Lenoir County Government Department of Social Services - Income maintenance caseworker II (Day Care) SALARY RANGE: $29,729 - $43,056
Event: Library Book Sale
Join us for the Neuse Regional Libraries Book Sale. Items for sale include: Hardback and paperback books, magazines, DVDs, furniture, computers and more!
Lenoir County Government Department of Social Services Office Assistant V - Child Support
Lenoir County Government Department of Social Services Office Assistant V - Child Support SALARY RANGE: $25,635 - $38,056
Lenoir County Department of Social Services Income Maintenance Caseworker I - Front Desk (2 Positions)
Lenoir County Department of Social Services Income Maintenance Caseworker I - Front Desk (2 Positions) SALARY RANGE: $26,933 - $39,007
Lenoir County Government Department of Social Services - Income Maintenance Caseworker II (Long Term Care)
Lenoir County Government Department of Social Services - Income Maintenance Caseworker II (Long Term Care) SALARY RANGE: $32,815 - $46,367
Farmers Market Update for August 14, 2021
If you missed the demo starring OKRA last week, you really missed it! The samples were "out of this world" good. Thanks to Seraphim Smith, Peter Pun of The Laughing Owl, Scott Elden from Upstairs at the Market and Downstairs, Too, and Judy Kitts, who used okra from her own garden. A follow-up is in the makings on November 20th, so stay tuned for details. Also, follow Seraphim Smith on Facebook.
Lenoir County births
Birth certificate records obtained from the Lenoir County Register of Deeds database list the mother's maiden name. In some cases only one parent is listed:
New Head of School for Arendell Parrott Academy
Arendell Parrott Academy (APA) has a new Head of School. David Moody, former Assistant Superintendent in Jones County with 19 years of experience in education, will now lead the school.
Letter to the editor: We have freedom, but also great responsibility
A virus is ravaging our country and our world. In spite of the overwhelming evidence that masks and vaccines work to limit sickness and death, there are people who endanger themselves and others, claiming rights under the banner of personal freedom. The U.S. Constitution, does not grant us so much personal freedom that we can disregard the rights and wellbeing of those around us.
Woodies Rebound With Win Over Carolina
After a 19-10 loss, the Down East Wood Ducks rebounded with an 11-6 win over the Carolina Mudcats, Thursday night. Down East held Carolina scoreless through the first seven innings and had a huge offensive day with 11 runs.
Rep. Humphrey helps secure local funding in NC House Budget
Earlier today, the 2021 Appropriations Act was passed out of the North Carolina House of Representatives with bipartisan support. In addition to pay raises for teachers and state employee, state employee retiree supplement bonuses, investments in agriculture, and funding for infrastructure improvements, S105 also includes several line items that will impact Eastern North Carolina.
F3 of Kinston to host a One-Year Anniversary event
F3 of Kinston will host a One-Year F3 Anniversary event on August 13-14, 2021. F3 Kinston serves the men of Kinston, NC, and surrounding areas, who provide free peer-led workouts.
Letter to the Editor: A message from the Lenoir County Health Department Director
Dear Lenoir County Residents, I know I do not have to tell you the last year and a half has been a challenge. You have had to navigate health, family, work, school, religious activities, sports, hobbies, and all other areas of life in the midst of a pandemic.
COVID-19 hospitalizations hitting all-time highs; health officials urge vaccination
North Carolina experienced the largest single day jump in hospital ICU admissions since the beginning of the pandemic. Weekly COVID-19 hospitalizations among people ages 20-49 are at an all-time high.
Kinston Man Tapped for Interim VP Duty
Dr. Brandon M. Jenkins of Kinston has been named Wayne Community College’s interim vice president for academic and student services
Kinston Police Department: Suspect wanted in Larceny
Robert Moss is wanted by Kinston Police Department regarding a larceny that occurred in the City of Kinston.
A warrant issued by KPD for assault
Christopher Allen Foreman is wanted by the Kinston Police Department regarding an assault that occurred in the City of Kinston
John Hood: Lawmakers embrace capital idea
North Carolina’s state government has a multi-billion-dollar surplus. Its enormity has multiple causes: past spending discipline, revenue growth from a resurgent economy, and gobs of borrowed federal money. Its enormity also presents North Carolina’s conservative-run legislature with a challenge.
Tuesday Game: Florentino and Acuña Power Wood Ducks to Win Over Carolina
With a 4-2 win on Tuesday against the Carolina Mudcats, the Down East Wood Ducks won their fifth straight game. The pitching staff shut down the Mudcats with seven shutout innings and took a no-hitter to the sixth inning.
Congressman Ted Budd visits Pink Hill on campaign trail
Congressman Ted Budd, representing North Carolina’s 13th District, came to Pink Hill to a campaign reception. Budd is running as a candidate for the US Senate.