Hazardous traveling conditions today for the start of Memorial Day Weekend We can expect multiple rounds of scattered to numerous thunderstorms, some strong to severe, across much of eastern North Carolina beginning mid-morning through late tonight.
NWS: Severe Weather Threat Today and Tonight
The risk of large hail appears lower. Additionally, the timing of strong to potentially severe thunderstorms now appears to stretch from mid-morning through tonight, with a couple of rounds of thunderstorms forecast.
Friends of the Library - I love my library raffle
Ramon Jones (far right), president of the Friends of the Library, is shown presenting the winning check to Penny Dawson from the recent Friends of the Library "I Love My Library" Raffle.
Take simple steps to practice water safety and protect against drowning and stay healthy health officials say
As North Carolinians start their summer voyages to beaches, lakes, rivers and pools this holiday weekend, officials at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offer suggestions to maximize the health benefits of swimming and other water-based activities while minimizing the risk of illness, injury and death. Everyone can play a role in preventing illnesses and injuries when they swim, play and relax in the water — this summer and year-round.
Kinston High principal completes program for ‘distinguished’ leaders
Kellan Bryant, principal of Kinston High School, recently completed a year-long program designed to build leadership skills and produce “distinguished” school leaders.
Announcement: $500.00 scholarship opportunity
Calling all Lenoir County High School Seniors: Heading to college or the workforce? Here's an opportunity to share with the community how you can help Lenoir County through service.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker Supervisor III - Child Protective Services
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker Supervisor III - Child Protective Services. Special Entry Salary Range: $49,933 - $63,918
No shots fired at disturbance at McDonalds in Kinston
There was a disturbance at the McDonalds located at 4194 W Vernon Avenue in Kinston that brought out members of the Kinston Police Department as seen in the video below. Council member Chris Suggs posted the following on Facebook: “There were NO SHOTS fired at the McDonalds on West Vernon. Very heated situation with guns being brandished and dangerously handled, but NO shots fired.”
Booker T. Wiggins, Sr. Day in the City of Kinston, NC
Saturday, June 4, 2022, will be Booker T. Wiggins, Sr. Day in the City of Kinston, NC. This celebration of his 90th birthday and contributions to the Kinston community and surrounding areas includes a car parade, open to the community, on June 4th at 1:00 pm. On Sunday, June 5, 2022, at St. Paul United Holy Church on Tower Hill Road, immediately following the 11:00 am service, there will be a celebration dinner. Community members are invited to join the car parade which will be led by the Kinston Fire and Police Departments.
NWS: Severe weather threat Friday afternoon and evening
NWS: Severe weather threat Friday afternoon and evening
Jones County teachers receive Going Local Grant from Farm Bureau
Our Going Local Grant aims to provide North Carolina students with valuable, real-world experiences and education directly related to North Carolina agriculture. These educators will be implementing agricultural projects in schools and classroom across the state!
MasterBrand donates cabinets for house built in Lenoir County by Habitat for Humanity
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.