The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fresh Green Peas
Fresh green peas are starting to show up at the Farmer’s Market and Roadsides stands, be sure to add the delicious bean to your menus while they are fresh and available. When picking out your peas, for best flavor, choose small peas, which are younger, sweeter, and more tender than large ones, and make sure they’re as fresh as possible.
Obituary: Lelia "Lela" Rouse
Lelia “Lela” Rouse, 81, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at UNC Lenoir Health Care. The funeral service will be conducted Monday, May 8, 2023, at 11am at Edwards Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Wiley Rouse Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
La Grange to Receive $13.5 Million for Water and Sewer Infrastructure Improvements
The Local Government Commission (LGC) has approved more than $100 million in financing requests from local governments around the state for school construction and other facilities, to renovate town halls and to purchase property for public use, and nearly $270 million for water and sewer infrastructure work.
LCC Student Receives LCC Arts & Sciences Department Laptop Award
Lenoir Community College student Ashley Rodriguez of Trenton was selected as the recipient of the Arts and Sciences Department Laptop Award. A Career and College Promise student, she holds a 4.0 grade point average at LCC.
Optimum opens new retail store in Kinston
Optimum, the local provider of internet, mobile, TV and phone services, today announces the opening of a new retail store in Kinston, North Carolina, located at 4159 West Vernon Avenue.
Help wanted: Dover Part-time Town Clerk / Assistant Finance Officer
The Town of Dover is seeking a part-time Town Clerk/Assistant Finance Officer. Salary is dependent on qualifications. Minimum compensation is $15.00 per hour.
Kinston increases parking violation fines
The city of Kinston has approved an increase in parking violation fines from $2 to $25, following a proposal from Police Chief Keith Goyette. The decision was made after considering similar fines in nearby cities, such as Goldsboro and New Bern, where fines for parking violations range from $25 to $50.
Dan Perry: Why Christians must speak up and restore the sacred oath in Congress
I am of the opinion that many of us patriotic Americans are not fully aware of how the left is moving to kick God out of our country.
2022-2023 SECU Bridge to Career Scholarship Recipients
Lenoir Community College students were recently presented Bridge to Career Scholarships provided by the members of the State Employees’ Credit Union through the SECU Foundation.
Arendell Parrott Academy Congressional Art Winners
Congratulations to APA students, Ms. Kate Keenhold and Ms. Tien Le.
Deep Run Man Arrested for Trafficking Cocaine and Methamphetamine
Following a joint investigation by the narcotics unit of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) and the Greenville Regional Drug Task Force (GRDTF), a Deep Run man has been arrested and charged with trafficking cocaine, methamphetamine, and Schedule VI controlled substances.
LCSO: Man arrested on narcotics, gun charges
A search warrant was executed at the Williams Loop Road residence of Christopher Dwayne Dixon in Kinston by the narcotics unit of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, the LCSO’s Community Crime Reduction Team and the Kinston Police Department’s VCAT unit. The search warrant was pursuant to a narcotics investigation.
Governor's Volunteer Service Award recipient recognized by Lenoir County Commissioners
The Lenoir County Commissioners recognized the Governor's 2023 Volunteer Service Award Recipient, Ms. Sarah Elizabeth Wentz at their most recent meeting.
Family fun takes center stage at 2023 BBQ Fest on the Neuse with exciting rides and activities for kids
The annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse is returning to Downtown Kinston on May 5-6, 2023, and there's no shortage of fun activities for children to enjoy. With the largest whole hog cook-off in the world, over 150 vendors, and a variety of musical entertainment, this year's festival has something for everyone.
Lenoir Community College Spring Concert to be held on Thursday, May 4
Lenoir Community College is presenting the Associate in Fine Arts Annual Spring Concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 4 in the Briley Auditorium on the Turner Stage. The performance is open to the public, and the show will comprise student performances, the LCC Choral Ensemble, and the Symphonic Winds.
Athletes shine at Greene County's first Special Olympics since 2019
Greene County Schools and the Greene County Parks and Recreation Department recently hosted the first Special Olympics in Greene County since 2019. According to Co-Chair and GCS EC Transition Coordinator Holly Aycock, “I'm not sure how many years we have participated. However, I have been here for 26 years, so I know it's been that long.”
Obituary: Peggy Braxton Casey
Mrs. Peggy Braxton Casey, 84, of Summerville, SC formerly of Kinston, NC passed away on April 25, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. Celebration of life service was held on April 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Summerville Baptist Church Downtown in Summerville, SC. Visitation was at 10:00 a.m. prior to church service. Graveside service was held April 29, 2023 at the Grifton Cemetery in Grifton, NC.
LCSO: Home burglar caught in the act, arrested
A Lenoir County man was arrested early Sunday morning while in the process of robbing a home in Grifton.
Easton Corbin to light up Herritage St. stage at BBQ Fest on the Neuse
Get ready for the 2023 BBQ Fest on the Neuse, featuring the world's largest whole hog cook-off, carnival rides, and country music superstar Easton Corbin as the headliner. This annual event, held in Downtown Kinston on the first weekend of May, promises to be the ultimate celebration of all things BBQ.