Greene County Kids on Stage group has entered into a new territory with their latest production. This time KOS will be premiering a brand new musical called May We All as part of their brand new Conservatory program.
Governor Cooper Reminds North Carolinians to Prepare and Practice for Severe Weather
March 5-11 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week and Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolinians to prepare and practice safety plans in case severe weather strikes
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Meet Nick Boyd: The man saving Lenoir County homeowners' money
You’ve probably never met him and there’s a good chance you won’t recognize his name, but Nick Boyd has done something personally for you if you’re a homeowner in certain parts of Lenoir County: he’s saved you some hard-earned money.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Spring is Almost Here and That Means Fresh Asparagus!
March 20 is the official First Day of Spring and around eastern North Carolina that means that asparagus begins to “spring” up as well!! Asparagus has rapidly become a favorite green vegetable for many. It arrives in early spring but is available all summer!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Greene County Schools Announces Admin Changes
Greene County Schools announced some administrative changes during their board meeting on February 27. Long time Principal Jada Mumford of Greene County Intermediate School (GCIS) has been named the new Director of Federal Programs.
LCPS employee awards go to Southwood teacher assistant, Northwest custodian
Two LCPS staff members known for their hard work and bright personalities have garnered the first of several awards to be presented by the district to outstanding employees over the coming weeks.
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Event: Jason Crabb Concert
Jason Crabb Concert 5pm, April 15, 2023 at Kinston Lenoir Performing Arts Center, Kinston, NC.
Obituary - Harriet Rouse
Harriet Rouse, 78, went home to her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. The funeral service will be conducted at 1:30 on Sunday, March 12, at Tanglewood Church with Pastor Allen Stocks officiating. Burial will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the cemetery following the service.
Kinston Man Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Damaging Business Property
Calvin Holloway III, a 20-year-old from Kinston, has been arrested for stealing a vehicle and damaging a business property. L.J. Electrical Company's fence was damaged after Holloway allegedly drove the stolen vehicle through it. He faces multiple charges, including felony larceny and possession of a stolen vehicle.
NC State University Goodnight Scholarship awarded to South Lenoir High School student
South Lenoir High School posted the following on their Facebook page: Please join us in congratulating Zaire Garner on his receipt of the NC State University Goodnight Scholarship.
Obituary: Judy Waters Thigpen
Judy Waters Thigpen, 85, of Kinston passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at UNC Lenoir Health Care. Visitation will be held 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Garner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 13, 2023 at Pinelawn Memorial Park with Rev. Jimmy Sowers officiating.
Obituary: Carlton Ray Thigpen, Jr.
Carlton Ray Thigpen, Jr., 86, of Kinston passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at his home. Visitation will be held 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Garner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 13, 2023 at Pinelawn Memorial Park with Rev. Jimmy Sowers officiating with Military honors.
Obituary: Reginald Hamilton “Reg” Braxton,
Reginald Hamilton “Reg” Braxton, Jr., 67, passed away on March 8, 2023. At his request there will be no services.
2023 Coastal Plains Livestock Show and Sale coming in April
The 83rd Coastal Plains Junior Livestock Show and Sale is right around the corner and we want to invite everyone to join us on April 10th and 11th at the Lenoir County Livestock Arena. Every year over 150 youth from Pitt, Greene, Lenoir, Craven, Jones, Carteret, Cumberland, Onslow, Duplin, Sampson, Pamlico, and Pender counties participate in this event.
Pink Hill Public Library Serves as Community Center for All
Libraries are more than just places to check out books, especially in small towns like Pink Hill. The Etta Jones Turner Public Library (Pink Hill Public Library) has served as a community center since 1984 .
LCPS students rack up honors In advancing to NC Science Fair
Eli Nobles likes tomatoes and his family likes to grow them in their garden. So when the time came for Eli to create a science fair project, tomatoes were at the top of his list.
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