GOLDSBORO –The U.S. 70 Bypass around Goldsboro will be re-signed as Interstate 42 and given new mile markers and exit numbers this fall.
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Kinston Walmart’s Brenda selected for meeting with Walmart’s top executive
Exciting News, Kinston and Surrounding Areas! You did it! Your voices have been heard, and your warm, supportive comments for Brenda have made it all the way to Bentonville, Arkansas.
Charlotte Baker Memorial Fund weekend to feature multiple events
The Charlotte Baker Memorial Fund will host its highly anticipated weekend of events from September 27th to 29th, with activities designed to raise funds and awareness for individuals living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
Event: Kinston Lenoir County Public Library bi-annual book sale
Come visit us at the Kinston Lenoir County Public Library for our bi-annual book sale! The sale will run from Saturday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 18.
Kinston welcomes Frontier League team, continuing long baseball tradition
After seven seasons with the Down East Wood Ducks, Kinston will welcome a new professional baseball team, the Bird Dawgs, to Grainger Stadium as part of the Frontier League. The announcement was made during a press conference at the stadium on Monday, marking a new chapter for the city and its strong baseball tradition.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County program scheduled for Saturday
The Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County program proudly presents Caitlin Waters, Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County for 2024, in its annual program which will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, September 21, 2024 in the Performing Arts Center on the campus of Kinston High School.
South Lenoir High School hosts annual mum sale September 16-20
South Lenoir High School is excited to announce its highly anticipated annual Mum Sale, which will be held from September 16th to September 20th.
Weekend sees three arrests for driving while impaired
On Saturday, September 14, 2024, at around 8:46 p.m., Leonardo Orgas, 44, of Snow Hill, NC, was driving westbound in the eastbound lane of US Hwy 70 when he was stopped by KPD’s A-Squad. After an investigation, Orgas was arrested and charged with Driving While Impaired.
KPD arrests man wanted for federal probation violations during stop
On September 13, 2024, KPD officers conducted a traffic stop with Rico Davis (30 of Lenoir County). Officers discovered Davis was wanted for Federal Probation Violations. Officers took Davis in custody without incident. Davis was placed in the LC Jail without bond.
KPD assists probation check, arrests felon with firearm and drugs
KPD officers on D-Squad responded to a residence on the 900 block of Savannah Lane at the request of The Department of Adult Corrections. KPD was requested to stand by while the Probation Officer conducted a residential check on Michael Stevens (22 years old).
NWS: Heaving rain, flooding, possible tornadoes expected from Potential Tropical Cyclone #8.
It should be noted that whether or not this system becomes tropical, the impacts for our area including heavy rain and flooding, coastal flooding and a few tornadoes have not changed drastically.
From Dr. Murphy's Desk: 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 land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Greene County Commissioner Derek Burress Appointed Vice-Chair of State Rehabilitation Council
Greene County Commissioner Derek Burress has been appointed Vice-Chair of the North Carolina State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) during their quarterly meeting on Friday, September 13.
Urgent Home Repair Grant Program sponsored by Jones County
Urgent Home Repair Grant Program - This program provides funding to assist very-low and low-income households with special needs in addressing housing conditions that pose imminent threats to their life or safety.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Kinston set to make major baseball announcement on Tuesday
The City of Kinston has scheduled a significant baseball announcement for Tuesday, September 17th, at 11 a.m. at Grainger Stadium, in front of the Mother Earth Pavilion.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Everyone Needs More Apples in Their Life
Apples are loaded with impressive health benefits, they are highly nutritious and contain nutrients like fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help promote long-term health.