Paula Loftin has been selected as the new Finance Director for Greene County.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: February Legislative Update
Thank you for taking the time to read our latest newsletter. This edition aims to provide you with insights and information on everything we're doing to serve you, both in Raleigh and at-home in Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties.
John Hood: Racial Disparities Aren’t Proof of Bias
Black-headed households are less likely than white-headed ones to own their residences. The latest data from the Census Bureau put the homeownership rate at 75% for whites and 45% for blacks. According to the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency, our state’s racial disparity is roughly similar.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker Supervisor III
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker Supervisor III - Salary range: $52,907 - $74,756.
Juvenile taken into custody in reference to Friday shooting in La Grange
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Kinston Police Department, took a juvenile into custody Monday evening in reference to the shooting in La Grange on Friday. “The Kinston Police Department played an instrumental role in taking him into custody,” said Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers.
Scam alert for Jones County; Individuals offering to paint and/or clean for a ”today only deal”
The Jones County Sheriffs Office was made aware of individuals offering to paint and/or clean for a ”today only deal.” This style scam typically targets elderly residents that can be easily intimidated into paying their price. Please be cautious and do proper research before purchasing any services.
KPD seeks public assistance in identifying subject of financial card crime
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance regarding a possible financial card crime. On January 21, 2023, the subject in the photo used a financial card at EZ Pass Tobacco & Vape located at 701 Phillips Road in Kinston.
Obituary: Sallie Lou Smith Hill
Sallie Lou Smith Hill, 78, of Kinston, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023 at her home. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at Howard-Carter Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m., with burial following the service at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Mike Parker: Kinston was a leader in Civil Rights movement
When most of us think of the Civil Rights Movement in North Carolina, our minds go immediately to the sit-ins at Woolworth’s in Greensboro in the 1960s. We think of Dr. King’s speech “I Have a Dream” delivered on August 28, 1963, during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
Lenoir County Intersection to Become All-Way Stop
An all-way stop will be installed to improve safety at a Lenoir County crossroads.
LCC Foundation in partnership with Elysian Players Presents Love Bites Feb. 24 and 25
Lenoir Community College Foundation in partnership with Elysian Players presents Love Bites, an evening of ANTI-romance at 7 p.m. Feb. 24 and 25 in the Briley Auditorium on the Turner Stage at LCC.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Rep. Humphrey announces Golden Leaf Foundation Funds awarded to Eastern NC
The Golden LEAF Board of Directors voted to award funds for the following projects in the Lenoir, Jones, and Greene County areas:
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
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
North Carolina's December County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 96 of North Carolina’s counties in December and increased in four.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Low Carb Super Bowl Party Snacks
Seems to me that Super Bowl parties are the “unofficial” diet breakers. Right when you get into the flow of eating healthy, here comes the Super bowl party and all of those fabulous recipes that come with it!! Traditional game day foods are crowd pleasers, but they can also be some of the worst foods for you health-wise.
Library Offers Mind Over Matter Mental Health Series
At the Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, we see firsthand how stigma and misinformation surrounding mental health topics such as anxiety, substance abuse, and suicide prevents individuals from seeking assistance. The truth is that mental health issues affect millions of people everyday.
KPD and SBI locate wanted fugitive out of Greensboro
On February 3, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department's VCAT unit and the NC SBI, tracked and located a wanted fugitive out of Greensboro, NC.
Press conference at City Hall for the new Chief of Police.
After completing a national recruitment and an extensive interview process, the City of Kinston has a new Police Chief. Interim Police Chief Keith Goyette has been promoted to the permanent position.