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Judge Beth Heath presented with Community Health Hero Award
Judge Beth Heath thought she was being interviewed by Neuse News but was presented with the Community Health Hero Award instead. The Lenoir County Alliance for a Healthy Community recognized Heath for her dedication to Drug Court.
Letter to the Editor: Saturday Oct. 30th Fall Drive-In movie by Rotaract of Lenoir County
Come and join us in watching BEETLEJUICE on the big screen this Saturday! Link to register included in this letter.
Help wanted: Water Bottling Technician at The Adams School of Dentistry
The Adams School of Dentistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is looking to hire a Water Bottling Technician to work in Kinston, NC. The salary range is $35,100 - $42,900, with benefits
UNC Lenoir Health Care institutes vaccine mandate for employees October 29, 2021
UNC Lenoir Health Care announced Friday, October 29 a mandate to require the Covid-19 vaccine for all employees, affiliated providers, students, volunteers, and vendors.
Dontario Hardy, Candidate for Mayor
Mayor Dontario Hardy is running for reelection in the 2021 municipal election. He sat down with Pastor Jason McKnight and Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy for interviews to discuss why he was running for re-election.
Teachers win 79 grants in Tri-County, statewide Bright Ideas competition
Lenoir County Public Schools’ teachers won more than half of the 99 Bright Ideas grants awarded by Tri-County EMC on Monday night – a haul worth $45,762 – and five LCPS schools picked up an additional $500 each for having the most grant winners.
GEC students spotlighted
Each month the Greene County Board of Education recognizes students from the different county schools with student spotlight. During the October Board meeting, five Greene Early College students were recognized for leadership, citizenship, academic achievements, and innovative initiatives. Shown in the photo are (left) Superintendent Dr. Patrick Miller and (right) Principal Dr. Rodney McNeill. Students are left to right: Lorien Stocks, Cara Walker, Madia Harris, and Jesse Valdez. Not pictured is Colin Corbitt.
Help wanted: Research Study Coordinator at The Adams School of Dentistry
The Adams School of Dentistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is looking to hire a motivated and enthusiastic Research Study Coordinator to work in Lenoir County, NC. The salary range is $48,000 to $53,500, with benefits.
Help wanted: City of Kinston - Sanitation Equipment Operator CDL Required
City of Kinston - Sanitation Equipment Operator CDL Required
Obituary: William "Bill" Alexander Ritch
William "Bill" Alexander Ritch, 62, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021. A private memorial service for close friends and family will be held at 1pm Friday, October 29,2021 at Westminster United Methodist Church,1001 Westminster Lane, Kinston, NC 28501.
Pastor Dennis Ledford went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 26, 2021. The funeral service will be held on October 30, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at Howard-Carter Funeral Home, with visitation following the funeral service.
NWS: Severe weather possible late tonight into Friday morning
Severe thunderstorms are possible late tonight into Friday morning. Damaging wind gusts, a few tornadoes, and locally heavy rainfall are possible
Felicia Solomon, Candidate for Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem Felicia Solomon was recently interviewed by Pastor Jason McKnight and Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy for the city of Kinston’s mayoral campaign. Solomon is a Kinston native who has served the community for over 20 years.
Letter to the Editor: Saying Good-bye to an American hero
I long admired General Powell. After his death, I learned we had more in common. General Colin Powell was someone I deeply admired for his service to our country and especially our children.
John Hood: Polls should be scaring Democrats
If you were reading this column a year from today, just days before the 2022 midterm elections, I’d tell you that North Carolina Democrats were about to experience a catastrophe.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Social Worker II, Regular, Full-Time
Lenoir County Health Department - Social Worker II, Regular, Full-Time. Salary Range: $31,234 - $47,526; Hiring Salary: $39,982
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Environmental Health Specialist - Regular; Full-time (2 positions)
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Environmental Health Specialist - Regular; Full-time. Salary Range: $36,222 - $55,116
NWS: Severe Weather Possible Thursday Night and Friday Morning
A complex low pressure system will impact the area Thursday and Friday, bringing the potential for several hazards. Severe thunderstorms are possible Thursday night into Friday morning.
Jeffery Warren, Candidate for Mayor of Kinston
CEO of Jeff’s General Construction, Jeffery Warren is a mayoral candidate for the City of Kinston. Warren is married to his wife of 29 years, Sharon Warren. Recently, Warren sat down with Pastor Jason McKnight and Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy for interviews about his campaign.