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.
Mike Parker: Gunboat Association, partners host April 1 environmental education day
The Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum (the Gunboat Association) has partnered with the NC Cooperative Extension in Lenoir County, the Kinston Fire Department, the Possumwood Acres Wildlife Sanctuary, and other community organizations to host an environmental education day at the Governor Richard Caswell Memorial on April 1.
Pastor Barbara Sutton: A woman of action and influence
As we celebrate Women's History Month, it is an excellent opportunity to highlight the accomplishments of women who have made a significant impact in their communities. Barbara Sutton, the President of the Kinston Lenoir County NAACP, founded Christ The Caring Ministries, a street ministry, and worked to ensure that all the effort was focused on Christ rather than herself.
Letter to the editor: Rally Cry for Action
Let me add to the list of vicious dog horror stories that exist in my community and all across this city. To start with, I want to make it clear that I do not consider all dogs that are mentioned in this article vicious.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Governor Cooper vetoes legislation eliminating sheriffs’ background checks for handguns
Governor Cooper made the following statement on SB 41:
"Eliminating strong background checks will allow more domestic abusers and other dangerous people to own handguns and reduces law enforcement's ability to stop them from committing violent crimes. Second Amendment supporting, responsible gun owners know this will put families and communities at risk.”
BREAKING: LCSO Officer-involved shooting on Saturday results in death
An officer-involved shooting resulted in the death of Spencer Jackson, 31, of Kinston, in the early hours of Saturday morning. According to Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers, Jackson was a known suspect pursuant to a narcotics investigation. During the traffic stop on U.S. 258 North, Jackson left the scene and was pursued by narcotics division deputies to a residence on Hullwood Drive, where he entered a building on the back side of a residence on Hullwood Drive. Jackson came out pointing a long gun at deputies and shots were fired.
Linda Rouse Sutton: The woman behind the positive change in Lenoir County
Linda Rouse Sutton is a woman who has made significant contributions to Lenoir County. As the Lenoir County Commissioner Chair, Sutton has taken on numerous leadership roles and has played an essential part in positive changes in the community. “A female always has to prove herself first before even beginning to become effective,” said Sutton. “Some are very receptive, and others believe women have no place in politics.”
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Circling Back to Omega 3’s
About 20 years ago, Omega 3’s or Omega 3 fatty acids were praised as the number one supplement on the market when it came to heart health and a reduction of triglycerides. Omega 3’s are still very important; they remain one of the most studied nutrients.
Lenoir County death notices
Neuse News has long provided an obituary service for families and funeral homes. With the Kinston Free Press moving to once a week print publication, we’ve decided to publish a weekly list of death notices according to Lenoir County. These death notices are a little behind but are an attempt to provide more value to our community.
Obituary: Linda Elaine Oliver Peace
Linda Elaine Oliver Peace, 69, of Kinston, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023 at her home. Memorial service will be held Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 3:00 pm at Howard-Carter Funeral Home.
Traffic stops end with arrest
Wooten was arrested for Possession of a Stolen Firearm and Possession of Schedule VI. He was placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
Talisa Joyner: A small business owner making a big impact
March is Women's History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the vital role of women in American history. Talisa Joyner, is a small business owner and influential figure in the community. Talisa is the founder of Adelphe Christian Sorority, Inc., which has collaborated with Greene County Schools to provide free Wi-Fi hotspots to underprivileged students. They have also donated food, clothing, and games to Kinston's homeless shelter.
North Carolina Awarded $500,000 to Help More People Afford High-Speed Internet
North Carolina will get $500,000 to help more low-income households afford monthly high-speed internet service, Governor Roy Cooper announced.
Students become state leaders at Youth Legislative Assembly
Thirteen students from Lenoir County Early College High School took on the role of state leaders this past weekend when they joined approximately 200 other North Carolina students in the NC Youth Legislative Assembly (YLA) in Raleigh.
KPD: Woman charged with Felony Assault on Law Enforcement Officer
On Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department, SWAT Team, and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, Special Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence near the 700 block of W. Lenoir Ave. Kinston, N.C. The warrant was a direct result of ongoing cases being investigated regarding the recent theft of a motor vehicle and homicide.
WATCH: KPD holds press conference, teen charged with murder
WATCH: KPD holds press conference, teen charged with murder
Greene County Sheriff's Office: Vehicle chase ends in arrest
On Thursday, March 16th, 2023 around 11:40 pm Greene County Deputies attempted to stop a vehicle for a stop sign violation at Hwy 903 S and Hull Rd, which lead to a vehicle chase in the Arba area. After chasing the vehicle into Lenoir County, then back into Greene County, the driver, who was later identified as 41 year old Kevin Johnson from the Arba area, abandoned the vehicle near his home and fled into the woods.
Adults recovering from addiction or incarceration to benefit from SECU Foundation Grant
SECU Foundation is pleased to announce a $40,000 grant for the Lenoir County non-profit Hope Restorations. The funding will support the expansion of its program model for adults recovering from addiction and/or incarceration through intervention programs and job skills training in home restoration and renovation.
Library’s Digital Resource Rover Continues to Take the Library to the Community
The Neuse Regional Libraries’ Digital Resource Rover (DRR) has been on the road for one year now, and what a year it has been.