The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
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Two Lenoir County students win state AMVETS Americanism contest awards
AMVETS POST 1111 is proud to announce the winners of two State Americanism contests sponsored by the AMVETS, that were recently awarded here in Lenoir County. Paitley Rouse and mother Mindy were present at an awards ceremony at GI Joes Military Museum where she was awarded a monetary award for her Flag Coloring Contest Entry.
Arendell Parrott Academy Kicks Off 60th Year with Family and Tradition
Arendell Parrott Academy kicked off its 60th year Thursday with a Founders Day celebration featuring Susan Parrott, sister of the school’s namesake. Parrott shared stories of her family’s role in creating the school in memory of her late brother, Arendell. The ceremony also included the induction of the 2024-2025 Honor Council, honoring the Academy’s tradition of integrity. Dr. Ike Southerland, the longest-serving Head of School, reflected on the school’s growth and lasting legacy.
Partnership for Children of Lenoir & Greene Counties Celebrates Smart Start Month
Governor Roy Cooper proclaims September as Smart Start Month. This proclamation acknowledges the Smart Start Network's commitment for over thirty years to ensuring all North Carolina’s young children enter school healthy and prepared for success. The Partnership for Children of Lenoir & Greene Counties is a proud member of the Smart Start Network.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Dedication Ceremony for the Jones County Charters of Freedom Set for September 23rd at 1:00pm
TRENTON – The Declaration of Independence, United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Civil Rights Amendments are coming to Jones County thanks to the combined efforts of the County, working with Foundation Forward, Inc. of Burke County, NC. These founding documents, known as The Charters of Freedom, are being permanently installed at the Jones County Civic Center, located at 832 NC Hwy 58 South, Trenton, NC 28585.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Itamar Tejada celebrated as ‘24-’25 LEAP Fellowship Recipient
Itamar Tejada, a 12th grade student at Lenoir County Early College High School, got quite the surprise when members of the district’s senior leadership team showed up Wednesday morning with balloons and an award with her name on it.
VFW Post 2771 Announces Patriot's Pen & Voice of Democracy Scholarship Contests
The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you.
LCC receives donation from Caswell Center Foundation for scholarships
The Caswell Center Foundation recently presented a $60,000 check to the Lenoir Community College Foundation Scholarship Program to assist students interested in pursuing a degree in developmental disabilities and health-related fields.
Greene County 4-H shooting sports team members qualify for state
The Greene County 4-H shooting sports team traveled to the Eastern 4-H Center in Columbia, NC, to compete in the Eastern Regional Shooting Sports Tournament on Saturday, August 24. Fourteen of the team members qualified for the 4-H State Tournament on Saturday, September 14, at the Millstone 4-H Center and will compete against other youth from around the state.
Rep. Greg Murphy, M.d.: 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.
Lenoir County Secures $448K Grant for Lifesaving EMS Equipment, Second-Highest in NC
Lenoir County has received the second-largest grant in North Carolina through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, securing $448,465 to upgrade its EMS fleet with state-of-the-art powered cot systems. The advanced equipment, designed to improve safety and response times, is part of a nationwide effort to enhance emergency services, with only one other NC county receiving more funding.
Mary Alphin reflects on her role as Lenoir County Clerk of Superior Court
Mary Alphin, the Lenoir County Clerk of Superior Court, has dedicated over 15 years to the Clerk's office, a career rooted in a strong sense of duty and passion for serving the public. Alphin assumed her current role after the retirement of former Clerk Dawn Stroud, who believed Alphin was the most qualified candidate to succeed her.
2024 General Election voter dates and deadlines
Voter dates and deadlines for the 2024 general election in North Carolina:
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation announces the 2024 USTA NC Tri-Level State Tennis Championships
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation, in conjunction with VisitKinston, is pleased to announce the 2024 USTA NC Tri-Level State Tennis Championships, arriving in Lenoir and Greene counties on September 19-22, 2024. These championships will bring over 500 adult tennis players to our counties and surrounding areas over the course of four days.
North Carolina's July county and area employment figures released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 83 of North Carolina’s counties in July 2024, decreased in three, and remained unchanged in 14.
Lenoir County land tranfers
The following land transfers were fied with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Public Notice: REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) Gymnasium Bleachers Moss Hill Elementary School
Lenoir County Public Schools is seeking proposals for the installation of new gymnasium bleachers at the Moss Hill Elementary School Gymnasium located at 6040 Hwy. 55 West, Kinston, NC 28504. We invite interested vendors to submit a proposal for the specified services outlined in this Request for Proposal (RFQ).
Public Notice: REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) Gymnasium Bleachers La Grange Elementary School
Lenoir County Public Schools is seeking proposals for the installation of new gymnasium bleachers at the La Grange Elementary School Gymnasium located at 402 West Railroad Street, La Grange, NC 28551. We invite interested vendors to submit a proposal for the specified services outlined in this Request for Proposal (RFQ).