It is with great pleasure that Greene County Schools announces the appointment of Mr. Ricardo Arias as the new Principal of Greene Early College High School. We are excited to welcome him back to the Greene County Schools family.
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Greene County to consider $458,915 transportation grant application
Greene County commissioners will hold a public hearing Tuesday on a proposed $458,915 community transportation grant application that would help fund Greene County Transportation during the 2027-28 fiscal year.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
LCC, Campbell University Sign Assured Admission Agreement
Lenoir Community College and Campbell University have strengthened their partnership with a new agreement that provides eligible LCC graduates an assured pathway to continue their education at Campbell University.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update September 5, 2026
This Saturday's vendor lineup includes B&B Eggs, Robin's Nest, TJ Design, TC Smith, Holy Granola, Julie Babbin, and Rodney Pork Skin Man. Come early for the best selection of fresh local foods, prepared goods, handmade items, and market favorites.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Recipes from the Art of the Pallette
If you missed “The Art of the Pallette” Event at the Community Council for the Arts, you missed a great event filled with art showings from familiar and new artists, but you also missed many culinary delights. Lucky for you, I am sharing some of the recipes that were served at the event, and some of the art pieces are still hanging, but maybe not for long. Hurry, do not wait to catch them before they are sold!!!
NWS: High heat and severe weather expected Sep 4-5
Here is the latest update on heat and severe weather impacts on Friday and Saturday, September 4-5, 2026.
North Lenoir Drama alumni return home for September 13 benefit concert
Nearly three decades after leaving North Lenoir High School and launching a career that would take her from national tours of Broadway musicals to recording an album with GRAMMY®-winning collaborators, Jenn Quader, known to many in Lenoir County by her maiden name Jennifer Michels, is coming home to sing for the program where it all began.
UAlbany Welcomes Mehkai Williams of Kinston as Part of Largest Incoming Class in School's History
The University at Albany is welcoming Mehkai Williams of Kinston for the start of the Fall 2026 semester.
Lenoir Community College President and Dean's List - Summer Semester 2026
Lenoir Community College has announced the students named to its President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2026 semester. The academic honors recognize students from across eastern North Carolina and beyond, including residents of Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill, Pollocksville, Snow Hill and Trenton.
Kinston council approves Maceo Parker Way, advances sewer grant hearing
Kinston City Council approved several measures Tuesday night, including renaming Springhill Street in honor of famed musician and Kinston native Maceo Parker, moving forward with a public hearing for a proposed Washington Avenue sewer project, approving a new fleet maintenance truck lift and hearing updates on downtown revitalization and property demolition efforts.
Catch 22 Seafood Restaurant to open second location in Goldsboro
Catch 22 Seafood Restaurant is expanding beyond Kinston with plans to open a second location in Goldsboro.
NC Commerce Secretary brings school supplies, leaves with insights into LCPS workforce development efforts
A carload of school supplies collected as part of the annual Governor’s School Supply Drive rolled up to Northwest Elementary School on Monday, personally delivered by North Carolina Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley.
Stonington Farms Music Fest brings Country and Bluegrass to Kinston on September 5
Stonington Farms will host its first annual Stonington Farms Music Fest on Saturday, September 5, 2026, bringing a full day of country and bluegrass music to Kinston.
Jones County accepting applications for urgent home repair program
Jones County is accepting applications for a housing assistance program intended to address urgent health and safety hazards in the homes of qualifying residents.
Lenoir County elections staff to offer voter services at local libraries
Lenoir County Board of Elections staff will visit three Neuse Regional Library locations Tuesday, Sept. 15, to help residents register to vote and access other election services.
Rep. Greg F. Murphy, M.D.: Updates from ENC 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.
Heat wave expected mid to late week
High humidity bringing Major to Extreme heat impacts mid week.
Mike Parker: Savannah Reunion preserves rich history
I am sure you noticed last week that the roads were a little more congested than usual. School buses are on the road again – and drivers need to exercise greater caution.
Major Shawn Howard retires after career with Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office
Major Shawn Howard is retiring after spending his entire law enforcement career with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.