The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Greene Early College graduates receive big scholarships
Greene Early College held their annual award day ceremony where they announced the recipients of four different scholarships. Yahir Ponce, Dorien Sutton, Lorien Stocks, Madia Harris, and Monejah Rouse, together, received a total of $18,000.
Mike Parker: Put ‘memorial’ in this Memorial Day
Most everyone looks at Memorial Day as the culmination of a three-day weekend of fun, barbeques, and downtime. Few people seem to remember the purpose of this day is to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for this nation and the freedoms we enjoy.
Lenoir County line dancers win gold at Neuse River Senior Games
Lenoir County Line Dancers have won Gold at the Neuse River Senior Games six out of the last seven years. While most of the events were in-person, the line dancers submitted a video for their “Bootin Scootin Boogie” dance. They won Best in Show which means they will compete in the fall in the State Games.
Lenoir County Fair Jeep Affair donates to VFW and GI Joes of Kinston
Lenoir County Fairgrounds Jeep Affair posted the following on her Facebook Page: We are proud to announce the Lenoir County Fair Jeep Affair donated $1,000 to VFW of Kinston, NC and $1,000 to GI Joes of Kinston, NC. We truly appreciate our local Veterans
GEC trio earned degrees
Greene Early College classmates and alumni(2019) completed their degrees at Appalachian State University.
Maysville one of nineteen rural communities selected for Capacity Building Program
Nineteen rural communities from across the state have been selected to participate in a unique new program to increase their capacity to plan, implement, and manage economic development programs and opportunities.
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.
MrBeast posts new video to TikTok of a chocolate factory
Jimmy Donaldson, otherwise known as MrBeast, posted an update of his chocolate factory on TikTok.
The deadline to apply for business recovery grants Is Wednesday, June 1
The deadline for businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to apply for Phase 2 of the Business Recovery Grant Program (BRG) is Wednesday, June 1. BRG will issue a one-time payment to eligible North Carolina businesses that suffered an economic loss of at least 20 percent during the pandemic. BRG is funded by the federal American Rescue Plan. The N.C. Department of Revenue is administering the program.
Farmers Market update for May 28, 2022
Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday
LCPS testing guru Corey honored as best in region
Brian Corey, director of testing and accountability for Lenoir County Public Schools, is winner of the 2022 Clyde Davis RAC 5 Testing Coordinator of the Year Award, an honor bestowed by his peers across a 19-county region in southeastern North Carolina.
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission investigates dead fish in Contentnea Creek
“I am aware that there are many reports of dead fish along the banks of the Contentnea Creek in Snow Hill. I have seen them also.” Derek Burress - Greene County Commissioner
NWS: Hazardous traveling conditions today for the start of Memorial Day Weekend
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