The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now, the department's weekly newscast.
Guest speaker Melissa Radcliff to speak at Lenoir Re-Entry Council meeting
The Lenoir Re-Entry Council will hold a meeting at the Kinston Community Center at 2602 Vernon Ave on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 12:00 pm until 1:00 pm. The guest speaker will be Melissa Radcliff, program director at Our Children’s Place of Coastal Horizons Center.
Western Carolina announces Spring 2022 graduates, Dean's list, and Chancellor's list
Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,200 students named to the Spring 2022 Dean's List. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours. Local students named to the Dean's List include:
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County
Event: Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear hosting Job Fair
Event: Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear hosting Job Fair
Jones County 4H announces NCSU Foods Day Camp
Jones County 4H announced on their Facebook page a North Carolina State University Foods Day Camp. This camp is a day trip to Raleigh for ages 13-18. This will take place on August 3rd and will run from 6:15 AM - 6:45 PM, and is only $15 per participant. Kids will learn about foods and food production.
Maheylah Colie: What is Journalism?
Heart racing and blood-pumping excitement, fueled by determination and ambition to get a good story, were how I was introduced to the world of journalism at a young age. My teachers were derived from fictional movies and comics like Louis Lane and April O’Neil, who were the reflection of journalism.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Dan Perry: The direction of the Democrat Party
As a registered “unaffiliated” voter, I’ve tried to be opened minded about my voting priorities. I readily admit that I tend to be on the conservative side on most political issues. The basic reason being that in my opinion it was the conservative, common sense forward thinking of our founding fathers that formed the background for making us the greatest country the world has ever known.
NCDHHS announces limited vaccines available in NC at several local health departments for people exposed to Monkeypox
The federal government has allocated North Carolina 444 doses of Jynneos, a vaccine that can prevent illness or lead to less severe symptoms if given within two weeks after someone is exposed to monkeypox.
Cooking with Tammy: Summertime Grilled Appetizers
It’s summertime and outside grilling and chilling is the way to go! This season has been a scorcher, so you may want to cook and eat light! Enjoy an appetizer and some fresh cooked vegetables or a side salad to keep you cool! Generally choosing an appetizer can be a great diet trick, the portions and plates are smaller and you will eat less. If you are still hungry, order a side salad to help fill your tummy.
Farmers Market update for July 9, 2022
Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday
Governor Cooper Signs 11 Bills into Law
Governor Roy Cooper signed the following bills into law:
Event: Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear hosting Job Fair
Event: Guilford Performance Textiles by Lear hosting Job Fair
Event: Summer Soccer Camp at Barnet Park
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department will be partnering with Greenville United Soccer Club for a soccer camp in Lenoir County.
Update: North Tower Band set to perform Summerfest at CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center
Downtown Kinston Revitalization is gearing up for the next Summerfest concert. On Saturday, July 9, 2022, The North Tower Band will be in downtown Kinston inside the CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center located at 100 N Queen Street, second floor.
LCC ranks seventh in the nation in 2022 Edition of 50 Best Community Colleges in America by SmartAsset
Lenoir Community College has been ranked seventh in the nation in the 2022 Edition of 50 Best Community Colleges in America by SmartAsset.
Rep. Bell Recognized as “Legislative Champion” for Charter Schools
Rep. Bell earned recognition this week as a “Legislative Champion” by the N. C. Coalition for Charter Schools.
Midway Mart and Grill to open in Pink Hill
A new gas station with space for truck drivers has opened in Pink Hill. Midway Mart and Grill, located 15 miles south of Kinston and 14 miles north of Richlands at 8176 Hwy 258 South in Pink Hill, is a food service gas station with types of gas including regular gas, mid grade, and premium. They also have non-ethanol for boats and diesel for tractors.
North Tower Band set to perform at Summerfest
After threatening weather canceled the first Summerfest of 2022, Downtown Kinston Revitalization has announced when the next Summerfest concert will be. On Saturday, July 9, 2022, The North Tower Band will be in downtown Kinston at Pearson Park for Summerfest!