LeRoy Oglethorpe Batts, III of Snow Hill, NC passed away on February 14, 2022, after a period of declining health.
Delta Kappa Gamma Buzzing Bee Beginning Teacher Awards for January
Lenoir County’s Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma recently recognized outstanding beginning teachers in their third year of teaching for the month of January.
Kinston Police are looking for larceny suspect
The Kinston Police Department Criminal Investigations Division released a WANTED post on their Facebook page. Robert Moss Jr., is a 39-year-old white male, height is 6’0", and he weighs 226 lbs. He has brown hair and blue eyes. He is wanted for Larceny.
Reece Gardner: The most important possession we all have is LOVE
As you know, Valentine's Day is being celebrated this week - February 14 - all across the U.S. and in other places around the world. Most of us look on this Day as an opportunity to express our love for those who mean so much to us throughout the year.
Dr. Greg Murphy: Fentanyl is killing more young Americans than COVID-19
For two years, our nation has been combating the COVID-19 pandemic, which has tragically claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands of Americans. Families across eastern North Carolina have adapted their daily routines to combat this public health crisis, which has overwhelmingly targeted seniors and those with preexisting conditions and comorbidities. There is, however, another devastating reality that has failed to make headlines: Fentanyl is killing more young Americans than COVID-19.
All-Way Stop coming to Lenoir County, HC Turner Road and Old Pink Hill Road
The intersection of HC Turner Road and Old Pink Road will be converted into an all-way stop tomorrow. Crews are expected to be finished with the work by the afternoon, weather permitting.
Obituary: Johnnie Donald Gladson, Jr
Johnnie Donald Gladson, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday.
BBQ Fest and WRNS announce kick-off concert headliner, Niko Moon
Niko Moon is a country singer signed to Sony Music Nashville/RCA Nashville. Moon’s hits include “Good Time” which has more than 46,000,000 impressions online and all his songs can be heard on WRNS, including “No Sad Songs” and “Paradise to Me”. Moon has also written songs for Dierks Bentley, Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts, and Morgan Wallen.
Suspect turned himself in for Lenoir County Sheriff charges from fatal fire
On February 11, 2022, William Jeremiah Howell turned himself into authorities at the Greene County Sheriff's Office.
Lenoir County Sheriff joint drug investigation leads to federal prison sentences
The Lenoir County Sheriff's Narcotics Investigations Division was given a mission many years ago by Sheriff Ronnie Ingram to not only arrest dealers and users, but to identify the bigger suppliers and bring them to justice in the federal system with the large amounts of drugs they were moving.
Lenoir County man wins $1 million playing Powerball
Matthew Muston of Kinston took a chance on a Powerball ticket in Wednesday’s drawing and won a $1 million prize.
The Secret Valentine Day tradition continues at GEC
A tradition begun in 2018 by five GEC students continues to create excitement on this special say. The secret group have officially rebranded themselves this year as PVT: Project Valen Tine. Completely student-driven and executed by students and working undercover, a specially crafted Valentine card is received by each student and staff member.
Margaret Williams joins list of celebrity dealers for LCC Casino Night
The Lenoir Community College Foundation is happy to welcome Vice President Market Executive of Union Bank, Margaret Williams, as a Casino Night Celebrity Dealer this year.
Help wanted: City of Kinston Firefighter
Help wanted: City of Kinston Firefighter. $28,441.38 - $39,800.42 Annually
Help wanted: Jones County Manager
Jones County seeks an innovative professional to join its team as County Manager. This position is appointed by the Board of Commissioners and works collaboratively with the Board to facilitate its vision and goals for the community.
Greene County votes to move mask optional effective February 15, 2022
Greene County Board of Education met this morning to discuss Covid-19 protocols. They voted to move mask optional for students and staff effective February 15, 2022.
Parrott Academy begins on campus mask-optional policy
In a recent email to parents, Arendell Parrott Academy announced plans to make adjustments to COVID-19 policies effective Monday, February 14, 2022. Those plans include mask-optional for students, staff, visitors, and sporting events, and continuing to require masks on buses and vans in compliance with federal law.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker III - Adult Services
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker III - Adult Service
Help wanted: Lenoir County Emergency Services: Quality Assurance Officer
Help wanted: Lenoir County Emergency Services: Quality Assurance Officer. Salary Range: $38,056 - $57,906
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State: