2023 Arendell Parrott Academy National Honor Society Inductees Parrott Academy National Honor Society inducted thirty-six new members on October 26th. APA NHS consists of sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have a cumulative weighted
Man arrested for break-in at Banks Elementary School
A man was arrested Friday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for a break-in at Banks Elementary School that occurred Oct. 27.
Mike Parker: SALUTE! Tribute Show honors veterans
At 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11, the auditorium lights will dim and the stage lights will come up in force as the SALUTE! Tribute Show kicks off a high-energy show to honor area veterans.
Eastern student Eduar Morales of Deep Run reflects on community service
The Center for Community Engagement (CCE) at Eastern Connecticut State University provides ample opportunities for students to volunteer in the University's hometown of Willimantic. From supporting after-school programs to serving in the local soup kitchen and much more, Eastern students contribute in myriad ways to help alleviate many societal issues.
Commemoration for Governor Richard Caswell Living History Program
The life and times of Gov. Richard Caswell will be celebrated Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Gov. Richard Caswell Memorial in Kinston, N.C.
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 Two Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Dollars ($228,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to November 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 ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($227,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Thirty Nine Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($239,450.00).
Kinston/Lenoir Co. Parks & Recreation-Winter Programs Registration
Winter recreation programs registration begins November 1 and ends November 17! Winter Programs include city/county basketball, track and field and gymnastics!
Public Notice: Greene Lamp Community Action Agency - Intent to File an Application
Greene Lamp Community Action Agency serves to notify you of the intent to apply for funding from the Office of Economic Opportunity and NC Department of Health and Human Services to operate the Community Services Block Grant Program for FY 2024-2025 in Lenoir County, NC.
Lenoir County marriages
The following is a list of couples who have recently gotten married in Lenoir County:
Kick Off the Holiday Season with Lenoir Community College's Production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical
The holiday season is fast approaching, and Lenoir Community College is gearing up to bring a dose of holiday cheer to the community with its upcoming production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical for two evenings and four matinees in December.
Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid 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!
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 Two Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Dollars ($228,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to November 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 ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($227,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Thirty Nine Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($239,450.00).
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update November 4, 2023
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for November 4, 2023. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
Supporting October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
On Friday, October 19th, Teacher Victoria Nobles, HOSA members Jeidy Tevalan and Kayla Guzman delivered 18 gift bags to ECU Oncology to be distributed to women in breast cancer treatment.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: What to do with leftover Halloween candy
Don’t need all that Leftover Halloween Candy? Here’s What You Can Do With It!!! Buy too much Halloween Candy? Or maybe you had less Trick-or-Treaters? It’s so easy to pick up those tiny little candy bar treats if you have them in a bowl at home after Halloween.
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 Two Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Dollars ($228,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to November 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 ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($227,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Thirty Nine Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($239,450.00).
Obituary: William Frederick Simpson, Jr.
William Frederick Simpson, Jr. was called home on November 1, 2023. Service will be held at Pink Hill Funeral Home, 1056 N NC Highway 11, Pink Hill, NC 28572 at 3:00 pm on Sunday, November 5, 2023 with Reverend Hank Jarman officiating. Graveside services with military honors will follow at Oak Ridge Memorial Park, 985 N NC Highway 11, Pink Hill, NC 28572 and visitation will follow at the graveside.
Kinston Police Department seek information in overnight shooting
On Friday, November 3, 2023, at approximately 2:40 a.m., members of the Kinston Police Department responded to the area of E. Shine St. and East St. in reference to a report of a person who had been shot.
Neuse Barbell Club: Where fitness meets community in Kinston
Ashley Dawson, the mastermind behind Neuse Barbell Club, has opened up a new fitness center with a mission. Offering weight lifting, cardio gymnastics, biometrics, and overall functional fitness, the Neuse Barbell Club aims to bring a refreshing approach to exercise that caters to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Multi-family sale and consignment
There will be a multi-family yard sale and consignment on Friday, November 3rd and 4th at 1802 S. 258 HWY.