Sweet, colorful and versatile, beets are experiencing a definite comeback, appearing in salads in other dished on restaurant menus everywhere! Beets, whether roasted or boiled, pickled or puréed, add a distinctively sugary shock of color to any meal.
The Board of Education of Lenoir County invites bid proposals for the replacement of the Fire Alarm panel(s) at South Lenoir High School and Southwood Elementary School. All proposals must be received via email or printed delivery on or before 10:00 a.m. on August 26, 2022.
The United States Golf Association (USGA) and the World Golf Hall of Fame announced that the World Golf Hall of Fame will be moved to Pinehurst, North Carolina. Governor Roy Cooper joined the announcement today, where the two organizations detailed the new visitor experience at the USGA’s Golf House Pinehurst campus set to open in 2024. The Hall of Fame will relocate its physical collection from Florida to North Carolina.
Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing produced four big wins in North Carolina including one prize of $10,000, two $30,000 prizes, and a fourth prize of $1 million.
The Board of Education of Lenoir County invites bid proposals for the replacement of the Fire Alarm panel(s) at South Lenoir High School and Southwood Elementary School. All proposals must be received via email or printed delivery on or before 10:00 a.m. on August 26, 2022.
Senator Jim Perry, Majority Whip of the North Carolina Senate, has been appointed to serve on the Subcommittee on Hurricane Response and Recovery by Senate President Pro Tempore, Phil Berger.
The summer months are a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy all the beauty North Carolina has to offer. But summer is also the start of hurricane season, which begins in June and continues through November.
July 19, 2022, Electrolux hosted a donation event in partnership with United Way to distribute $100,000 worth of air conditioning (AC) units to the community.
The Gate of Lenoir County is hosting a free concert with gospel rap artist Capello on July 23, 2022. Family activities at Pearson Park begin at 3:00 pm with the concert starts at 6:00 pm. The Gate is a faith-based community center that empowers youth to take ownership of their decisions.
The Board of Education of Lenoir County invites bid proposals for the replacement of the Fire Alarm panel(s) at South Lenoir High School and Southwood Elementary School. All proposals must be received via email or printed delivery on or before 10:00 a.m. on August 26, 2022.
The NC Wildlife Federation has announced the winners of its 58th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards. Honorees for 2022 include agency professionals, elected officials, volunteers and organizations committed to North Carolina’s wildlife, habitat and natural resources.
On Tuesday night’s city council meeting, the council selected Rhonda Barwick as its new City Manager. Barwick has worked with the city of Kinston for 28 years.
Kids On Stage will perform Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. from July 22, 2022, through July 24, 2022, at the Greene County Wellness Center. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or at www.gckidsonstage.org doors will open 45 minutes before the show.
I don't usually reflect on the Past but sometimes it's good to look back. Today I want to reflect, not only on the past but also on the present and the future, and on the sanctity and wondrousness of life.
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is seeking public comment on a draft air quality permit for the Carolina Poultry Power RG3, LLC facility in La Grange. Public comment will be accepted until Aug. 17, 2022.
The Annual Plan of the Housing Authority of the City of Kinston North Carolina is available for review for 45 days beginning August 1, 2022 at the Central Office of the Authority located at 608 North Queen Street, Kinston, North Carolina and all Public Housing Manager’s Offices.
On 07/18/2022 at 1:30am Officer Harper observed a vehicle in the area of Greenridge Road committing a traffic violation. Harper followed the vehicle, noticed suspicious activity and initiated a traffic stop. During the investigation, Harper developed probable cause to search the vehicle and detained the driver.
Bobby Coombs, 86, also known as “Blue Nose” of Kinston passed away peacefully on Friday, July 15, 2022. Visitation will be held at 11am on Thursday, July 21, 2022, with funeral services to follow at 12 noon.
Burial to be held immediately following service at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
The Mega Millions jackpot just hit a big milestone as it raced past half a billion dollars for Tuesday’s drawing, offering a $530 million jackpot.
The water consumers of Jones County Regional Water System, in Jones County on Caswell Station Rd. and British Rd. including all side roads will be experiencing periods of low pressure and outages in the distribution system starting on July 19th, 2022 due to waterline construction. Periods of low or no pressure in the distribution system increases the potential for back siphonage and introduction of bacteria into the water system.
