Greene Early College senior, Dylan Lee, fashioned the true indication of the approaching Fall season, a pumpkin, in his welding class at Greene Early College, LCC campus.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market Update October 9, 2021
Farmers Market Newsletter, Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm, Tuesday and Saturday
Governor Cooper announces $805 million in new funding for early care and learning programs
Governor Roy Cooper visited and toured the Community School for People Under Six in Carrboro where he announced a historic, one-time federal $805 million investment in North Carolina’s early care and learning child care programs.
Kinston Police provide guidance on using Bird Scooters safely and legally
The Kinston Police Department has received several inquiries about the Bird Scooter and we would like to share the information related to the most common questions.
National Weather Service: Potential tropical development this weekend
An area of low pressure off the Southeast coast has the potential to develop into a tropical or subtropical storm over the weekend.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office makes felony arrest in theft case
Michael Shane Strickland was arrested and charged with Felony Larceny and Felony Possession of stolen goods. He was confined in the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Jail under a $15,000.00 secured bond.
LCC Pink Day Wednesday, Oct. 13
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lenoir Community College President Dr. Rusty Hunt declared Oct. 13 Pink Day at the College. The LCC Volleyball Team will take on Pitt Community College at 6 p.m. on the Coach Bobby Dawson Court in the Student Center.
North Lenoir High School wins first in FAFSA Innovation Grant
North Lenoir High School is being recognized for its programs to increase student completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). myFutureNC awarded the school one of its First in FAFSA Innovation Grants. By completing FAFSA, students gain access to more than $150 billion in federal aid. Aid includes grants, scholarships, loans and work-study programs.
Governor Cooper Proclaims October as Disability Employment Awareness Month
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month, stressing the importance of ensuring that people with disabilities have full access to employment and community involvement during the national recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department: Social Worker II, Regular, Full-Time
Lenoir County Health Department: Social Worker II, Regular, Full-Time
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse III: Regular, Full-Time
Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse III: Regular, Full-Time
Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse II: Regular, Full-Time
Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse II: Regular, Full-Time
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse I: Regular, Full-Time
Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse I: Regular, Full-Time
Bobby Royce Davenport, 86, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 at UNC Rex Hospital.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 11 at 3:00 PM at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Paula Jones Garris transitioned from her earthen vessel into her heavenly home on October 4, 2021. A service to honor and remember Paula’s life will be held by the graveside at Fairview Cemetery on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 11 a.m. Friends will be greeted immediately following the service.
Godwin to retire after 20 years of service to Lenoir County
After more than 20 years in service to the citizens of Lenoir County, Margaret “Peg” Walker Godwin has announced her intent to retire. On October 14th from 3-5 pm, the staff of the Lenoir County Center of NC Cooperative Extension, along with the Master Gardeners will be hosting a reception available to the public for Godwin.
Jones County Community Foundation awards $3,000 in local grants
The board of advisors of the Jones County Community Foundation recently announced $3,000 in local grant awards from its community grantmaking fund.
Kinston Police: Attempted murder suspect arrested
On Friday, September 17th, 2021, at approximately 11:45 a.m. Kinston Police Officers conducting proactive patrols located Nigel Wiggins, 24, of Kinston, N.C. walking along the 700 block of Terminal St. in Kinston with a firearm. Officers attempted contact with Wiggins and after a brief foot chase he was arrested and the firearm was recovered. Wiggins was placed in the Lenoir County Jail to await federal prosecution for Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.
Reece Gardner: Three situations we face today
Folks, we all want to be positive in our outlook on life, and indeed there is a lot to be positive about, locally, Statewide, and nationally. But some things have occurred on the national and international scene during the past 9 months that in many ways are puzzling and hard to understand.
Local Girl Scouts work to increase Breast Cancer Awareness
On average, 1 in 8 women in the US will develop breast cancer. It is the second most common cancer affecting women behind skin cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and local Girl Scouts have been doing their part to increase awareness in the community while learning about the importance of the subject at the same time.