Advisors to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today the Pfizer-BioNTech (COMIRNATY) COVID-19 booster shot is safe, effective and recommended for individuals who have been fully vaccinated for at least six months and are:
Destructive vandalism at the Vernon Park Mall
Unknown suspect(s) broke into the Vernon Park Mall sometime between September 10, 2021 in the evening and the morning of September 16, 2021. The mall is located at 834 hardee Road in Kinston.
Sunday Game: White Tosses Seven No-Hit Innings in Woodies Win
Thanks to a three-run first inning, the Down East Wood Ducks took the 5-2 win against the Charleston RiverDogs, Sunday afternoon. Owen White took a no-hitter to the eighth inning and finished with 11 strikeouts to earn the Suddenlink Player of the Game.
Kinston Police:
On Monday, September 20, 2021, at approximately 5:10 am, Kinston Police Officers responded to a call of a person who was shot near the intersection of Pollock Street and W. Washington Avenue, Kinston N.C. Officers arrived on scene and located Rashad O’Neil, 25, and Micro Croom, 59, both of Kinston suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency Medical Personnel arrived and transported O’Neil to Vidant Medical Center and Croom was pronounced deceased
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award from the counselor, Mrs. McLawhorn, or an administrator and are congratulated for their hard work.
Mike Parker: Choir of nurses 'Not Giving Up'
I am not a big fan of America’s Got Talent, but Sandra, my wife, wanted me to watch the finale of this year’s competition. I acquiesced and took my seat to watch. I subscribe to the motto: “Happy wife – happy life.” Some of the acts I enjoyed. Others, I tolerated.
BJ Murphy: LCPS Chairman Bruce Hill Admonishes Parents for Contacting Him
At the September 13th Lenoir County Public Schools board meeting, Chairman Bruce Hill admonished the public on when it’s appropriate to contact a school board member. He cited a chain of command, the need to go straight to the source, and emphasized the school board’s primary goal is to be policymakers. However, Mr. Hill seemingly chastises parents, guardians, and stakeholders for attempting in any type of way to hold school board members accountable. In an eye-opening statement, Mr. Hill says about the school board, “[we] aren’t as versed in education” and “we as board members we don’t know what goes on at the schools.”
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Illuminated: For Downtown Kinston by Downtown Kinston
Downtown Kinston Revitalization is taking pre-orders for ‘Illuminated’, a coffee table book with images taken by Dr. Laddie Crisp Jr. a physician in Kinston. Local photographer Brandon Potter worked with Downtown Kinston Revitalization to create what he hopes to be the must-have item for the holidays. (Note: inside this story is a link to purchase the book.)
Help Wanted: Lenoir County Landfill/Solid Waste - Scale House Operator: Permanent
LENOIR COUNTY LANDFILL/SOLID WASTE PERMANENT/FULL-TIME POSITION
Salary Range $25,635 - $38,056.
AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA: Sección 5311 (ADTAP), 5310, 5339, 5307 y fondos estatales correspondientes, o una combinación de los mismos
Este aviso es para informar al público sobre la junta pública que se llevará a cabo acerca de la aplicación de propuesta por el programa de transporte para la comunidad del Condado de Lenoir que será sometida al Departamento de Transportación de Carolina del Norte no más tarde del 8 de octubre del 2021. La junta pública se llevará a cabo el 20 de septiembre de 2021 a las 4:00 ante la Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Lenoir.
Public Notice: Section 5311 (ADTAP), 5310, 5339, 5307 and applicable State funding, or combination thereof
This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 8, 2021. The public hearing will be held on September 20, 2021 at 4:00 PM before the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government Emergency Management Emergency Services Director
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government Emergency Management Emergency Services Director. SALARY RANGE: $68,832 - $102,182
Friday Game: Eighth Inning Rally Lifts Wood Ducks Past Charleston
After a late two-out rally, the Down East Wood Ducks emerged with a 4-2 win against the Charleston RiverDogs. With a two-run double in the eighth inning, Thomas Saggese earns the Suddenlink Player of the Game.
Tammy Kelly: Fresh flounder – catch and cook them while you can
The N. C. Division of Marine Fisheries has adjusted the recreational and commercial seasons for 2021 to ensure a sustainable fishery. The recreational flounder season will open September 1 and close September 14 in internal and ocean waters of North Carolina. So, like I said catch and cook them while you can!!
Farmers Market Update for September 18, 2021
Farmers Market Hours: Saturday 8am-2pm and Tuesday 8am-2pm
Public Notice: Section 5311 (ADTAP), 5310, 5339, 5307 and applicable State funding, or combination thereof
This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 8, 2021. The public hearing will be held on September 20, 2021 at 4:00 PM before the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners.
AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA: Sección 5311 (ADTAP), 5310, 5339, 5307 y fondos estatales correspondientes, o una combinación de los mismos.
Este aviso es para informar al público sobre la junta pública que se llevará a cabo acerca de la aplicación de propuesta por el programa de transporte para la comunidad del Condado de Lenoir que será sometida al Departamento de Transportación de Carolina del Norte no más tarde del 8 de octubre del 2021. La junta pública se llevará a cabo el 20 de septiembre de 2021 a las 4:00 ante la Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Lenoir.
Lenoir County SPCA hosts Rabies Clinic
Don’t forget or miss out, Friday and Saturday we will be having a Rabies Clinic for the public. $8.00 a shot, cash only, and driver’s license required. You don’t have to be a Lenoir County resident. Rabies Vaccines will be available for dogs, cats, and ferrets.