Dempsey Craig Hill died peacefully on September 9, 2023, at Kitty Askins in Goldsboro. A memorial service celebrating Dempsey’s life will be held at Kinston First Baptist on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at 3:00 pm.
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 property’s street address is 500 Marcella Drive Kinston, NC 28501. The offer to purchase is in the amount of One Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($140,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to September 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($139,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($147,050.00).
Help Wanted: Sports Videographer
Magic Mile Media, Inc. and Neuse News/Neuse News Sports are growing, and we are searching for an amateur, independent videographer. Our Neuse News Sports team covers Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties, including 17 schools and 17 sports. Our largest need is capturing content at local high school sports games. The role requires access to a DSLR 1080p 60fps, 17-70mm 2.8f, or 24-75mm 2.8f lens. Must send links to past videos. Compensation is negotiable and DOQ. We prefer individuals within 45 minutes of downtown Kinston.
Man arrested after report of Indecent Exposure
Officers responded to UNC Lenoir for a report of indecent exposure involving Michael Hardy (62). It was reported that Hardy exposed his genitals to multiple people (including children between the ages of 11 & 12). Hardy was arrested for Indecent Exposure and placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
Kinston Police Arrest Man with 'Ghost Gun' After Parking Violation
Officers encountered Jamaurus Sutton for a parking violation. During the encounter, Sutton provided a false name to officers. As officers discovered Sutton's true identity, he began to refuse to follow lawful orders. Sutton was subsequently placed under arrest for Obstruct and Delay.
Obituary: Peggy Ann Price
Peggy Ann Price, 79, of Deep Run, NC passed away on September 12, 2023, at her home. The funeral services and visitation will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Woodington Ward on September 15, 2023.
APA Mini Cheerleaders show off their moves
APA Mini cheerleaders, grades transition to fifth grade, took the field by storm Friday night to show off their moves from camp this past August.
Public Hearing Notice on FY-25 Community Transportation Program
This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 6, 2023. The public hearing will be held on September 18, 2023 at 4:00 PM before the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners.
Pink Hill Mayoral election faces new challenge amid residency dispute
The Pink Hill mayoral election has encountered another hurdle as an election protest has been filed, again challenging the residency of mayoral candidate Michael Horne. The protest comes after a previous challenge to Horne's eligibility was dismissed by the Lenoir County Board of Elections.
Aviso de Audiencia Pública sobre el Programa de Transporte Comunitario del Ejercicio Fiscal 2025
Este aviso para informar al público sobre la junta pública que se llevará a cabo acerca de la aplicación de propuesta por el programa de transporte para la comunidad del Condado de Lenoir que será sometida al Departamento de Transportación de Carolina del Norte no más tarde del 6 de octubre 2023. La junta pública que se llevará a cabo el 18 de septiembre del 2023 a las 4:00 de la tarde Comisionados del Condado de Lenoir.
Help wanted: Spilman Memorial Baptist Church - Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Spilman Memorial Baptist Church in Kinston NC is seeking to hire a part time (21-24 hours/week) Administrative Assistant.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Tax Department - Real Property Appraiser
Help wanted: Lenoir County Tax Department - Real Property Appraiser. Hiring Range: $40,322.66-$61,355.70
EVENT: Epic's 5th Annual Cornhole Tournament
Please join us for our 5th annual cornhole tournament in New Bern on October 7th, 2023. The tournament will be held at the beautiful and historic Whitford Plantation in New Bern, NC.
Obituary: Willie “Leo” Pate
Willie “Leo” Pate, 91, of Kinston passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Harmony Hall. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Monday, September 18, 2023 at Garner Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow the visitation with Dr. Tim Daniel officiating. Burial will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
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 property’s street address is 500 Marcella Drive Kinston, NC 28501. The offer to purchase is in the amount of One Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($140,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to September 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($139,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($147,050.00).
Marcus & Millichap Arranges Sale of Westgate Plaza
Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Westgate Plaza, a 51,213-square-foot retail center located in Kinston, North Carolina. The property sold for $5 million, or $97.63 per square foot.
Kinston License Plate Agency to open temporary location
The Kinston License Plate Agency (LPA) will open a temporary office while repairs continue to its permanent location at the Kinston Plaza Shopping Center which was damaged by a tornado on June 22. The temporary office will open on Sept. 14 at 2407-C N. Heritage St., which is in an undamaged area of the same Kinston Plaza Shopping Center.
Public Hearing Notice on FY-25 Community Transportation Program
This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 6, 2023. The public hearing will be held on September 18, 2023 at 4:00 PM before the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners.
Congressman Greg Murphy most recent updates from ENC and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter here.
Charlie Taylor's Eagle Project: A CRIB sign for the community
Charlie Marvin Taylor had his Eagle Scout Court of Honor on Sunday, July 23, 2023, at La Grange First Free Will Baptist Church. Charlie is the son of Brad and Angela Taylor and the grandson of Wilbur and Linda Taylor, Etta Hardy Rouse, and Dwight Rouse.