Over the past few weeks the Kinston Police Department has noticed an increase in violent crime occurring in the city. As a direct response to the uptick, the Kinston Police Department has placed more officers on the street with a primary focus on violent and repeat offenders. This effort combined with a data driven approach has resulted in the following arrest.
Kinston Police Department: Murder case update
On Friday, September 24th, 2021, members of the Kinston Police Department obtained a warrant for arrest for Donte Reynolds, 27, of Kinston for his involvement in the murder and shooting of Micro Croom and Rashad O’Neil. Reynolds was taken into custody by Kinston Police Officers with assistance from the NC SBI. Reynolds was placed in the Lenoir County Jail under no bond.
Macy Sanderson becomes the 2022 Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County
On Saturday, over $9,500 in scholarships and other gifts were given to the Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County Class of 2022. The Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County program is part of a nationwide effort to recognize, reward, and encourage excellence and education among all young people. Four senior girls competed for the scholarships.
UPDATE: Kinston resurfacing requires road closure
Due to an unforeseen change by the railroad, work on Queen Street will not be completed today. The work has been rescheduled for Friday.
Union Bank of Kinston is the Putting Contest Sponsor for LCC's Golf Classic
Union Bank of Kinston is the Putting Contest Sponsor of this year’s 20th annual Lenoir Community College Golf Classic on Thursday, Oct. 7 at the Kinston Country Club. This event has raised more than $600,000 toward student scholarships at LCC since its inception, and Union Bank has been a consistent supporter for the past several years. Nearly 130 golfers played in the tournament last year, and the Foundation is expecting an even better attendance this year.
Letter to the editor: I’m extremely concerned for our country
I’m extremely concerned for our country! I’m concerned about the cataclysmic direction in which our weak, misinformed administration is leading us. In my opinion we are headed straight toward socialism and Marxism -- and that is a proven recipe for a failed society and disaster!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
College speaker offers insider view to Parrott students
Randy Doss, a veteran college admissions officer and speaker at regional and national workshops, addressed 60 freshmen and parents at Parrott Academy on Monday, September 20th. With opening remarks on “what really happens in college admissions,” Doss stressed the importance of starting early in high school to build a solid foundation. He advised students to challenge themselves with rigorous courses and pay attention to what interests and motivates them. “College is a match to be made, not a prize to be won,” he stated.
Help wanted: Jones County Information Technology Systems and Geographic Information System (GIS) Director
Information Technology Systems and Geographic Information System (GIS) Director. Salary Range: $58,862 – $64,973
Mike Parker: flyExclusive increases investment at NCGTP
More good news is coming from the North Carolina Global TransPark. flyExclusive, the fifth-largest private jet charter service in the United States, is constructing a new 24,000 square-foot facility at the GTP. flyExclusive operates a point-to-point private jet service.
Lenoir County Government asking for input from county residents
Mr./Ms. Lenoir County resident, your county government wants to hear from you.
Seriously.
Adam Short, the assistant to the county manager and planning director for Lenoir County government, is asking residents to participate in a short survey that will help shape our county for years to come.
LCC Student Receives Mina Dail Miller Scholarship
Debbie Chused, member of the Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.), presented Lenoir Community College first-year Associate Degree Nursing student Yvonne Mae Dolinta with the Mina Dail Miller Scholarship.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Kinston Native Jake Sutton to open for Nelly at MumFest
Kinston Native Jake Sutton will open for Nelly at the MumFest in Downtown New Bern.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Processing Assistant V
Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Processing Assistant V SALARY RANGE: $25,635 - $38,056
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Child Support Agent II
Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Child Support Agent II - SALARY RANGE: $31,234 - $46,367
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker III - Foster Care
Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker III - Foster Care SPECIAL ENTRY SALARY: $43,056
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse I
Public Health Nurse I: Regular, Full-Time, Position #5110-20-037 - Hiring Salary: $40,982
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Educator I (2 Position vacancies)
Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Educator I (2 Position vacancies) SALARY RANGE: $32,815 - $49,932
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fall is the season for apples!
Even though it still feels more like summer, fall is definitely on the way, and fall means fresh NC apples! We grow a wide variety of delicious apples here in NC and even though we don’t grow too many of these in Eastern NC, you can generally find them at most farmers markets!!