3000 block of W Vernon Avenue with Jesse Jones (33 of Grifton). During the traffic stop, K9 Kang was called to the scene to conduct a sniff of the vehicle. Kang gave his handler indication that narcotics were in vehicle
Experience School of Rock The Musical At LCC
School of Rock The Musical brings the beloved film to life on stage. The story follows Dewey Finn, a failed rocker posing as a substitute teacher, who discovers his students' musical talents and forms a band to compete in a Battle of the Bands competition. Through the power of music, Dewey and his students navigate friendship, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams. With electric performances and catchy tunes, the musical celebrates the transformative impact of rock 'n' roll on both the characters and the audience.
Juvenile charged with possession of a stolen vehicle
On Friday, July 5, 2024, A-Squad Officers received information related to a stolen vehicle being driven around Kinston. The vehicle had previously been reported stolen to Green County Sheriff's Office. Officers located the vehicle on the 1500 block of Dr. MLK Jr Blvd and made contact with the driver, (17 year old juvenile from Kinston) and took him into custody. With the assistance of Green County Sheriff's Office, the juvenile was transported to Green County and released to a parent.
KPD: Vehicle Pursuit leads to arrest
On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 12:00 pm, KPD's D-Squad observed a vehicle being operated on Vernon Avenue with fictious plates and illegal tint violations. Officers initiated a traffic stop with the vehicle and the driver, Okeith Parker (39 of Kinston) immediately fled. Officers pursed Parker until he came to a stop on the 800 block of Dixon Street. Parker began swallowing bags of suspected narcotics. Officers were able to gain entry into the vehicle, remove Parker, and effect the arrest.
Jones County Public Schools recognized at international level
Jones Senior High School HOSA (Future Health Professionals) students recently attended HOSA International Leadership Conference (ILC) in Houston, Texas. There were over 12,000 HOSA attendees at this conference from across the globe and the Jones Senior students had the opportunity to collaborate, network, and learn with numerous HOSA members from various states and countries.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department: