Members of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Kinston Police Department, are conducting law enforcement activity in the area of the Jackson Heights community.
Seatbelt neglect, speed factor in fatal accident in front of Kinston Fire Station
On Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at 8:00 pm, officers from Kinston Police Department responded to the front parking lot of Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue Station #1 (401 E. Vernon Avenue) in reference to a single motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, officers observed a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe resting on the roof on the front concrete pad in front of Station #1.
Youth-Led Mental Health Initiative Project Please Stay
In October 2021, Susannah Swindell founded Project Please Stay, a mental health awareness organization. The project is targeted towards teenagers and young adults. The goal of the organization is to create a community full of aware and supportive young adults, which will hopefully prevent future suicides.
KARE to hold hurricane preparedness event on Saturday
Kinston Area Recovery Effort (KARE) is hosting a Hurricane Preparedness event on Saturday, July 22, 2023, from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, at the Lenoir Community College Gym located at 231 NC HWY 58. There is no charge for admission and a Hispanic interpreter will be available.
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.
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).
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.