The deceased body of Anthony Harris, 51, was discovered at his residence on ND’s Lane in La Grange today. While the cause of death has not been determined, the LCSO is investigating the death as a homicide.
Obituary: Donna “Diane” Wilcox Ousnamer
Donna “Diane” Wilcox Ousnamer, 71, of Kinston passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at ECU Health. The family will be accepting friends from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Diane’s home located at 2726 St. John Circle followed by A Celebration of Life service that will be held at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Garner Funeral Home. Visitation will be held following the Celebration of Life.
Obituary: Georgia Murphy Mercer
Georgia Murphy Mercer passed away Monday, September 18, 2023. A graveside service will be conducted Friday, September 22, 2023, at 2pm at Westview Cemetery.
Calling All Volunteers: Join the 2024 ENC Renaissance Faire Team!
Are you ready to step back in time and be a part of the magic that makes the Eastern North Carolina Renaissance Faire (ENC Renaissance Faire) an unforgettable experience? If your answer is yes, mark your calendars for this Saturday, as we invite you, your friends, and your family to a Volunteer Meet and Greet at Middle Grounds in Kinston, NC, at 2:00 pm.
NCCCS State Board Member Bill McBrayer visits LCC
Bill McBrayer, a North Carolina Community College System State Board member, made a visit to Lenoir Community College today with a stop at the Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing Center.
Bariatric Basics: Obesity in America
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates 42.4% of adults have the diagnosis of obesity and 9.2% have severe obesity. In 2021, CDC ranked North Carolina 16th in overall obesity compared to the rest of the United States. In 2022, 40.4% of adults in Lenoir County were clinically obese, 5% greater than the overall rate in North Carolina. Lenoir County residents live in one of the epicenters of the obesity epidemic.
Veterans' Roundtable: Montana Artist paints rose on POW/MIA chair for Recognition Day
Artist Linda Paluka flew in from Montana to paint the third white rose on the POW/MIA chair at the G.I. Joe Living History Museum. The white roses symbolize those North Carolina servicemembers missing in action in Vietnam who have been recovered. Frederick Hall, Bynum Price, and Edward Morgan were the three servicemembers whose roses were painted on the chair.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Emergency Services-EMS Training Officer
As a member of Emergency Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Emergency Medical Services Division is seeking candidates for an EMS Training Officer. Lenoir County provides competitive salaries that match your experience and skill level along with a rich benefit package that includes Health Insurance and more.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government - Administrative Assistant III
As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for an Administrative Assistant III. Salary Range: $38,380-$58,399
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government - Administrative Assistant II
As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for an Administrative Assistant II. Salary Range: $34,770-$52,907
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 Fifty-One Thousand Dollars ($151,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to September 28, 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 ($150,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($158,600.00).
Obituary: Lewellyn Davis Bradshaw
Mrs. Lewellyn Davis Bradshaw, best known as “Lew”, passed away Monday evening at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro. Funeral services will be held graveside 11 AM Thursday, September 21st, at the Westview Cemetery with Reverend Glenn Hill officiating. The family will greet friends and extended relatives immediately following the service at the cemetery and other times at Mrs. Bradshaw’s residence.
Obituary: Judy Jernigan Fields
Judy Jernigan Fields passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 18, 2023. A Service of Love and Remembrance will be held in the chapel of Rouse Funeral Home on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 3:00 pm. Visitation will take place an hour prior to the service, 2:00 pm. Following the service, the family will receive friends at Judy’s home.
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 Fifty-One Thousand Dollars ($151,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to September 28, 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 ($150,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($158,600.00).
Unsung Hero: Harold Sutton - Shaping Our Parks for 14 Years
In this week's installment of Unsung Heroes, we turn our attention to a remarkable individual whose dedication has transformed Lenoir County's recreational landscape. Harold Sutton, Parks Superintendent for Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department, recommended by Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Director Corey Povar, is our Unsung Hero for this week.
Caitlin Waters Crowned 2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County
On Saturday, over $12,000 in scholarships and other gifts were given to the Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County Class of 2024. The Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County program is part of a nationwide effort to recognize, reward, and encourage excellence and education among all young people. Seven senior girls competed for the scholarships. Participants were Gabby Smith, Tiyah Chapman, Leanna Kivett, Shamiah Hall, Grayson Lynch, Kalyn Brock, and Caitlin Waters.
Lenoir County births
The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Letter of Intent Now Open for Lenoir/Greene United Way
Lenoir/Greene United Way invites interested nonprofit organizations to submit a letter of intent to request funding for the 2024 application cycle. Applicants must meet the following guidelines to pursue funding: 501c3 nonprofit organization, Agency in good standing, Meets at least (1) community impact area of Education, Health or Financial Sustainability, Fully complies with required documentation and grant reporting from Lenoir/Greene United Way, Ability to provide measurable goals and outcomes on service population.
Lenoir County Schools responds swiftly to school safety concerns
Lenoir County Public Schools was among several school districts across the state to receive via email today an anonymous, non-specific threat to school safety. Notified immediately by LCPS, local law enforcement began an investigation and, out of an abundance of caution, dispatched additional personnel to our schools to conduct walk-throughs.
Mike Parker: Was I was doing it all wrong?
I recently heard a news report about the push to change how teachers grade their students’ work from a points-based system to a standard-based evaluation. Part of the ideas behind this push for “equity” in grading includes allowing retakes for tests, multiple revisions for essays, and eliminating behavioral considerations such as late work and absences as part of grades.