A new, in depth economic impact analysis found North Carolina’s 58 Community Colleges have a $19 billion annual impact on the state’s economy - supporting more than 320,000 jobs or one out of every 19 jobs across the state.
Chris Rogerson sworn in as District Court Judge in District 8
Christopher Rogerson was sworn in as a District Court Judge in District 8, which serves Greene, Lenoir and Wayne counties.
Reentry resource fair by NCWorks Career Center of Lenoir County held at The Gate
NC Works Career Center of Lenoir County was at The Gate to promote a resource fair to target and assist justice-involved individuals and their families to connect with community resources available to assist with their reentry.
Greene County Board of Education honors Jasper Barfield, Jr.
The Greene County Board of Education held a dedication ceremony of the Jasper Barfield, Jr. Boardroom. In attendance were members of the Greene County leadership, Senator Don Davis, and Jasper Barfield, Jr., and members of his family.
Announcement: The Housing Authority of the City of Kinston announces the opening of its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list
Notice to all citizens of Lenoir County: The Housing Authority of the City of Kinston announces the opening of its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list.
KPD: Child dies from injuries, father arrested
On April 12, 2022, shortly after 11:40am, Detectives and Officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to Lenoir Memorial Hospital regarding a reported child abuse.
Op-Ed: Don’t let Washington take money away from North Carolina’s retirement funds
Rarely has there been a more challenging or intimidating climate to grow old and retire in. Inflation, public health crises, and looming geopolitical conflicts remind many pensioners and retirees of the turbulent late 1960s and early 70s.
Earth Day Expo returns to Neuseway Nature Park on Saturday
Neuseway Nature Park will have an event on Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm. The event is supported by the NC Science Festival and Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation.
LCPS Teacher of the Year has a head for math and heart for her ‘honeybuns’
Pauline Lindo, who sees her seventh graders as individuals when it comes to teaching math but who thinks of them all as her “honeybuns” when it comes to encouraging them, is the LCPS Teacher of the Year for 2022-2023.
Bojangles' to give away $1 million in gas cards
We're giving away 1 MILLION DOLLARS in GAS! Let us fuel your family and your car! Come in and purchase either a 12 piece Super Tailgate or 20 piece Jumbo Tailgate and receive a $10 Gas Card as a thank you! This is a Limited Time Offer While Supplies Last.
Reece Garner: Attitude is important
Attitude is more important than education, money, circumstances, failures and successes. It can make or break a company, a church, or a home. . So how happy do you want to be today? YOU DECIDE!
Speed a Little, Lose a Lot Campaign is April 11-17
Famed NASCAR driver Bobby Labonte has a message for all North Carolinians: speeding belongs on the racetrack - not the highway.
John Hood: Voters Can Still Be Persuaded
Some partisans I know insist political allegiances are so rigid that elections have become little more than turnout contests. Whichever party gets its base out wins.
Help wanted: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain - Youth Development Professionals
Plans, organize, promote, & implement a diversified program Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain core program areas.
Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker III - Foster Care Licensing
Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker III - Foster Care Licensing - Special Entry Salary Range: $43,056 - $52,460
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government - Department of Social Services - Foreign Language Interpreter
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government - Department of Social Services - Foreign Language Interpreter - Salary Range: $28,296 - $43,056
Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Center holds Annual Derby Car Race
Students in the Mechanical Engineering and Computer-Integrated Machining Programs recently put their skills to the test by participating in the annual Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Center (AAMC) Derby Car Race at the Center.
Moss Hill returns to Battle of Books winner’s circle in convincing fashion
A team of fourth and fifth graders from Moss Hill Elementary School ran away with the 2022 LCPS Elementary Battle of the Books championship Friday, collecting the school’s second win in the last three contests.
Volunteer fire departments to conduct a training water haul and tanker fill operation
On Tuesday, April 12, all eleven volunteer fire departments will conduct a training water haul and tanker fill operation. The event will be held on Beaman Old Creek Rd. and the hydrant closest to Hwy 91 N will be utilized. Residents may notice some discolored water briefly. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Early College students serve in Youth Legislative Assembly
Five students from Lenoir County Early College High School participated with approximately 170 other North Carolina students in the 50th Anniversary of the NC Youth Legislative Assembly (YLA) that convened Friday in Raleigh.