On Monday, September 25th, the staff of West Greene Elementary hosted their first Title One event of the 2023-2024 school year, Family Literacy Night, from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Kinston Department of Fire and Rescue Responds to structure fire that sends two to the Jaycee Burn Center in Chapel Hill
On Friday September 29th at 5:05 pm the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a structure fire located at 513 Terminal Street. Battalion 1 arrived on scene and declared a working fire. The individuals that resided at the address had exited out of the house but went back in to the home while initial fire crews were preparing their equipment to attack the fire.
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 Seventy Thousand Dollars ($170,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 9, 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 ($169,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is One Hundred Seventy-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($178,550.00).
LCC grad enters the working world of business with two degrees
Kinston native Katlyn West is making her way through the working world after graduating from Lenoir Community College this year.
Mike Parker: Recruiting special events boosts local business
In astronomy, a syzygy occurs when three or more celestial bodies form a roughly straight-line configuration in a gravitational system. The most common arrangement includes the moon, sun, and another planet aligning to impact the earth’s gravitational forces.
Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kids Awards
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kid Awards!
New rides, new entertainers and loads of new foods on deck for the N.C. State Fair
N.C. State Fair visitors should bring an appetite for fun with four new amusement rides, two new grounds entertainers and over 30 new food items being part of the stellar lineup planned Oct. 12-22 in Raleigh.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Event: Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce - Live, Work, & Thrive in Lenoir County Job Fair
Take the opportunity to "Live, Work, & Thrive in Lenoir County" by visiting the Kinston Community Center Wednesday, October 18th 9am - 1pm. Hosted by the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Down East Protection Systems.
Help wanted: Kinston Housing Authority - Maintenance Mechanic
Performs skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of units and facilities including but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, wall preparation and painting. Beginning Salary: $16.55 per hour or depends on experience and qualifications.
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Grounds Technician
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Grounds Technician. Salary: $31,000 - $39,000 Annually.
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 Seventy Thousand Dollars ($170,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 9, 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 ($169,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is One Hundred Seventy-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($178,550.00).
The Filling Station in Jones County to receive Mission Development Grant
SECU Foundation continues its efforts to build community sustainability through a new round of capacity building grants recently awarded to 14 non-profits through its Mission Development Grant (MDG) program.
Lenoir County Agricultural Fair Returns with New Attractions
The annual Lenoir County Agricultural Fair is set to run from October 3, 2023 to October. 7, 2023. The Lenoir County Agricultural Fair is located at 401 Fairgrounds Road, Kinston, North Carolina.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Grounds Technician
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Grounds Technician. Salary: $31,000 - $39,000 Annually.
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 Seventy Thousand Dollars ($170,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 9, 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 ($169,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is One Hundred Seventy-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($178,550.00).
Moss Hill educator returns ‘home’ to earn Beginning Teacher award
Gabi Register hasn’t been teaching all that long, but she’s been teaching long enough to know hers is a demanding occupation where success depends on attitude as much as aptitude.
Lenoir County Pipe Replacements Planned for October
A couple of drainage pipes are scheduled to be upgraded on U.S. 258 South next week. The roadway near Patterson Road will close the morning of Oct. 2 and is scheduled to reopen the evening of Oct. 4.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Hearty Fall Casseroles and the Lenoir County Fair Casserole Cook-off
Don’t miss your chance to show off your casserole cooking skills at the Lenoir County Agricultural Fair. The fair begins on October 2 and runs through October 7th and is filled with all kinds of fun for the whole family!! The Casserole Cook-Off has become an annual event providing all of you great cooks out there a chance to share your favorite casserole recipes.