Xi Beta Upsilon Sorority sisters traveled to New Bern for the historic homes tour, to Charleston to enjoy the architecture and fine food, to Wilmington to tour Thalian Hall and to see Riverdance, and to relax at Cape Lookout National Seashore
LCC to Debut Matilda the Musical
Matilda The Musical will be debuting on the Turner Stage at Lenoir Community College July 14-16 and 21-23. The Roald Dahl musical centers on Matilda Wormwood, a young girl who enjoys reading books and has psychokinetic powers. She overcomes many obstacles driven by her uncaring family and heinous headmistress.
Obituary: David Earl Rose
David Earl Rose, age 69, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023. A Memorial Service will be held 3 PM Sunday, July 9th, at the Hookerton Methodist Church with Reverend Rebecca Harrison officiating.
County Commissioners seek Lenoir volunteers for community advisory board
Have you ever considered volunteering your time to helping those living in nursing homes or adult homes in Lenoir County? Here is your opportunity!
Governor Cooper Vetoes Three Bills
Governor Roy Cooper vetoed the following bills:
Lenoir County welcomes new citizens in patriotic Fourth of July event
The Lenoir County Historical Association (LCHA) successfully hosted a Naturalization Ceremony on the Fourth of July at the historic Harmony Hall. The event, which began at 10 am, commemorated the induction of new citizens into the United States of America.
Municipal Election filing starts Friday at noon
For the upcoming 2023 Municipal Election in Greene County and Lenoir County, filing opens on Friday, July 7, 2023, and ends at noon Friday, July 21, 2023, Election Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2023. The seats currently held by the following elected officials will be on the ballot this coming fall.
A preschool-aged child has died and a Kinston man is in jail
Just before 7 a.m. on July 3rd, Lenoir County EMS personnel were dispatched to a medical call at a residence on the 700 block of Garland Avenue in Kinston. Sandy Bottom Volunteer Fire Department and Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office officials also responded to the call.
"Arrests Made in connection with shooting of EMS Paramedic
On 05/28/2023 Officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to the area of Jack Rountree regarding an EMS paramedic that had been shot. The paramedic was taken to Vidant Medical Center via ground unit and escorted by KPD and LCSO.
John Robert Harris Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
John Robert Harris of Kinston, North Carolina, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Harris was initiated at Campbell University.
$500,000 available for eastern NC nonprofits through the North Carolina Community Foundation
Eastern North Carolina nonprofits supporting education, health and human services can apply for competitive grants from the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment beginning June 30.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Super Sweet Corn
I was super excited to see fresh sweet corn appear at the Farmers Market this week, sweet corn is certainly one of the highlights of summer.
Caroline Lafone: The deeper significance of July 4th
Every summer, my favorite day of the year comes around, the Fourth of July. It is a day filled with my favorite things to celebrate our nation’s independence. Many of us go to the beach, watch fireworks, spend time with friends and family, laugh at “put it in reverse Terry” memes, and so much more! Just as the fireworks light up the sky, your vote can illuminate the path toward ensuring our nation’s values and principles.
Lenoir County restaurant ratings
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Dominic English: LCC's Inspirational Dallas Herring Award Recipient for 2023
Lenoir Community College graduate Dominic English has been named LCC’s Dallas Herring Award recipient for 2023. She is one of the Great 58 in the North Carolina Community College System. The Dallas Herring Award was established to honor the late Dr. Dallas herring, one of the state’s earliest advocates of community colleges.
Happy 117th Anniversary of Hospital Care in Lenoir County on June 27th
Annette McDaniel, nurse case-manager at UNC Health Lenoir, and an employee this year for 40 years, says she was so surprised and a bit overwhelmed to learn recently that she is indeed related to the McDaniel family that started the hospital history in Kinston 117 years ago on June 27th.
Obituary: Mildred L. Koonce Cunningham
Mildred L. Koonce Cunningham, 92, of Kinston, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro. Funeral service will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at Howard-Carter Funeral Home with visitation to follow.
Trinity Robinson: Freedom holidays are for everyone
Everyone can celebrate Juneteenth and Independence Day. Both holidays are significant holidays in the United States and hold special places in American history. They carry their own meaning. However, in a society increasingly fixated on labels and categorizations, it is crucial to recognize that the true essence of these holidays lies not in their assigned titles, but in the power, they hold to unite and empower individuals of all backgrounds.
NWS: Dangerous heat expected through July 4th
Primary Threats: Minimum heat indices of 105 each afternoon, with values in excess of 110 degrees possible on Monday.
Joslyn Evans Earns LCC's Academic Excellence Award 2023
Soon-to-be Lenoir Community College graduate Joslyn Evans has been selected as the College’s Academic Excellence Award recipient for 2023 and is recognized as one of the Great 58 in the North Carolina Community College System.