The Got to Be NC Festival marks its eagerly awaited return to the fairgrounds May 20-22 following a two-year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Antique tractors, a barbecue buffet fundraiser on May 21, North Carolina food products, rides, games, livestock, kids’ activities, music and entertainment will welcome guests back.
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about several exciting activities taking place in Kinston and Lenoir County. Shortly after that column appeared, I learned of a call for auditions that could help residents end up on “The Road to New York.”
East Carolina University (ECU) and Greene Central High School (GCHS) have partnered to provide opportunities for students currently pursuing a career in the electrical field. Interviews for an internship with ECU were held at GCHS.
The Arts & Sciences Laptop Scholarship Committee awards a laptop each year to a deserving student who has been nominated by the department for their scholastic achievement and accomplishments during their time at LCC.
For more than three decades, Parrott Academy first graders have honored their moms with a special Mother’s Day Tea.
Mark your calendars!! Brock Mill Pond Family Movie Night, Friday, May 13th, 7:30pm! Provided by Neuse Regional Libraries, Maysville Rotary Club, Jones County Recreation, and Friends of the Brock Mill Pond. Snacks, Games, and of course the Movie "Moana" will be feature
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended. The Project describes the special education programs that Lenoir County Public Schools proposes for Federal funding for the 2022-2023 School Year. Interested persons are encouraged to review amendments to the Project and make comments concerning the implementation of special education under this Federal Program.
The 41st annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse announced the 2022 winners of the BBQ Fest on the Neuse / Wil King Hog Happenin’ on a fun filled weekend with thousands walking the streets of downtown Kinston.
At the annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse, thousands of people strolled the streets of downtown Kinston lined with almost two hundred vendors from all over. After a night storm interrupted the festivities, throngs of people returned for their first taste of the staple eastern North Carolina is known for, BBQ. As is tradition with the BBQ Fest on the Neuse, Kinston Mayor Dontario Hardy gave ceremonial keys to the city to worthy recipients on the Herritage Street stage. The recipients were: Robert L. Brown, Jan Parson, Anna Bell Car, and Joe Hargitt.
Every dollar we raise in this auction will help the American Cancer Society provide more HOPE to patients facing cancer. Let's "Unmask The Cure" together. No one fights cancer alone! 100% money raised from this auction goes to American Cancer Society.
Treat your Mom’s to a delicious morning treat for the whole family! Most of this menu can be done ahead and many of the main ingredients can be found locally grown!
It was a night of cheers and tears of joy as more than 300 graduates walked the stage at Lenoir Community College to receives degrees in the College’s Sixtieth Annual Commencement in the Student Center.
Union Bank of Kinston is the Putting Contest Sponsor of this year’s Lenoir Community College Golf Classic on Thursday, May 12, at the Kinston Country Club.
The Kinston Police Department was called to a shooting at 1:33 pm on the 600 block of E. Highland Ave. Officers arrived to find two victims who were pronounced dead at the scene by Lenoir County EMS. Officers are actively investigating at this time.
We continue to monitor the potential for severe weather today, with a first round of thunderstorms possible beginning early this afternoon, then another round later this evening and overnight.
Massey Toyota is the Hole-In-One sponsor of this year’s Lenoir Community College Golf Classic on Thursday, May 12, at the Kinston Country Club.
Graduating from Lenoir Community College was definitely a family affair when April Casey of Kinston, her two daughters, and her nephew walked across the stage for the High School Equivalency Certificate during the Transitional and Career Studies Graduation Wednesday in the Briley Auditorium.
House Auction by South Lenoir High School Carpentry Program on Saturday, May 21 at 9:00 am. The house can be viewed by appointment at South Lenoir High School, 3355 Old Hwy. 11, Deep Run. Contact Mr. Frank Emory at 252-568-6161 or cell 252-560-3025.
Forty-four seniors who amassed more than $1 million in scholarship money and earned a trove of academic honors during a high school career fractured by hurricanes, floods and the coronavirus pandemic received well-deserved praise for keeping their eye on the prize they were awarded Wednesday night at commencement exercises for Lenoir County Early College High School.
