Help wanted: Kinston Housing Authority - Staff Accountant. Starting Salary $40,019.20 annually or depending on experience.
Kinston man arrested on drug, weapon charges
Detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office SCARR (Street Crimes and Rapid Response) unit were conducting proactive enforcement in the Pauls Path Road area of Kinston on Wednesday following resident complaints.
Harmony Hall Christmas Open House is Sunday
Freshly decked out for the holidays, one of the oldest homes in Lenoir County and the oldest building in Kinston will be open to the public Sunday afternoon for an event that includes refreshments and a raffle for more than a dozen items.
Danny Rice honored with Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award
At the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners meeting on November 20, 2023, Danny Rice received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Governor of North Carolina. Established in 1963, this accolade is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service and outstanding accomplishments in their contributions to the state and local communities.
Humphrey presents Allstate Agency Hands in the Community to LCC
Allstate Agent and NC Representative Chris Humphrey, second from left, presents an Allstate “Agency Hands in the Community” grant in the amount of $1,000 to Lenoir Community College President Dr. Rusty Hunt.
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 Seventy-Eight Thousand Dollars ($278,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to December 7, 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 ($277,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($291,950.00).
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Maysville to cut ribbon on state-of-the-art water treatment project
In May 2019, The Town of Maysville was part of a campaign administered by the PFAS Testing Network and administered through the UNC System to allow its drinking water to be tested for a suite of 50-55 PFAS compounds.
Perry seeks return to NC Senate
On Monday, Senator Jim Perry (R-Lenoir, Craven, Beaufort) announced that he will seek a third full term in the North Carolina Senate.
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 Seventy-Eight Thousand Dollars ($278,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to December 7, 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 ($277,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($291,950.00).
Help wanted: Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library - Facilities manager
An employee in this class supervises and performs routine maintenance duties in the cleaning and upkeep of library buildings, facilities, and grounds. Duties include physically strenuous activities and regular courier service. Hourly/Salary: $33,280
Chick-Fil-A to close December 30, 2023 for major remodel project
We will be closing our restaurant on Saturday, December 30, 2023 for a major remodel project. This remodel will increase our kitchen size and capacity, provide a covered double lane drive thru around the building, increase our interior drive thru service area and expand our indoor dining area. We are very excited for the changes and improvements.
Obituary: Kathleen Ward Spence
Kathleen Ward Spence, 72, of Kinston, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at UNC Lenoir Healthcare. The family will receive friends at Edwards Funeral Home from 5 - 7pm on Thursday, November 30, 2023.
Obituary: James Franklin Poer
James Franklin Poer, 73, of Kinston passed away at his home on November 21, 2023. Celebration of life service with military honors will be held at 3:00 pm Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Howard-Carter Funeral Home with Reverend Jimmy Sowers officiating. Visitation to follow celebration of life.
Harp & Dill’s bids farewell; restaurant to close at the end of the year
Harp & Dill’s to close December 31, 2023
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 Seventy-Eight Thousand Dollars ($278,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to December 7, 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 ($277,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($291,950.00).
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
SECU Presents Scholarships to LCC Students
State Employees Credit Union recently presented the State Employees Credit Union Foundation Scholarship to Lenoir Community College students Marlen Ramirez-Ortiz of Deep Run, and Kenady Yates of Kinston.
Mower thief caught on camera, KPD seeks help
KPD is currently attempting to identify the subject in the photograph. It was reported that he stole the mower from a resident of our community.
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 Seventy-Eight Thousand Dollars ($278,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to December 7, 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 ($277,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($291,950.00).