Snow Hill - On Saturday, March 18, Greene County Schools hosted a Community Workshop facilitated by RTI International at New World Life Outreach Center in Snow Hill.
KPD releases video of stolen vehicle, seeks public's assistance
The Kinston Police Department is investigating a report of a stolen vehicle. We are seeking assistance from our community in identifying the subjects in the video
Consistent Moss Hill team posts first-time Science Olympiad win
A single point added up to a first-time win on Friday for the team from Moss Hill Elementary School, champions of the 2023 LCPS Elementary Science Olympiad.
Obituary: Betsy A. Barbee
Betsy A. Barbee passed away at home on March 20, 2023. Her First Presbyterian Church family was very important to her and a memorial service will be held at the church on Friday, March 24, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation to follow. At other times the family will be at the home of Morry and Leigh.
Father and son face felony charges after failed robbery attempt
A father and son duo has been charged with attempted breaking and entry in an incident that occurred in February.
LCSO seeks public's aid in identifying suspects in Bonus Spins Sweepstakes robbery
The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in locating two suspects who took a large amount of money from the Bonus Spins Sweepstakes, 2419 Hwy 258 N., on Monday.
Senator Perry’s 2nd Amendment Bill Powers Forward
Senator Jim Perry, (R- Craven, Beaufort, Lenoir) is headed for a showdown with North Carolina Governor, Roy Cooper. Perry is one of three primary sponsors of Senate Bill 41, “Guarantee 2nd Amendment Freedom and Protections.”
Pink Hill pork farmer reappointed to State Board of Agriculture by governor
Governor Roy Cooper announced North Carolina boards and commissions appointments and nominations today.
Governor Cooper Lets Two Bills Become Law
Governor Roy Cooper let the following bills become law without his signature:
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Update: KPD investigating murder
The Kinston Police Department released the victim’s name from the murder on Saturday.
KPD investigating theft of wallet at LCC
KPD is currently investigating a theft of a wallet that occurred at Lenoir Community College today. A bank card from the wallet was used a short time later at Walmart.
North Carolina's January Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted January 2023 unemployment rate was 3.8 percent, unchanged from December’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.4 percent.
Mike Parker: Franklin’s words still resonate
On Monday, September 17, 1787, Benjamin Franklin rose to address the delegates to the Constitutional Convention. The fledgling states of our new nation had sent representatives to rewrite America’s first attempt at national government, the Articles of Confederation. Soon the delegates trying to tweak the Articles realized the document created a form of government that would not work.
Take Control ENC, a free diabetes workshop
Friday, March 24th at the Lenoir County Cooperative Extension located at 1791 NC Hwy 11, there will be a free diabetes workshop called Take Control ENC. There will be giveaways, healthy eating exhibitions and more.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
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Obituary: Philip Michael Decker
Philip Michael Decker, age 70, of Kinston, NC passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Community Funeral Home, 840 West Main Street, Beulaville, NC 28518. A celebration of Phil’s life will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Community Funeral Home in Beulaville with Rev. Greg Kincaid officiating. Interment will follow at East Duplin Memorial Gardens.
Kindergarten, pre-school registration set to begin March 20 in Lenoir County
Early registration for entering pre-school and kindergarten students in Lenoir County for the 2023-2024 school year will be held March 20-24 at all LCPS elementary schools during regular school hours.
Spring it on: Calling all Litter Sweep Volunteers
The N.C. Department of Transportation is looking for volunteers for the 2023 Spring Litter Sweep, which runs April 15 – 29.