Congratulations to the following Northwest Elementary students:
Parrott Academy student to become published author
Colt Davis, a sixth grader at Arendell Parrott Academy, has had his historical family story selected for publication in the eighteenth annual collection published by The Grannie Annie Family Story Celebration.
North Lenoir senior earns NC Teaching Fellow award
She benefits from having a role model and a volunteer’s understanding of the job and now, in her pursuit of a career as a special education teacher, Skylar Harrison has a clearer path to the college degree that will get her there. She’s a newly named North Carolina Teaching Fellow.
John Hood: Patriotism requires a common story
Is a picture really worth a thousand words? In very online debates among very online people, the exchange rate is even more skewed. Case in point: a recent Wall Street Journal illustration generated tens of thousands of words of argument, invective, and speculation.
Musician with a positive message brings hope to Neuse Regional Public Libraries
Musician Tony Kinsey gave a motivational speech at Neuse Regional Public Libraries on April 1, 2023. Kinsey, who has been performing for over two decades, has a passion for positive music that inspires and motivates people. He believes that music can make a positive impact on people's lives and inspire them to make positive changes.
Southwood Elementary Third Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to these Southwood Elementary School students!
Obituary: David Lee Mooring
David Lee Mooring, 66, of Kinston passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 at UNC Lenoir Health Care. Funeral will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at North Lenoir High School Auditorium with Bishop Jeff Howard officiating. Visitation will follow the funeral. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 7, 2023 at Westview Cemetery.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office Arrests Man Charged with Sexual Activity with Minors
A man was arrested last week by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office after being charged with five counts of sexual activity with minors.
Mike Parker: Foundation banquet honors those who provide support
One of the most unusual organizations in our county is the CSS Neuse Foundation, overseers of the full-scale replica of the CSS Neuse II. For the past few years, the Neuse II has drawn anywhere from 4,500 to 5,500 visitors – even though the replica gunboat is only open to the public from 10 am until 4 pm on Saturdays.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Woodington Middle Third Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to these Woodington Middle School students!
North Carolina's February Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted February 2023 unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, decreasing 0.2 of a percentage point from January’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.2 of a percentage point to 3.6 percent.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have passed away in Lenoir County:
PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice for Children with Disabilities in Private/Parentally-Placed and Home Schools
The Private School Meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2023 at 4:00 p.m with Vivian Roach, EC Director. If interested in attending the meeting please call Ivey Price at 252.527.1109 by Friday, April 17, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to consult with private schools and parents of parentally-placed private school students as well as home schooled students.
Southeast Elementary Third Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to these Southeast elementary School students!
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update April 1, 2023
Local strawberries will be at the market on April 1
Sen. Jim Perry: The North Carolina Budget Process
The North Carolina state budget covers a two year period known as a biennium. The biennium matches up with the Legislative Long Session in year one and the Legislative Short Session in year two.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds
Greene Early College Phi Theta Kappa 2023 Spring Inductees
Established in 1918 by two-year college presidents and recognized in 1929 by the American Association of Community Colleges, Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society is the official academic honor society for two-year colleges.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fun Foods for Easter Snacks
Easter is a great Holiday for making fun snacks with kids, there are many cute ways to serve up Easter Bunny specials. Whether you are planning a family dinner, school party or just fun at home in the list below you will even find some cute Easter treats for school as well as some easy (and even some healthy!) treats that your kids can make themselves.