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Meet me: Lilli Daughety

There’s something simple yet powerful about a smile. In a world that can feel overwhelming, a smile can be a beacon of light. I’ve always believed in its ability to connect with others and brighten someone’s day. After all, you’re never fully dressed without a smile. 

Teens Lead at the Greene County Public Library

We are proud to recognize Haley Kinzler and Tamya “Mya” Porter as the latest Teen Interns to complete the Teens Lead program at the Greene County Public Library. As part of Neuse Regional Libraries’ ongoing commitment to providing meaningful, paid learning opportunities, the Teens Lead program offers teens the chance to gain real-world work experience, develop essential life skills, and explore the field of librarianship.

Seniors honored, awareness raised at annual Senior Appreciation Day in Kinston

A crowd filled the Kinston Community Center on Wednesday for the annual Senior Appreciation Day and Elder Abuse Awareness Walk, a community-wide event honoring Older Americans Month and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Held under the national theme “Flip the Script on Aging,” the celebration aimed to both uplift the senior population and raise awareness about the critical issue of elder abuse.

Meet Me: Shayla Nguyen

My fingers shook while I wrote “Monster by Nicki Minaj” on the karaoke sign-up sheet. I mean, what could go wrong? As I stood on stage, my gaze was glued to my feet as the heavy beat dropped. The crowd hushed, watching me in slight confusion as I looked at everything but the 50+ faces in front of me.