A car chase that started in Lenoir County resulted in the arrest of three suspects after they crashed their vehicle in Wayne County when they attempted to take an exit at more than 100 miles per hour.
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Western Carolina University Fall 2024 Chancellor's List
CULLOWHEE, NC -- Western Carolina University congratulates more than 2,000 students named to the Chancellor's List for Fall 2024. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours. Students named to the Chancellor's list are also named to the Dean's List.
NWS: confidence high for accumulating snow, snow totals still uncertain
Forecast confidence remains high that we will see some accumulating snow for portions of Eastern NC Tuesday evening into early Wednesday morning. Specific details like how much dry air will be in place to inhibit heavier snow totals and how strong the storm system gets are still uncertain.
Grifton woman arrested for stabbing man during altercation
A Grifton woman was arrested Thursday night after stabbing a man with a kitchen butcher knife.
Paige Lord to Speak on Responsible AI at Social Media Summit 2025
On January 31, the Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025) will bring industry leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs to Kinston to explore the theme "AI + Social: Innovate | Automate | Dominate." Among the distinguished speakers is Paige Lord, Founder and CEO of Just AI, who will share her expertise on the responsible use of artificial intelligence in social media marketing.
New Lenoir County Corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Snow Hill Primary "Terrific Kid" awards
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kid Awards!
Secure Your Farm’s Future: NC Farm Succession School Comes to Lenoir County
Eastern North Carolina farmers and farm families are invited to participate in the NC Farm Succession School, a full-day workshop designed to help you plan for your farm’s future. With more than half of North Carolina’s farmers now over the age of 65, and USDA projections showing nearly 70% of farmland will change ownership within the next 20 years, farm succession planning is more critical than ever.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
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.
Help Wanted: Social Work Supervisor III
As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for a Social Work Supervisor III.
Minges Wellness Center launches boxing program for Parkinson's Patients
Minges Wellness Center at UNC Health Lenoir is excited to announce the launch of Punching Through Parkinson’s, a non-contact unique boxing program designed specifically for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. This program aims to improve physical health, strength, balance, and overall quality of life through exercise tailored to the needs of Parkinson’s patients.
Phillip Skipper Named to SNHU Dean's List
MANCHESTER, NH - Phillip Skipper of La grange (28551) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Fall 2024 Dean's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Cold Winter Days, Perfect for Comfort Food
As I write this most of North Carolina is bracing for some snow and ice. A “snow day” screams for comfort food, but often comfort food comes with some extra calories. Here are some great tasting “warm you up” recipes that have been made a little healthier and of course I have included some slow cooker recipes. Hope we get some snow, and that you enjoy these recipes!!
Lenoir County woman arrested on meth trafficking charges after investigation
A three-month investigation into the selling and distribution of methamphetamine in Lenoir County resulted in the arrest of a Lenoir County woman on Thursday.
Gun charges filed in two separate incidents overnight
On January 16, 2025, at approximately 9:44 PM, officers from B-Squad conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Stadium Drive and Charlotte Avenue. The driver, identified as Montez Nelson, 44, of Kinston, became uncooperative and refused to follow officer commands. After officers removed Nelson from the vehicle, a search uncovered a firearm, drug paraphernalia, and cocaine.
Eric Lawrence to Speak at Social Media Summit 2025 on AI in Education
On January 31, the Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025) will gather marketing professionals, industry experts, and entrepreneurs at Lenoir Community College for a one-day event focusing on AI’s transformative role in social media marketing. Among the featured speakers is Eric Lawrence, Director of Growth & Partnerships at Imaginovation, LLC, a B2B software and app development company known for creating award-winning digital solutions.
SNHU Announces Fall 2024 President's List
MANCHESTER, NH -- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2024 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
Kinston substitute teacher charged with assault on child with a disability
On January 10, 2025, the Kinston Police Department was notified of an assault on a 6-year-old child by LCPS Central Office . Officers spoke with the child's parents, who had been informed of the incident by Northwest Elementary School. The officers were told that the child's substitute teacher, Martha Jones (69, of Kinston), had hit their child.