Congratulations to the 17 educators chosen as their school's Teacher of the Year. We got them together Thursday for a group photograph and will honor them formally at the district's Employee Recognition Banquet in April.
Help wanted: Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear - Multiple positions
Help wanted: Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear - Multiple positions
Reece Gardner: That's love
I want to talk today about the importance of sharing time with others, but first I want to comment about what is happening in Ukraine and Formosa and how lives are being torn apart every day
La Grange Town Council member, former Fire Chief, passes away
La Grange Fire Department announced on their social media page they lost a fine man and friend in David Holmes. Holmes was a retired La Grange Fire Chief, an active La Grange Captain and an active La Grange Town Council member.
KPD makes arrest in 2015 murder case
On Tuesday, March 1, 2022, members of the Kinston Police Department along with the U.S. Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force arrested Marquis Jaquan Bizzell, 28, of Kinston N.C. for 1st Degree Murder for his involvement in the 2015 murder of Timothy Nobles. Bizzell has been jailed without bond.
Obituary: Joyce Ellen Gaylor Frederick
Joyce Ellen Gaylor Frederick, loving mother, beloved sister and aunt, dedicated nurse and loyal friend died Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Spring Arbor of Kinston. A memorial service will held on Saturday, March 5 at 11 AM, at Gordon Street Christian Church, officiated by Rev. Doug Stokes. The family will receive friends following the service at a reception in the church fellowship hall.
NCGTPEDR partners with Infinitylink Communications
North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region (NCGTPEDR) announced a partnership with Infinity Communications after receiving a 29.9 million grant to expand broadband in Lenoir County.
Dr. Patrick Miller announces retirement from Greene County Schools
At the February 28 meeting of the Greene County Board of Education, Dr. Patrick C. Miller, superintendent of Greene County Schools, announced his retirement effective June 30, 2022. Dr. Miller has served Greene County as superintendent since 2008 and has been an employee of Greene County Schools for 29 years, beginning as the choral director at Greene Central High School in 1993.
Updated 2022 Election candidate list for Jones County
Candidate filing for the 2022 statewide primary and rescheduled municipal elections resumed at 8 a.m. Thursday, February 24, and will run through noon March 4, 2022. List is updated as of February 28, 2022 at 11:00 am.
Updated 2022 Election candidate list for Lenoir County
Candidate filing for the 2022 statewide primary and rescheduled municipal elections resumed at 8 a.m. Thursday, February 24, and will run through noon March 4, 2022. List is updated as of February 28, 2022 at 11:00 am.
Updated 2022 Election candidate list for Greene County
Candidate filing for the 2022 statewide primary and rescheduled municipal elections resumed at 8 a.m. Thursday, February 24, and will run through noon March 4, 2022. List is updated as of February 28, 2022 at 11:00 am.
Jackie Rogers officially filed for Lenoir County Sheriff
Jackie Rogers filed to be a candidate for Lenoir County Sheriff on February 24, 2022.
Help wanted: Chief of Police, Town of Snow Hill
Help wanted: Chief of Police, Town of Snow Hill.
McNairys Donate $1 Million to LCC - Library renamed the Leigh and John McNairy Library
Leigh and John McNairy have always been champions of education and have supported Lenoir Community College since its early beginning. Most recently, the McNairys have donated $1 million to the LCC Foundation in support of students’ education for generations to come.
Obituary: Danny William Moye
Danny William Moye, 70, passed away Thursday afternoon at UNC Lenoir surrounded by the love of his family. A celebration of life will take place on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 6 pm in the chapel of Rouse Funeral Home with the Rev Dr Randy Spaugh officiating. Visitation will follow the service. A private graveside will be held with the family at a later date.
Rachel C. Turner announces candidacy for Lenoir County Clerk of Court
Rachel C. Turner has announced her candidacy for election for Lenoir County Clerk of Court. Turner was born and raised in Kinston and began working at the Lenoir County Clerk of Court's office in 2011 as a Deputy Clerk in the criminal division. In the 2022 Election, Turner will be running her campaign as an Independent Candidate and will need to gather approximately 1500 signatures to be placed on the November 8th ballot.
Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant is celebrating 43 years
The 2022 Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant sponsored by Hugo Fire and Rescue will be held March 5th, 2022 at Kinston Lenoir County Performing Arts Center beginning at 7:00 p.m. Doors will open at 6 and Program will begin at 7. Tickets may be purchased from any contestant.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Mike Parker: Friday Preview and Free Saturday kick-off Phase III exhibits
On March 11, the CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center will unveil the final phase of permanent exhibits. Entitled "The Civil War in Eastern North Carolina," these Phase III exhibits will showcase a variety of aspects of the Civil War, including causes, military engagements and personalities, and the involvement of women and African Americans during the conflict.
Help wanted: Chief of Police, Town of Snow Hill
Help wanted: Chief of Police, Town of Snow Hill.