Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers appeared in a TikTok. The video shows the sheriff pulling over a car. The driver gets out of the car with his hands up and starts to place them on the car before moving behind the car and pulling out his phone.
Public Notice: LCPS Request for Qualifications (RFQ) - Designer Selection - Frink Middle School
Information required to respond to the new RFQ is available on the school system’s website at: www.lcpsnc.org. Design firms wishing to be considered for this project are requested to submit their qualifications per the instructions on the website by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 2, 2023.
Farmer's Market Update for May 20, 2023
Farmer's Market Update for May 20, 2023
New Lenoir County Corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Freshen Up Your Spring Recipes with Mint!
The very popular fresh herb, mint, is currently in season and is no longer just for Derby parties and making julips!! On a warm summer day, cool down by adding fresh mint to your drinks, main dishes and desserts!! Try these healthy ways to finish your dishes with fresh mint!
Advertisement for Bids: Lenoir Community College Soccer Field Improvements
Sealed bids for the project entitled Soccer Field Improvements will be received by Lenoir Community College until 2:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in the Administration Building Boardroom located at 231 North Carolina Hwy 58 S, Kinston, North Carolina. At said place and time, all Bids that have been duly received, will be publicly opened and read aloud.
Fine Antique & Southern Folk Art Gallery, Gift Shop, and workshop up for sale
Turnkey established Antique Store and Folk Art Gallery for sale, including $2 million in inventory, mostly real antiques from 1750-1965), display units, and a working workshop with a historic 1905 brick 5000 square ft building in quaint NC civil war battlefield town.
Advertisement for Bids: Lenoir Community College Soccer Field Improvements
Sealed bids for the project entitled Soccer Field Improvements will be received by Lenoir Community College until 2:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in the Administration Building Boardroom located at 231 North Carolina Hwy 58 S, Kinston, North Carolina. At said place and time, all Bids that have been duly received, will be publicly opened and read aloud.
Downtown Kinston welcomes Monroe Magic Notary and Shipping Center
Monroe Magic, managed by sisters Laura and Carla Monroe, is one of the newest businesses in downtown Kinston, located at 408 N Heritage Street. The notary and soon-to-be FedEx center offer services such as notary signings, faxing, and printing production on yard signs, posters, and banners.
Law Enforcement and RADD collaborate for Project Safe and Sound
On June 3rd, Raising Awareness for the Developmentally Disabled (RADD) will host a charity event. RADD is an organization that provides social and recreational activities to disabled individuals and their families. They also provide resources, advocacy, as well as education pieces for families.
KPD: Do you know this person?
KPD is asking for the community's assistance with identifying the subject in the photo. It is believed she picked up a bank card that didn't belong to her and used it to purchase items.
Snow Hill PD nabs one in theft, seeks second suspect
Officers responded to Hines St. in Snow Hill to investigate a reported residential break-in. The home had been forcefully entered and several items had been stolen, including precious metals and family heirlooms.
Obituary: Annette Lancaster Gray
La Grange-Annette Lancaster Gray, 87, passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. A service of love and remembrance will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at White Oak Grove OFWB Church. Committal will follow the service at Fairview Cemetery, La Grange. The family will receive friends following the committal.
Heather Joy Named to SNHU President's List
MANCHESTER, NH (05/16/2023)-- Heather Joy of Kinston (28504) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Winter 2023 President's List. The winter terms run from January to May.
APA Dance Ensembles Perform at NC Showcase
Congratulations to APA Upper and Middle School Dance Ensembles who performed their state champion ensemble pieces as part of the NC Showcase in Greensboro on May 13th. The Showcase celebrated NC’s top educators, administrators, and schools featuring performances by State Champions in Fine Arts from across the state.
Restored Hope Boutique Grand Opening
On Wednesday, Restored Hope Boutique had its grand opening. The boutique, located at 124 N Queen St., is a part of Hope Restorations. The grand opening started with a tour of the House of Hope for Women then the ribbon-cutting ceremony took place at the boutique afterward.
City Council approves animal control interlocal agreement, noise ordinance amendment, and 4-way stop
In a recent Kinston City Council meeting, several important agenda items were discussed and approved. The council addressed various matters, including the authorization of an interlocal agreement for animal control services, an amendment to the noise ordinance, and a request for a four-way stop at the intersection of Mitchell St. and North St.
Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro Wayne Informational Sessions
Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro Wayne will be holding two informational sessions on May 18th from 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and on May 23 from 5:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. The sessions will be held at the Kinston Neuse Regional Library, Auditorium A. The sessions will provide residents with the necessary information to apply for homeownership with Habitat.
Mike Parker: CSS Neuse Museum hosts 1st Homeschool Graduation
For the first time, the CSS Neuse Museum will host graduation festivities for homeschool seniors who have finished the high school phase of their studies.
Logan Mozingo Initiated into Omicron Delta Kappa
Logan Mozingo, a native of Kinston, was recently initiated into the East Carolina University Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society. The Society welcomed 1,869 new initiates from 78 universities during April 2023.