Obituary: Sarah Smith Long

Sarah Smith Long, 88, of Kinston, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023 at Greendale Forrest in Snow Hill. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 10, 2023 at Jackson Heights OFWB Church. Funeral will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ashley Summerlin officiating.

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. 

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.

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.