For those who missed it, the Trash Trap being proposed for the Adkin Branch is very promising. Samantha Krop, Sound River’s Riverkeeper for the Neuse River Basin, shared exciting information about a new device to keep clean the Adkin Branch yesterday, Wednesday, May 10, at Holloway Recreation Center. The Adkin Branch is an important tributary of the Neuse River.
I attended the Annual Education Celebration of the Lenoir Soil and Water Conservation District for the second year. The celebration took place on May 9 at the Cunningham Research Station.
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles continues to roll out improvements to enhance customer service and today is announcing new technology available on its website to help its customers avoid a prolonged wait in line.
The Lenoir County Education Foundation’s Annual Superball Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, September 14,2023 at the Kinston Country Club. Lunch starts at 11:30 and tee off is at 12:30pm.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Public Notice: Jones County Public Schools - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
It was a night to remember for the nearly 250 graduates who walked across the stage at Lenoir Community College to receive degrees in the College’s 61st Annual Commencement in the Student Center.
On a night that would likely be their last together as a group, graduating seniors at Lenoir County Early College High School hugged the memories made over the years by a small class at a school known as a place of encouragement and support.
The market will be open with local blueberries and Mac peaches, plus a full array of seasonal vegetables, crafts, farm-fresh eggs, banana bread, and heirloom vegetable starts
Cabbage is often an underappreciated vegetable, but it's truly a dieter's friend. It's strong-flavored, and may be prepared in a variety of ways, but the diet friendly feature adds extra points for adding this vegetable to your meal plan.
Dover - Marianna D. Hill, 95, passed away at Crystal Coast Hospice House in Newport on Thursday, May 11, 2023. The funeral service will be conducted Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 11am at Lane’s Chapel Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, May 13th at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Kinston, officiated by Rev. Dennis Peay of Westminster United Methodist Church of Kinston.
It was a beautiful mix – kindergarten teachers at Northwest Elementary School, some 60 of their students, volunteers from the school faculty and the community, a local artist, a grant award to buy supplies like canvas boards and acrylic paint and the enthusiasm of the little artists.
Lenoir Community College Health Sciences Department recently held its pinning ceremony for Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Medical Assisting, Polysomnography, Radiography, Surgical Technology, and Associate Degree Nursing graduates.
Graduate Decision Day in high school is a special event that celebrates achievements. Most high schools celebrate the commitment of a high school senior to a college or university in a particular sport in which he or she has excelled.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended. The Project describes the special education programs that Lenoir County Public Schools proposes for Federal funding for the 2023-2024 School Year.
The Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce, an organization committed to promoting business, quality education, and economic growth, has entered a new partnership with Neuse News. This collaboration aims to bring local businesses closer to the community. “We are very excited to have Neuse News join the Chamber of Commerce and to support us as a President’s Club partner!” said Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Vickie Jones.
There is still no official update from the Down East Wood Ducks or their owners, Texas Rangers, on the potential sale of the team. As we all wait, here are some documents from the City of Kinston related to the Down East Wood Ducks, including stadium improvements and the lease extension discussions through 2031 and potentially 2033. The documents include the minutes and agenda discussing the matter, and the signed contract extension.
