Notice for children with disabilities in private/parentally-placed and home schools
KPD: Suspects identity sought in cases of Breaking and Entering
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with helping identify the subject(s) pictured below. The photos are from two different breaking and entering cases involving convenience stores within the last week.
UNC Lenoir Health Care hosts job fair
There is a job fair at UNC Lenoir Health Care. Applicants can go to the job fair until 8:00 pm today, and from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm tomorrow.
Six LCPS students from four high schools chosen for selective NC Governor’s School
Six students representing four LCPS high schools will spend a month this summer at the selective North Carolina Governor’s School, receiving specialized instruction in academic or artistic disciplines they’re passionate about.
Neuse Regional Libraries named finalist for 2022 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service
The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced today that Neuse Regional Libraries is among 30 finalists for the 2022 National Medal for Museum and Library Service.
NWS: Severe weather possible Thursday afternoon and evening
Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening (3-9 PM) ahead of a cold front.
Lions Industries for the Blind, Inc. celebrates 50 years of service
Despite the delays faced last year, Lions Industries for the Blind, Inc. (LIB) celebrated 50 years of service to the community through providing jobs for blind, visually impaired, deaf, and other disabled individuals.
Governor Cooper Proclaims April as North Carolina STEM Education Month
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed April as North Carolina STEM Education Month to show support for the students, leaders and organizations in the science, technology, engineering and math fields across our state.
Southwood Elementary Third Nine Week A Honor Roll and A/B Honor Roll
Southwood Elementary announces Principal’s lLst and Honor Roll
La Grange Elementary School 3rd Nine Weeks Principal’s List & Honor Roll
La Grange Elementary School announces Principal’s List and Honor Roll
Local attorney Chris Rogerson appointed as District Court Judge
Christopher Rogerson will serve as a District Court Judge in District 8, which serves Greene, Lenoir and Wayne counties. He will fill the vacant seat created by the retirement of Judge Charles P. Gaylor, III. Rogerson will be sworn in on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 4:00 pm at the Lenoir County Superior Courtroom.
Help wanted: Kinston-Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce
Kinston-Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is currently accepting applications and resumes for the position of Executive Director.
International flight makes emergency landing at GTP this afternoon
After experiencing some mechanical issues, an international flight (a chartered plane) landed at the Global TransPark in Kinston this afternoon. The flight originated in Antigua and was bound for New York. The flight landed safely at the GTP; there were no injuries on the flight.
NWS Morehead City: Some Severe Thunderstorms Possible Thursday Afternoon/Evening
Showers and some storms are possible tonight, but a better threat for a few severe thunderstorms arrives later Thursday afternoon and into the early evening ahead of a cold front. The best chance for a severe storm will be inland Eastern NC.
With mixed emotions of sadness and joy we share the news that our daddy, Rev. A.G. Smith, Sr. returned home.
Supreme Choice Health Care gives away gas to home care aides
Supreme Choice Health Care gave up to $50 of gas to home care aides. The first 250 cars got up to $50 in free gas when they show their home care badge or have scrubs on.
Angela Barwick September 6, 1946 – April 3, 2022. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home.
John Hood: Let’s Try Building Back Faster
It’s an often-repeated tale, I admit, but I’m going to repeat it, again: the world’s largest low-rise office building, the Pentagon, was built in 16 months. Can you imagine a project even a tenth the size of the Pentagon being constructed that quickly today?
Reece Gardner: Putting things in proper perspective
I want to revisit information I shared with you in a Column four years ago about ways we might keep worry and fear from taking control of our lives. In my many years as a Dale Carnegie instructor, I have heard countless examples of this from. people who have gotten "wrapped up" in worry and anxiety but were able to break free by putting things in proper perspective.
Poultry shows and public sales suspended until further notice due to High Path Avian Influenza
State Veterinarian Mike Martin announced today that all North Carolina poultry shows, and public sales will be suspended due to the threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza.