On Tuesday, The Kinston/Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce hosted the 112th Annual Awards Banquet at the Kinston Country Club. During the banquet, the Chamber of Commerce presented awards for Citizen of the Year, Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award and Ambassador of the Year. The entertainment this year was given by comedian, Coach Tom Holaday.
Update: LCSO Det. Jacob Davis confirmed that missing teen, Jocelyn G. Vasquez has been found.
Jocelyn G. Vasquez, 15, was last seen Jan. 25 at North Lenoir High School. She is possibly in the area of La Grange near the Lenoir and Greene County line.
North Lenoir High School senior Claire Hollingsworth has been named a finalist for the Centennial Scholarship at NC State University, a four-year merit scholarship worth a minimum of $60,000, plus another $7,500 in enrichment grants.
The North Lenoir Fire & Rescue Annual Banquet was held at Falling Creek Country Club in Kinston, NC on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Members and their families gathered for a night of fellowship, celebration and recognition.
On April 1, 2023, approximately 55,000 children receiving NC Health Choice coverage will move to NC Medicaid and begin receiving additional physical and behavioral health services. This change will help save families money and increase access to care.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Board of Elections - Director of Elections - Director of Elections - Salary Range: $54,229.50 - $82,516.60
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office K9 Ziva will receive a bullet- and stab-protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Ziva’s vest is sponsored by Christopher Campanale of North Kingstown, R.I. and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and sacrificed.” Delivery is expected within eight-to-10 weeks.
Lenoir County Emergency Services along with Sand Hill Vol. Fire Dept., and Hugo Volunteer Fire & Rescue are currently on scene of a vehicle accident that occurred this morning on Hwy 11 N, just outside of Kinston.
An outdoor festival for the entire family! Enjoy music, pageantry, jousting, food & drink, games, pirates, Vikings…and so much more!
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. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kids!
I want to make plain that I am not against legitimate congressional hearings that investigate issues crucial to the citizens of our nation. Congress should explore ways to reduce prescription medication costs and reduce overall healthcare costs. Congress should investigate how various pieces of legislation will impact citizens, communities, and our nation.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Help wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Public Health Nurse II - Maternity/BCCCP
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Income Maintenance Caseworker III. Salary Range: $36,530 - $55,585
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of social services - Income Maintenance Caseworker I - Front desk (2 position vacancies). Salary Range: $29,982 - $45,621
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Income Maintenance Investigator
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department Of Social Services Income Maintenance Caseworker Ii (Multiple Vacancies). Salary Range: $33,095 - $50,357
On Saturday, January 28th, 2023, at approximately 11:00 am members of the Kinston Police Department were called to the report of shots fired on the 800 block of Dixon St. Kinston, N.C. Upon arrival officers located several shell casings and discovered that a residence and vehicle had been struck by gunfire.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
