A tornado watch remains in effect for our entire area through 7 PM.
Biscuitville won't confirm, but may be coming to Kinston
Across different social media feeds, there has been information about a Biscuitville coming to Kinston. “Biscuitville Fresh Southern® does not have any plans to announce related to Kinston, at this time,” said Agnes Stevens of RLF Communications, who is assisting with Biscuitville media inquiries. According to the NCDHHS website, Biscuitville Online submitted a request for approval. In addition to the NCDHHS website, Dodge Construction Website lists details of a Biscuitville in Kinston.
Public Notice: LCPS Request for Proposals - Driver Education Services
Proposals must be submitted in a sealed package and indicate “Driver Education Services Proposal” on the outside of the package. Sealed proposals will be accepted by Amy Jones, High School Education Director, Lenoir County Public Schools until 4:00 p.m., July 26, 2023 at 2017 West Vernon Avenue Kinston, NC 28504.
USDA Launches initiative to rebuild homes in disaster-stricken areas
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development North Carolina State Director Reginald Speight announced the Department is launching a pilot program to make it easier for people to access loans and grants to repair homes damaged by Hurricane Ian and future natural disasters today.
Lenoir County Community Foundation awards more than $13,000 in grants
The Lenoir County Community Foundation has awarded $13,600 in grants to organizations supporting the local community.
Public Notice: Upset Bid Notice for Teachers Memorial School
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase the Teacher’s Memorial School property owned by the Lenoir County Board of Education. The offer to purchase is in the amount of ten thousand dollars ($10,000). Notice is hereby given that prior to July 26, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($9,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is ten thousand five hundred fifty dollars ($10,550).
Help wanted: Bookkeeper/Office Manager
Kinston Law Firm seeks Bookkeeper/Office Manager. Salary based on experience.
John Hood: Conservatives must stand for freedom
In North Carolina, the political label “conservative” is more popular than the terms “liberal” or “progressive.” In the most recent John Locke Foundation poll, for example, 46% of likely voters described themselves as conservatives, with 25% picking the liberal label and the rest either “moderate” or nothing at all. If we broaden out to include all North Carolinians, not just those who reliably vote, the gap shrinks a bit. But conservatives still form a plurality — and they significantly outnumber liberals.
2023 Municipal Election candidate updates for Jones, Greene, and Lenoir County
For the upcoming 2023 Municipal Election in Greene County and Lenoir County, filing opened on Friday, July 7, 2023, and ends at noon Friday, July 21, 2023, Election Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2023.
Kinston's National Night to be held at Historic Grainger Stadium
The Kinston Police Department posted the following on their Facebook page: Kinston's National Night out will be held at Historic Grainger Stadium on August 1, 2023, from 6p-8p. Approximately 25 children's bicycles will be given away. Additional details will be forthcoming.
Unhealthy Air Possible in NC This Week Due to Canadian Wildfires
North Carolinians sensitive to air pollution should exercise caution this week as a plume of smoke from wildfires in Canada enters the state.
Public Notice: Upset Bid Notice for Teachers Memorial School
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase the Teacher’s Memorial School property owned by the Lenoir County Board of Education. The offer to purchase is in the amount of ten thousand dollars ($10,000). Notice is hereby given that prior to July 26, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($9,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is ten thousand five hundred fifty dollars ($10,550).
Public Notice: Upset Bid Notice for Teachers Memorial School
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase the Teacher’s Memorial School property owned by the Lenoir County Board of Education. The offer to purchase is in the amount of ten thousand dollars ($10,000). Notice is hereby given that prior to July 26, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($9,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is ten thousand five hundred fifty dollars ($10,550).
Mike Parker: ‘Wings Over the Neuse’ seeking sponsors to support the CSS Neuse II
On Friday, September 8, the Fifteenth Annual “Wings Over the Neuse” fundraiser is set to take place. This year the Neuse Foundation board members are praying for clear, cool skies with no hint of hurricanes.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Public Notice: LCPS ESSER III HVAC Controls Replacement
Separate sealed bids will be received at the Lenoir County Public Schools Maintenance Office, ATTN: Mr. Nicholas Harvey II, located at 500 Abbott Street Kinston, NC 28504 until 2:00 pm, on Thursday, July 20th, 2023, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Conference Room.
Request for Proposals: Greene County Schools ESSER Weapon Detectors Purchase and Installation
Request for Proposals: Greene County Schools ESSER Weapon Detectors Purchase and Installation
Help wanted: Neuse Regional Libraries - Engagement Librarian I
Help wanted: Neuse Regional Libraries - Engagement Librarian I.
Salary Range depending on qualifications: Starting $16.50 per hour.
Chadwick Stokes: National History Day
Competition drives human beings to persevere and excel even in the face of significant adversity. History is the story of the past, defined by people and events who have shaped our world into what it is today. The combination of competition and history is at the heart of the National History Day contest.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County: