Seven LCPS schools have won more than $40,000 in grants from the North Carolina Outdoor Heritage Advisory Council for projects that get students outside, encourage physical activity and promote environmental awareness.
Murphy to Co-Chair Congressional Academic Medicine Caucus
Reps. Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC) and Kathy Castor (D-FL) announced that Rep. Murphy will serve as the Republican co-chair of the Congressional Academic Medicine Caucus (CAMC) for the 118th Congress. Established in 2009, CAMC is a bipartisan group of lawmakers that promotes academic medicine in congressional policy discussions to ensure a healthier future for all Americans.
John Hood: Judges Cannot Amend the Constitution
Most of the nine justices on the United States Supreme Court espouse some version of the originalist school of constitutional interpretation. Starting early next year, most of the seven justices on the North Carolina Supreme Court will be originalists, too.
Treasurer Folwell Seeking Public Perspective on Health Care Costs at New Bern Forum
State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, will hold a public hearing on the Medical Debt De-Weaponization Act in New Bern from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13. Community members are invited to speak out to fight for change.
Obituary: Shade Aldridge
Shade Aldridge, 93, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 9, 2022. A celebration of his life will be held at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Tuesday, December 13th at 4:00 PM. The family will receive friends following the service at a reception in Mosley Hall.
Mike Parker: Christmas cheer brightened hearts when we were Kingston
“I’ve got an article you might be interested in seeing,” Ernest Jones told me over the phone several years ago. “It’s about how folks celebrated Christmas in Kinston in 1762.” My interest peaked. Christmas 1762?
Greene County Landfill and Trash Convenience Sites Holiday Schedule
Greene County Landfill and Trash Convenience Sites Holiday Schedule
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Obituary - Timothy Ray Pike “Timmy”
Timothy Ray Pike “Timmy” passed away very unexpectedly on Friday, December 9, 2022. Visitation will be from 11-1 with services immediately following on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Jones County Civic Center in Trenton, and entombment will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Pink Hill.
Dr. Travis Towne: The Case of the “Can’t Figure it Outs”
I’ve always been a fan of mysteries, but while most people gravitated towards the adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle) or the mysterious elements of a John Grisham novel, I’ve always found Encyclopedia Brown to be my favorite.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Dear Santa Letters
Send us your child's "Dear Santa" letter to dearsanta@neusenews.com or Dear Santa, c/o Neuse News, 105 West Blount Street, Kinston, NC 28501.
Library advocate wins volunteer of the year award
Congratulations to Amelia Smith, winner of the North Carolina Public Library Director's Association Volunteer of the Year award.
Fatal Fire in LaGrange Under Investigation
Lenoir County Emergency Services Director Murry Stroud released Information:
Jones County Emergency Services Director Timmy Pike Unexpectedly Passes Away
According to the Jones County Emergency Services Facebook Page on Friday:
“Our Emergency Services Director, Timmy Pike unexpectedly passed away today. We are all shocked and Jones County lost a great man.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Homemade holiday gifts to share
The Holidays are a terrific time to say a big thanks and of course Merry Christmas to many friends, family and co-workers. What better way than to give the gift of food! Here are several ideas, some are a bit healthier than others but all are fun and will be enjoyed by those special to you!
City of Kinston to hold special meeting at The Gate
The City Council of the City of Kinston will hold a special meeting on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at 6pm at The Gate.
Farmers Market update for December 10, 2022
Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday
Event: Handel’s Messiah is back in Kinston
On Monday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m., Handel’s Messiah will again be performed at the First Presbyterian Church by the Community Chorus after being silenced for 2 years by the COVID pandemic.
Help wanted: City of Kinston Firefighter II
Help wanted: City of Kinston Firefighter II. Salary: $40,278.05