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The Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum, in partnership with Visit Kinston, proudly announces Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary, a two-day celebration honoring the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of those who served during World War II.
The Lenoir County Board of Education opened its September meeting with a heavy dose of celebration, recognizing dozens of students and staff for academic, journalism and agricultural accomplishments before turning to construction updates, school improvement plans and a review of state testing data.
The Plaza Kinston Post Office said to reopen Tuesday for box access nearly two years after it was damaged by a tornado.
GOLDSBORO, NC - The 2025 North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region Forklift Rodeo, held on Thursday, September 11th, at Wayne Community College, was a huge success. The event brought together forklift drivers from industries across the region, including Greene, Lenoir, and Wayne Counties, to compete for the title of the best forklift driver in the area.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
While we usually think of the American Revolutionary War in terms of 1776, several significant military actions took place during 1775. Just a few of these include Lexington and Concord (Massachusetts) in April, the first battle of Fort Ticonderoga (New York) in May, and the Battle of Bunker Hill and Breed’s Hill (Massachusetts) in June.
MANCHESTER, NH (09/09/2025)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Summer 2025 Dean's List. The summer terms run from May to August.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation will utilize a lane closure next week at the intersection of Airport Road and Academy Heights Road.
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
ATLANTA, GA (09/10/2025)-- Cormya Baker, of Kinston (28504), was named to the Summer 2025 President's List at Georgia State University.
The following building permits were issued in Lenoir County:
Charlie Kirk did not deserve to die. Full stop. We do not live in a society that condones vigilante justice, and yet, a man was executed in public view.
Kinston electric customers could soon see relief in their electric bills, as City Council prepares to consider a proposed 4% rate reduction. The measure comes on the heels of the North Carolina Eastern Municipal Power Agency’s (NCEMPA) final debt payoff in July, closing out more than four decades of obligations that once left member cities with some of the highest power rates in the state.
On September 11, 2025, at approximately 1:04 p.m., Kinston Police Department officers responded to reports of a woman spraying an unknown liquid on individuals at two locations, Walmart and Piggly Wiggly (2407 N. Herritage Street).
Allstate Agent and NC Representative Chris Humphrey (second from left) presented a $500 Helping Hands Grant from The Allstate Foundation to Lenoir Community College President Dr. Rusty Hunt. The grant was awarded in recognition of Humphrey’s dedicated service to the LCC Foundation and the educational opportunities the Foundation provides.
UNC Health Lenoir proudly welcomed eight outstanding individuals into its prestigious Hall of Honor during a ceremony celebrating their extraordinary service to healthcare and the community.
The Lenoir Community College Small Business Center hosted the launch of the new ENC Regional Roundtable for Nonprofits today at the Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, bringing together nonprofit leaders from Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties for a conversation on collaboration, growth, and community impact.
The Snow Hill Board of Commissioners convened a dynamic meeting at town hall, addressing a wide range of issues from policy re-approvals to infrastructure upgrades and community initiatives. Led by Town Manager April Vinson, the session highlighted collaborative efforts to shape the town’s future, drawing input from residents, county representatives, and state officials.
