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Rep. Chris Humphrey: The HWY 58 Connector
I hope you and your family are doing well. We've had a productive month in Raleigh — filled with constituent meetings, legislative research, bill drafting, and votes on several key priorities.
Golden LEAF grant to boost Lenoir County industrial growth
Lenoir County has been selected for the Golden LEAF SITE Program’s Identification phase, securing funding for an industrial site study. A third-party consultant will assess potential development sites across the county, positioning the region for future business expansion.
$1.9M grant strengthens Global TransPark infrastructure
Lenoir County and the North Carolina Global TransPark have secured a $1.9 million Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) grant to upgrade sewer infrastructure at the TransPark. Announced by Governor Josh Stein, the funding will support the U.S. Navy’s new Fleet Readiness Center.
Greene County Middle School hosts Black History Month celebration with Rep. Don Davis
Snow Hill - On Friday, February 28, Greene County Middle School presented a celebration of Black History featuring Rep. Don Davis (D-NC 1) as a guest speaker for the event. The event was a culmination of events from throughout the month leading up to the “Old Skool vs. New Skool” program that was presented.
FRC East C130 MRO Complex construction ramps up
Construction of the FRC East C130 MRO Complex at the Global TransPark is accelerating.
Lenoir Community College to host annual job fair on March 12
Lenoir Community College, in partnership with NCWorks and the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce, will host its annual Job Fair on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the LCC Student Center.
Interstate 587 Business Park offers prime distribution hub in Greene County
Greene County’s Interstate 587 Business Park is positioning itself as a top-tier destination for distribution and logistics operations in Eastern North Carolina. Strategically located just two minutes from I-587, the park offers expedited access to key transportation routes, placing businesses within:
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Brenda Hernandez-Flores: Balancing education, career, and campus involvement
Juggling a full-time job, college coursework, and extracurricular involvement is no easy task, but Brenda Hernandez-Flores has found a way to make it work. As she prepares to graduate with her second degree from Lenoir Community College, she has proven that with determination, time management, and a willingness to stay involved, students can take on big goals without having to sacrifice personal or professional growth.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
You don’t have to be Irish to get in on all of the fun celebrating St. Patrick’s day. The holiday is celebrated on March 17th and began in Ireland as the feast of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, the date is the anniversary of St Patrick’s death in 461. Irish immigrants brought the holiday to the United States and Americans were introduced to the traditions of celebrating.
LCC Aviation Center Moves to Next Construction Phase
The Lenoir Community College Senator Jim Perry Aviation Center for Excellence (ACE) is progressing steadily at the Global TransPark. Site work, utility relocation, and ground stabilization are complete, with foundation slabs now poured.
Global TransPark Fuel Farm nears completion
By the end of 2024, major progress had been made on the new fuel farm at the North Carolina Global TransPark. Contractors completed tank coatings, pipe fabrication, and line connections. With tank crews demobilized, final grading, concrete, and asphalt work are underway. The project is expected to wrap up in early 2025.
Snow Hill man sentenced to over four years for role in $1 million COVID fraud scheme
A Snow Hill man was sentenced to 50 months in prison for Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud related to Covid-19 loans. In March of 2024, TYREEK RASHEED EXUM, 26, was charged in a multi-count indictment alleging various offenses related to a Covid fraud scheme.
Kinston woman arrested on new drug trafficking charges while out on pretrial release for death by distribution
A woman out of jail on pretrial release for death by distribution was arrested Thursday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for felony warrants for trafficking opium or heroin, along with new charges for possessing Fentanyl and other narcotics.
Spirit of Lenoir Christian Music Festival returns to Pearson Park in April
There’s nothing quite like gathering with friends, family, and neighbors for a night of faith-filled music under the stars. The 2nd Annual Spirit of Lenoir Christian Music Festival will be held on Saturday, April 12 at Pearson Park in Kinston, NC with music starting at 4:30 PM.
Lenoir County water utilities to temporarily change disinfectant starting March 17
Beginning March 17, 2025 and continuing until April 21, 2025 the above water utilities in Lenoir County will temporarily change the disinfectant used in the water treatment process. They will be using chlorine rather than chloramines during this five-week period.
LCPS honors top Teacher Assistant and non-instructional Staff Member of the Year
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to announce the recipients of its Teacher Assistant of the Year and Non-Instructional Classified Staff of the Year awards. Selected from a talented pool of nominees across the district, Salisa Cobb and Andre Clark were surprised with the exciting news on Monday, February 24, when a celebration squad visited their schools to share in their moment of recognition.
Lenoir County Deputies Safely Remove Suicidal Man After Hours-Long Standoff
A suicidal man who barricaded himself inside a home near Woodington Middle School was safely removed by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies Thursday night. After more than two hours of negotiations, Special Response Team members entered the residence and found the man barricaded in a bathroom. He was safely removed without injury and transported to a hospital for evaluation. Sheriff Jackie Rogers praised his team for their professionalism in handling the situation.
Kinston Police seek help identifying suspects in counterfeit money case
The Kinston Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the individuals in these photos. They are suspected of using counterfeit money to pay for their meal at Waffle House on March 2, 2025.