The annual Lights of Love tree lighting ceremony at UNC Health Lenoir Hospital brought warmth and reflection to the community, marking over 30 years of celebrating life, love, and remembrance.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Obituary: Michael James Ward
Michael James Ward, age 68, of Kinston, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Pruitt Health. Graveside services will be held Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 11 am at Pinelawn Memorial Park with Rick Vernon officiating. The family will be receiving friends at home.
GCMS Math Teacher honored by State Organization
In early November, Ricardo Arias, 7th Grade Math Teacher at Greene County Middle School was honored by the North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM) as the Outstanding Secondary Teacher of 2022-2023.
Dance Your Way Down to LCC for Irving Berlin's White Christmas The Musical
The best things happen when you dance your way down to Lenoir Community College for Irving Berling's White Christmas The Musical! Come see this talented cast perform their hearts out for two evenings and four matinee performances!
Public Notice: Kinston Housing Authority - Advertisement for bids
Sealed proposals will be received by the KINSTON HOUSING AUTHORITY for the SIMON BRIGHT SITE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AT NC 004-1 until 4:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2023, and immediately thereafter publicly opened and read for the furnishing of labor, material and equipment entering into the Site Redevelopment Project.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce - President of the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce
The Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce, a 501(c)(6) organization, has been serving Lenoir County since 1911. The Chamber acts as a voice and advocate for the business community regarding economic, community and government issues, and positions Lenoir County as a great place to live, work and play.
Mike Parker: Teacher and innovator recognized as ‘Citizen of the Year’
The Wheat Swamp Ruritan Club, founded in 1956, strives to serve the Wheat Swamp community through community service, promoting citizenship and patriotism, public service, and social development.
N.C. Students Encouraged to Enter 2023 Aviation Art Contest
Break out your art supplies and let your creativity take flight! The N.C. Department of Transportation is now accepting entries for its 2023 North Carolina Aviation Art Contest from elementary-to-high school students.
Greene Early College student accolades
With committed and conscience efforts since the opening of the 2023-2024 school year in August, the entire Greene Early College staff has utilized a variety of initiatives and verbal interactions to promote positivity in the students’ academics, social growth and community consciousness
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 Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to November 27, 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 ($249,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Five Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($262,550.00).
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Adjunct Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology Instructor
The Adjunct Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and industry standard instruction in aviation topics through the use of seated, online, and lab courses. The Instructor is responsible for providing innovative and engaging instruction and ensuring that course topics and examples evolve with advancements in the field. The Instructor reports directly to the Director of Aviation Programs.
Crafting positive narratives in library-supported community growth
In the evolving landscape where libraries transcend their traditional roles, the Neuse Regional Libraries' Let's Connect program stands out as a beacon of hope since its inception on November 1, 2022. At the core of this transformative initiative is Joyce Hawkins, the dedicated social worker and resource specialist for Neuse Regional Libraries
Perry Report: Redistricting, special announcement, & more
Thank you for taking the time to read our latest newsletter. I greatly appreciate your continued support and prayers. Despite our work in Raleigh coming to an end for the year, we will continue to spend time meeting with our constituents, community leaders, and business owners to see how we can best serve them in the 2024 Legislative Short Session.
North Carolina's October Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted October 2023 unemployment rate was 3.4 percent, unchanged from September’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.9 percent.
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 Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to November 27, 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 ($249,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Five Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($262,550.00).
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Adjunct Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology Instructor
The Adjunct Aviation Management and Career Pilot Technology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and industry standard instruction in aviation topics through the use of seated, online, and lab courses. The Instructor is responsible for providing innovative and engaging instruction and ensuring that course topics and examples evolve with advancements in the field. The Instructor reports directly to the Director of Aviation Programs.
Boy Scouts of America donates Thanksgiving dinners to KCHC
The Boy Scouts of America donated Thanksgiving dinners to the Kinston Community Health Center for the second year. For many of us who love Thanksgiving, the good food, and being with family and friends, some individuals and families cannot. But because of the Food Lion Feeds Program, and VFW Post 2771, 15 families will be able to enjoy a meal together.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Crowd pleasing cheeseballs
Cheeseballs are always a crowd pleaser, they can be savory or salty and can be served with sweet or salty crackers, as well as vegetables or fruit. Making and serving a cheeseball can also give you a chance to be creative.
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 Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to November 27, 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 ($249,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Five Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($262,550.00).