Help wanted: Lenoir County Government Emergency Management Emergency Services Director. SALARY RANGE: $68,832 - $102,182
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government Health Department Social Work Supervisor II
Lenoir County Government Health Department Social Work Supervisor II. SALARY RANGE: $36,222 - $55,116
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Office Assistant - Human Resources (Part-time)
The Office Assistant - Human Resources is responsible for performing various HR tasks as it relates to the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department.
Farmers Market Update for August 21, 2021
Farmer’s Market Hours, Tuesday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, Saturday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Lenoir County road closing for bridge construction
A section of Hardy Bridge Road in Lenoir County will be closed for two years while crews replace a pair of bridges
Lenoir County road to temporarily close for pipe replacement
A road south of Kinston is scheduled to close for a pipe replacement project. Beginning Monday at 8 a.m., Parker Fork Road near Lightwood Knot Road will be closed to traffic to allow N.C. Department of Transportation crews to replace a bridge-sized pipe. The roadway is expected to reopen by Sept. 3 at 5 p.m.
Ross Pipkin, 77, of Marion, NC and formerly of Kinston died August 18th at the VA Hospital in Asheville, NC. Ross leaves behind a loving family and close friends. Surviving is his son, Ross Sikora of Asheville, NC and siblings, Penny Craven (the late Michael Craven) of Kinston, Joe (Cora Mae) of Trenton, Wendy Efird (Ronnie) of Norwood, NC, his very close friends, Debra Rector and daughter Danielle of Marion, NC, Nancy Mills of Mint Hill, NC and many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by many.
Thursday Game: Bats Explode For Down East in 11-Run Win
The Down East Wood Ducks continued their winning ways on the road with a 14-3 win over the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, Thursday night. Daniel Mateo and Thomas Saggese led the way for the Wood Ducks, combining for nine hits in 11 at-bats with four RBI.
Senator Perry chosen as budget negotiator
The North Carolina General Assembly has completed another phase of the multi-step budget process for the 2021 - 2022 biennium. The NC Senate and NC House have both offered budget options for the next biennium.
Local Teachers participate in Inaugural Rural Teachers Leaders Network
Just a couple of weeks ago, local teachers were chosen to be part of the inaugural class of the Rural Teachers Leaders Network.
Lenoir County announces upcoming retirement of Emergency Services Director Jerri King
A leader who has spent more than 30 years in service to Lenoir County has announced her decision to step down from her position until her retirement takes place in January.
Down East Wood Ducks Homestand Highlights: August 24 – Sept. 5
The Down East Wood Ducks return home after a six-game road trip to host the Fayetteville Woodpeckers and Kannapolis Cannon Ballers for a 12-game homestand.
Wednesday Game: Matthews Strikes Out Nine in Woodies Win
Thanks to an Alejandro Osuna three-run home run, the Down East Wood Ducks took the 4-3 win against the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, Wednesday night. This marks the 31st road victory for the Wood Ducks this season.
LCC Summer President's and Dean's lists
LCC Summer President's and Dean's lists for Summer semester 2021
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!
Governor Cooper provides update on State’s pandemic trends, encourages vaccination
Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. provided an update on the state’s COVID-19 key metrics and trends. A representative from Live Nation Entertainment, Jeannine Beson, joined to share information on the company’s updated vaccination policies for concerts in North Carolina and their mission for keeping concert-goers safe. Additionally, the winners of the of the state’s final Your Shot at A Million Summer Cash Drawing and Summer Cash 4 College drawing winners were announced.
Lenoir County route being repaved
Drivers will encounter periodic delays and lane closures in Kinston while North Queen Street is milled and resurfaced with new asphalt.
Tuesday Game: Errors and Walks Fuel Wood Ducks Win Against Kannapolis
For the second time this season, the Down East Wood Ducks plated multiple runs without recording a hit in a 5-1 win against the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, Tuesday night. The Woodies plated their first three runs thanks to two defensive errors and four walks.
Greene County Schools Opens the 2021-22 School Year
On Monday, August 16, Greene County Schools opened their 2021-22 school year with its annual opening gathering at Greene Central High School. The annual opening of the school year always begins with the introduction of new staff from each school.
Lenoir County Government Department of Social Services - Income Maintenance Caseworker II (6 Positions)
Lenoir County Government Department of Social Services - Income Maintenance Caseworker II (6 Positions) SALARY RANGE: $29,729 - $43,056