Two Lenoir County men were arrested — including one hiding in a closet — by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office detectives on Friday.
14-year-old in possession of a weapon of mass destruction arrested
KPD's D-Squad Officers were patrolling the area of Stroud Avenue and Williams Street after reports of subjects "knocking and pushing on vehicles."
Mike Parker: ‘Clara Barton’ celebrates National Nurses Week
On Thursday, May 2, the Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum will combine education and celebration as the CSS Neuse Civil War Museum hosts a first-person presentation by Carolyn Ivanoff on Clara Barton. The program will begin at 6 p.m.
Trillium to launch school-based therapy services
Trillium Health Resources has published a request for information (RFI) on our website for school-based therapy services. These clinicians will offer outpatient therapy for children experiencing mental health issues, intellectual or developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders in each designated school district.
Greene County Middle School to Host 2nd Annual Spring Fling
Snow Hill - On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Greene County Middle School will host its second annual Spring Fling. The focus of this night is to bring together the community, families, and staff all to focus on fun and getting ready for the NC End of Grade Tests.
North Carolina's March Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted March 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, unchanged from February’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.8 percent.
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Chapter 1111 formed at GI Joes Museum
On 4-8-2024 AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Chapter 1111 was chartered at GI Joes Military Museum in Kinston North Carolina. This is the First AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary in Kinston. The Members were sworn in by State Department Chair Doreen Wilburn and Registered by the State Secretary Linda Bonin.
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!
Win big at LCC Foundation Golf Classic with custom putters
If you are a golfer, you won’t want to miss teeing off at the Lenoir Community College Foundation Golf Classic May 16 at the Kinston Country Club as organizers unveil a unique first-place prize.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Kinston native to host third annual Freedom Hill Youth Media Camp
Princeville, N.C. – Kinston native and award-winning film director Resita Cox and her team return to Princeville this summer to host their third annual Freedom Hill Youth Media Camp (FHYMC). Applications are open April 15 - May 31, 2024 for students 14 to 19 years old to apply.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Wake Up Your Taste Buds with the Fresh Bounty of Spring
Spring is here and it’s time to revitalize your taste buds with the fresh bounty of the season! Use fresh seasonal produce for dinners are also low in calories and high in fiber, which is a key combination if you’re looking to maintain a healthy weight. Sheet pan recipes, pastas and veggies, and fruit and chicken salads, are always a favorite. Hope you will find these recipes bright and delicious!!
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
EC Program leader for LCPS honored with state Distinguished Service Award
Vivian Roach, the leader of the Exceptional Children’s Program for Lenoir County Public Schools, is recipient of the Distinguished Service Award presented by the N.C. Department of Public Instruction’s Office of Exceptional Children.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 20, 2024
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market is located at 100 North Heritage Street. The market is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.
Obituary: Tim Colie
Timmy “Tim” Rick Colie, 66, quietly departed this life for life eternal on Tuesday evening, April 16, 2024. A service of love and remembrance will be held at 3:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home on Sunday, April 21, 2024 with Pastor Linda Grider officiating. Committal with military honors will follow at Westview Cemetery. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home on Saturday, April 20, 2024.
18-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder of 15-Year-Old
An 18-year-old has been arrested and charged with a February shooting of a 15-year-old juvenile in La Grange.
LCPS statement on the accidental death
The loss of a student is always tragic. Our first thoughts are for the family of Za’Dok Clark and LCPS extends to them our heartfelt sympathy. The LCPS crisis management team is at Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School today to provide additional counseling and support services for students and staff members and will be there as long as needed.
Snow Hill Primary Names Teacher of the Year
Snow HIll - Snow Hill Primary recently named 1st Grade Teacher, Margaret D’Jernes as this year’s Teacher of the Year. She graduated in 2017 and joined the staff at SHP immediately following. She shared that she completed her clinical teaching experiences at SHP and fell in love with the community so as soon as she had a chance she wanted to return to Snow Hill.
Greene Central inducts new members in the National Technical Honor Society
Snow Hill - The Greene Central High School National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) chapter inducted 64 new members on Thursday, April 11th at a ceremony in the Greene Central High School gymnasium. Membership in the National Technical Honor Society is highly selective and based on academic achievement, character, leadership, and dedication to the pursuit of excellence in a specific career or technical field.