MasterBrand donated cabinets to Habitat for Humanity for a house in Lenoir County to be installed this week.
Greene County Schools announce Teacher of the Year for 2022-2023
The Greene County School System announced that Allie Gray has been selected as the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year for Greene County Schools. Mrs. Gray is a fifth-grade teacher at Greene County Intermediate School.
NOAA predicts above-normal 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season
NOAA’s outlook for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season, which extends from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 65% chance of an above-normal season, a 25% chance of a near-normal season and a 10% chance of a below-normal season.
“God is great” LCSO Maj. Ryan Dawson credits medical miracle to his Christian faith
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office Major Ryan Dawson, who also serves as a volunteer firefighter with North Lenoir Fire & Rescue, responded to a fire call on April 29, 2022. While on the call, he experienced internal bleeding that medical professionals could not stop and he spent the next 23 days in and out of hospitals including Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington and ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville.
Jif peanut butter recalled nationwide; NCDHHS urges consumers to check labels
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is advising people to not eat or serve certain Jif brand peanut butter products that are being recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Local church spreads message of positivity to Lenoir County Public Schools during EOG testing
With End of Grade testing taking place, volunteers of Kinston First Pentecostal Holiness Church visited Lenoir County Schools to spread words of inspiration with signs carrying positive messages. “It is a blessing for us at Kinston First Pentecostal Holiness Church to encourage a few of the students and faculty at a couple of our Lenoir County Schools,” said Pastor Rogers.
NWS: Another round of heavy rain, severe weather possible today
Another round of showers and thunderstorms are expected to begin today and into the afternoon. A few storms could become severe, with the main threats being heavy rainfall and gusty winds.
Perry introduces Senate Bill to allow recall of members of Lenoir County Board of Education
On Monday, NC Senator Jim Perry (R-Lenoir, Wayne) introduced Senate Bill 767 to allow the recall of the Lenoir County Board of Education members. Prior to the introduction of the bill, Perry sent communication of his intent to the Lenoir County School Board and the Lenoir County Commissioners.
“What I'm not going to do is ignore the parents of our community when a significant number of them have reached out and expressed concern about their feelings of when their thoughts and concerns were dismissed and they had no system to address their grievances,” said Perry. “They felt ignored like they were not heard.”
Xi Beta Upsilon makes donations to Kinston nonprofits
Xi Beta Upsilon is one of the two Kinston chapters of Beta Sigma Phi. In 2021-2022, XBU made donations to Dementia Alliance, Homeless Shelter, Hope Restorations, and Department of Social Services — all in Kinston. On the national level, XBU donated to disaster relief, Burn Center, and the military.
Click It or Ticket Campaign Statewide Enforcement Campaign Kicks Off Today
Fasten your seatbelts - summer’s heating up, and so is the statewide Memorial Day Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign, which kicked off Monday, May 23.
Greene Central alumnus named Coach of the Year
The American Athletic Conference has announced the Coach of the Year for 2022. The honor went to Cliff Godwin of East Carolina University.
Obituary - Christine Sutton Gray
Christine Sutton Gray completed her earthly journey on Saturday, May 21, 2022. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at 11 am at Pinelawn Cemetery with Pastor Allen Ham officiating. A time of visitation will follow the service.
Reggie Bullock to donate $100,000 to Kinston Teens
The Dallas Mavericks congratulated Reggie Bullock for receiving the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award on their Twitter page. According to the post, Bullock will receive a $100,000 donation that he has chosen to give to Kinston Teens.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Public Health - Public Health Nurse II
Help wanted: Lenoir County Public Health - Public Health Nurse II. Special Entry Salary Range: $44,133 - $60,838
Help wanted: Lenoir County Social Services - Office Assitant
Help wanted: Lenoir County Social Services - Office Assistant. Salary Range: $25,635 - $38,056
NWS: Periods of heavy rain today and tonight
A front pushing into the area combined with moisture lifting out of the Gulf of Mexico is expected to bring periods of heavy rain across parts of ENC this afternoon and evening.
Mike Parker: ‘Pomp and Circumstance’ signals a new beginning
During the COVID years, I experienced palpable disappointment. My grandson Jaxen graduated from Clayton High School – but Sandra and I could not attend. Granddaughter Courtney received her Associate of Nursing Degree from Pitt Community College – but we could not attend. Granddaughter Haley received her Associate of Arts degree from Pitt before transferring to East Carolina – but we could not attend.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County Education Foundation, Inc. Superball Tournament returns
The Lenoir County Education Foundation, Inc. Annual Superball Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at the Kinston Country Club. Lunch starts at 11:30 and tee off at 12:30pm.
Public Notice: Jones County Public Schools - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Public Notice: Jones County Public Schools - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act