The Down East Wood Ducks will host this year’s Kinston-Lenoir Battle of the Badges on August 19th-20th, 2023. This two-day softball tournament will be held at Historic Grainger Stadium beginning at 8 am on Saturday.
KPD apprehend suspect with concealed firearm in narcotic investigation
Officers from C-Squad encountered Jarviel Johnson (23) during a narcotic investigation. During the encounter, Officers located a concealed firearm, During the discovery of the firearm, Johnson began actively resisting. Johnson was arrested and placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
LCC Welding Instructor Recognized Nationwide
Lenoir Community College Welding Instructor Justin Harvell of Goldsboro was recently selected by Welding Equipment Manufacturers Committee (WEMCO) as the recipient of the 2023 Excellence in Welding Award in the Educator category, a distinction awarded to one individual across the country.
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).
Men arrested on meth charges following joint investigation
Following a joint investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, two men have been arrested for trafficking methamphetamine.
North Carolina's June Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted June 2023 unemployment rate was 3.3 percent, decreasing 0.1 of a percentage point from May’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.6 percent.
Jones County Recreations “Back to School Bash” on Saturday, August 5th
This event provides Jones County Students with backpacks, snacks, health information, and free health screenings. In addition, we have invited and encouraged area businesses, churches, non-profits, and partner organizations to come participate and promote their services as well. We are requiring all participating groups to provide $25 worth of School Supplies. Please complete the attached Reg form to attend.
Lenoir County 4-H visits NC State University
On Tuesday, July 18, 2023, a group of Lenoir County 4-H members visited the campus of NC State University in Raleigh. The 4-H’ers toured the Wilson College of Textiles, the Plant Sciences Initiative, and the Gregg Museum of Art and Design.
Mike Parker: Bell diary recounts POW’s experiences
When Angie Reid and Karen Nethercutt approached me with a proposal to reread and correct errors in Lt. Alonzo Etheridge Bell’s diary, I had mixed emotions. I felt flattered they believed I could manage this task. I had misgivings I could complete what others had already attempted. Still, I took on the charge with excitement and trepidation.
Lenoir County births
Birth certificate records obtained from the Lenoir County Register of Deeds database list the mother's maiden name. In some cases, only one parent is listed:
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).
Help wanted: Bookkeeper/Office Manager
Kinston Law Firm seeks Bookkeeper/Office Manager. Salary based on experience.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Beat the Heat with these Super Cool Summer Recipes
We were very blessed to have had a super mild spring this year, but never fear the summer has arrived, The heat is on!! These healthy-ish sweat treat options contain fresh fruit, Greek yogurt and more. Hope you will enjoy!
Lenoir Community College offers new Medical Assisting Diploma Program
Lenoir Community College is now offering a Medical Assisting Diploma Program in addition to its degree program. This program will allow students to complete their medical assistant education and training in three semesters.
Lenoir County death notices
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
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).
Caswell Developmental Center will be having a Career Fair for the month of July.