Brittney Graham of Wayne County was enrolled in the associate degree nursing program at Lenoir Community College when she discovered the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program, and she is glad she did.
Engagement Opportunities at the Library
The Neuse Regional Library is offering numerous engagement programs this summer for people of all ages. Justin Stout, the head of Information Services at the library, has initiated a chess club aimed at teaching and engaging individuals in chess.
Plaza Kinston Post Office - Temporarily Closed
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY The Plaza Kinston Plaza Office is suspending operations temporarily due to safety concerns:
Owners of the Plaza provide an update to yesterday's tornado
Perry Management posted the following on their Facebook page: We would like to express our deepest thanks to the brave men and women of the Kinston Fire Department, Police Department and Kinston Utilities for their prompt and courageous response to the tornado we experienced yesterday at the Kinston Plaza.
Crown apprenticeship program gives students a head start after graduation
Before walking across the stage at South Lenoir High School to accept their diplomas, Noah Stroud and Eduardo Martinez already had the offer of a high-paying job in hand, their reward for successfully completing a year-long apprenticeship program that connects Lenoir County Public Schools with one of the region’s leading manufacturers, Crown Equipment.
Obituary: Thomas Edgar Elmore III
Thomas Edgar Elmore III died June 21, 2023 at Duke University Hospital. Services for Mr. Elmore will be private. A celebration of life will be held from 4:00 until 6:00 PM on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Moss Hill Sporting and Therapeutic Society, 6172 Hwy. 55 West, Kinston, NC 28504.
New business, Swirls Kinston, opening on Saturday in Kinston
Swirls Kinston posted the following on their Facebook page: Good news! We will open Saturday! We passed our inspection and are ready to go! We are so excited to meet and serve our community! We will open at 12. Can’t wait to see everyone 3555 Dobbs Farm Rd Kinston at the corner of 258N and Dobbs Farm Rd
KPD's Violent crime action team apprehends wanted fugitive
Members of the KPD's Violent Crime Action Team were patrolling the area of Mitchell Wooten and observed David Fleming on the porch of a residence. They were aware Fleming had multiple warrants and was also wanted by the US Marshalls for federal probation violations.
NWS confirms EF-1 tornado touched down in Kinston
The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed a tornado event in Kinston. “A brief tornado embedded within a large line of severe thunderstorms briefly touched down in the eastern portion of Kinston…” NWS said in their public information statement.
BJ Murphy: Closing the Loophole - Celebrating the Property Owners Protection Act
On November 23, 2021, I loaded my handgun to potentially defend my family for the first and, hopefully, the last time in my life. Due to Covid, our children had to stay home from school, but one positive outcome was the installation of exterior security cameras around our home. At 2:00 AM, our Ring camera notifications woke me up. With one eye barely opened, I noticed a figure walking across our driveway. Once I jumped up, this man stood 15 feet from one of my daughter’s bedroom windows.
Public Notice: LCPS Advertisement for Bids - ESSER III HVAC Controls Replacement
Separate sealed bids will be received at the Lenoir County Public Schools Board of Education Building, ATTN: Mr. Nicholas Harvey II, located at 2017 W. Vernon Avenue Kinston, NC 28504 until 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Conference Room.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Foreign Language Interpreter II
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Foreign Language Interpreter II. Entry Level Salary: $33,095
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Child Support Agent II
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Child Support Agent II. Entry Level Salary: $36,530
Roseboro man arrested for hit & run during storm and power outages
During today’s storm and power outage, KPD Officers responded to a Hit & Run near the traffic circle on DR MLK JR Blvd. The offender struck and damaged personal property as he continued driving west on King St. Officers located the offender and his vehicle at the Fuel Warehouse on Hwy 70.
UPDATE: Suspect identified in afternoon shooting incident
The suspect was identified as Joseph Wooten, 31, of Kinston. Wooten was arrested and charged with Assault by Pointing a Gun, Illegal Discharge in the City Limits, and Going Armed to the Terror of the Public.
Incident at Atlantic Avenue and Pollock Street resolved safely
An incident involving a city worker and an armed resident occurred earlier today at the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Pollock Street. Law enforcement authorities swiftly responded to the situation, ensuring the safety of the public and bringing the individual into custody.
Possible tornado causes damage at Plaza
A possible tornado touched down at a furniture store in Kinston early this afternoon
KPD Responds to gunfire, apprehends felon with concealed weapon
KPD Officers responded to the area of shots fired in the areas of the 200 block of E Vernon Avenue and the 600 block of Cooks Ally. A witness provided officers with an offender description and a vehicle description. As officers arrived in the area, the observed the described offender and the vehicle fleeing the area.
Sen. Jim Perry advocates tailored solutions and open discussions at Chamber event
NC Senator Jim Perry (R - Lenoir, Beaufort, and Craven) was the guest speaker this morning at the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce “Wake-Up Lenoir” Legislative Breakfast, addressing pressing regional matters and advocating for tailored solutions and open dialogue. The event covered topics such as education, mental health, healthcare, and medical marijuana.
Public Notice: LCPS Advertisement for Bids - ESSER III HVAC Controls Replacement
Separate sealed bids will be received at the Lenoir County Public Schools Board of Education Building, ATTN: Mr. Nicholas Harvey II, located at 2017 W. Vernon Avenue Kinston, NC 28504 until 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Conference Room.