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If the turnout of voters in this first week of Early Voting continues to grow, we are in the process of witnessing the largest election turnout ever, both in North Carolina and throughout the country. Another interesting development is the rapid growth of independent voters.

Oct 20

Oct 20 New ECU poll shows Biden lead in NC, tight races statewide

Politics

A poll conducted Oct. 15-18 by the ECU Center for Survey Research shows a three-point lead (50% to 47%) for Democrat Joe Biden over Republican Donald Trump among likely voters in North Carolina. The Senate race between Democrat Cal Cunningham and Republican Thom Tillis remains a tossup with Cunningham holding a 48-47% lead, while Democrat Roy Cooper leads Republican challenger Dan Forest, 53% to 44%.

Oct 20

Oct 20 Parks and Cummings answer FAQ's for Lenoir County Commissioner, District 3

Kristy Kelly

Recently the Lenoir County Economic development office folded into the Global TransPark. Does this benefit Lenoir County, why or why not? How can we improve the pay scale for Lenoir County employees? What do you see as the correct balance between historic preservation and cultural sensitivity? Do you believe Lenoir County Government adequately funds the Lenoir County Public School System? Is our County property tax rate adequate to support the needs of Lenoir County government?

Oct 19
Oct 19 Dan Perry: The building blocks of such a failed, fatalistic society

Folks, our nation as we have known it since our founding some 244 years ago is at a cross roads that we have never seen before. As I mentioned to our church congregation this past Sunday, this is the most important election in the history of our country. Let me tell you why – at least in this one man’s opinion.

Oct 18

Oct 18 John Nix: Who defines your reality?

John Nix

November 3rd will be a defining and pivotal day for America. Reality tells us there is a “binary choice this election between America and radicalism”. The America as we have known it, is a Constitutional, orderly and civilized America where everyone has a chance to live the “American dream”. The alternate America we are facing is a chaotic, violent America, one where mob rule and tyrannical government control reigns. We live in a Republic, not a Democracy. Democracy is mob rule, but the media would have you believe differently. Not once in the Constitution of United States of America is the word “Democracy” mentioned. That is reality.

Oct 17

Oct 17 Candidate Interview - Chad Rouse

Politics, Local News

Chad Rouse joins Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy to discuss today's issues ahead of the General Election. Rouse is running for one of two At-large seats on the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners. Topics discussed include the Hwy 70 bypass's impact on Lenoir County, property tax rate, growing Lenoir County and more.

Oct 16

Oct 16 Letter to the Editor: Khayyam Shepherd supporting Jim Perry

Letters to the Editor, Politics

I am an African American unaffiliated voter, and I am also a pastor. I find comfort in the love of my savior, not in any political party. Like many of you, I am tired of listening to double talk from all sides of the political spectrum. I am voting for Jim Perry to represent our district in the NC Senate.

Oct 16

Oct 16 Thousands greet Trump at Greenville rally

Catherine Hardee

An enthusiastic crowd greeted Pres. Trump in Greenville today at his campaign rally. Trump spoke for well over an hour, touching on familiar campaign refrains such as immigration, the economy and taxes. The president also touted his administration’s response to the pandemic, and criticized NC Gov. Roy Cooper for his coronavirus response, and encouraged residents of the state to express their opposition for continued shutdowns to the governor.

Oct 16

Oct 16 Candidate Interview - Bruce Hill

Education, Local News, Politics

Bruce Hill joins Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy to discuss today's issues ahead of the General Election. Hill, an incumbent, is running as an At-large candidate for one of two seats on the Lenoir County School Board. Topics discussed include challenges facing public schools, in-person learning, stakeholders' influence on your decisions, funding from Lenoir County and the State, and more.

Oct 15

Oct 15 Early voters experienced long lines but didn't mind the wait

Kristy Kelly

Early voting started today in Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties. With pandemic precautions in place, the wait time to vote has varied by location. The wait time at the Kinston Community Center at 8:00 am, was about 25 minutes and Fairfield Rec Center had reports of approximately an hour wait from start to finish.

Oct 15

Oct 15 Candidate Interview - Michelle Cash

Education, Local News, Politics

Michelle Cash for Lenoir County School Board joins Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy to discuss today's issues ahead of the General Election. Cash is running as an At-large write-in candidate for one of two seats on the Lenoir County School Board. Topics discussed include challenges facing public schools, in-person learning, stakeholders' influence on your decisions, funding from Lenoir County and the State, and more.

Oct 14

Oct 14 Candidate Interview - Merwyn Smith

Education, Local News, Politics

Merwyn Smith joins Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy to discuss today's issues ahead of the General Election. Smith, an incumbent, is running as an At-large candidate for one of two seats on the Lenoir County School Board. Topics discussed include challenges facing public schools, in-person learning, stakeholders' influence on your decisions, funding from Lenoir County and the State, and more.

Oct 14

Oct 14 President Trump is coming to Greenville

Kristy Kelly

Since September, President Trump will visit North Carolina for the seventh time as he prepares for the November election. On Thursday, October 15, President Trump will be at the Pitt-Greenville Airport at 1:00 pm at 400 Airport Road in Greenville.

Oct 14

Oct 14 Reece Gardner: Early voting begins tomorrow

Reece Gardner