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.
Chris Humphrey: HWY 58 Connector, April Newsletter
I hope you and your family are doing well. We're back in Raleigh as the 2024 Legislative Short Session has officially convened this week. They call it "short" because it's only supposed to last a few months, as we're making tweaks to the State Budget and addressing emerging policy issues of a time-sensitive nature. Stay tuned for more updates on our social media pages in the coming months.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Shrimp, The “Most” Popular Shellfish
Seafood, and many of types of seafood are consumed in larger amounts when the weather warms up, most of us still do not eat as much seafood as is recommended. Here are some suggestions for changing that and some reasons to start with shrimp.
Kinston man arrested on fentanyl distribution charges
A 32-year-old man was arrested earlier this week on fentanyl distribution charges.
LCSO request for assistance from public
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the aid of the public in identifying two suspects.
Vivian Howard reimagines Chef & the Farmer experience
After a transformative journey spanning nearly two decades, Chef Vivian Howard has announced a new chapter for her renowned establishment, Chef & the Farmer. Originally opened in 2006, the restaurant gained acclaim for its innovative take on "country" cuisine in an unexpected setting.
Public Notice: Town of La Grange, NC - Public Hearing On Request For Annexation
Notice is hereby given that on the 6ᵗʰ day of May 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the La Grange Town Hall, 203 South Center Street, La Grange, North Carolina, the Town Council of the Town of La Grange will conduct a public hearing on the question of annexing the following described property, requested in a petition filed pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 160A-31:
Greene County Schools’ 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year
On Friday, April 19, Greene County Schools named Ms. Joanne Duncan as the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. Ms. Duncan teaches Culinary Arts at Greene Central High School. She was wonderfully surprised and brought to tears with the news during an event her students were catering for the Greene County School Board of Education and Greene Central High School student leaders.
Greg Murphy, M.D.: April updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter here.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government Health Department - Animal Control Officer
As a member of the Lenoir County Government Health Department, you can make a difference! The Health Department is seeking candidates for an Animal Control Officer. Hiring Range: $33,095 - $50,357
Kinston Police apprehend armed suspects at St. Johns Village Apartment Complex
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at approximately 1 p.m., members of the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of an individual armed with a handgun on the campus of Kinston High School. Upon receiving this information, the school resource officer and staff members initiated lockdown protocols, and numerous officers responded to the scene to locate the individual.
Suspect arrested after armed robbery at Kinston convenience store
A Kinston man has been arrested after he robbed a convenience store early this morning. Marshall Grady, 21, of Will Baker Road in Kinston, robbed the Speedway at 1608 U.S. Highway 258 South, Kinston at gunpoint at 2:42 a.m. today. He left with stolen money from the store.
LCSO: Armed robbery on 258 South - Suspect has been apprehended
The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office, the LCSO's Special Response Team and the Kinston Police Department tracked the suspect to 508 E New Bern Rd.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Volunteers play an important role at UNC Health Lenoir
This year as we celebrate National Volunteer Week, April 21-27, we would like to thank our Volunteers for their gift of time. Volunteering of one’s time is one of the most direct ways people can give back and make a difference in their community.
Early College senior earns top A&T merit scholarship
When Shamiah Hall awoke in the wee hours of Friday morning to work on a project, she checked her email out of habit. The message she found there may well have opened the door to her future – word that she had won a full-ride merit scholarship to her college of choice, North Carolina A&T State University.
Kinston Police apprehend suspect in indecent exposure incident at park
On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at approximately 7 p.m., members of the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of an individual inappropriately touching himself near 108 W. North Street, Kinston. As officers arrived, they attempted to contact the suspect, Anthony Briggs, 38, of Kinston
Memorial Garden Dedication Ceremony celebrates downtown beautification efforts
A dedication ceremony was held at the corner of W. North and Mitchell Streets. Adopted from the city, a once-vacant lot bloomed with a memorial garden, honoring the late Ms. Shirley Herring's dedication to beautifying downtown. This three-year endeavor was funded by donations.
Jones County receives funding boost for downtown revitalization projects
RALEIGH: The North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 31 grant requests to local governments totaling $10,982,835, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The requests include commitments to create a total of 565 jobs, 135 of which were previously announced. The public investment in these projects will attract more than $211 million in public and private investment.
Lenoir County births
The following Birth certificate records obtained from the Lenoir County Register of Deeds database list the mother's maiden name. In some cases, only one parent is listed:.