Mr. Jimmie Johnson Sanders, age 86, passed away Sunday morning, April 28, 2024, at Wickshire Assisted Living in Charlotte. A private funeral service will be held for the immediate family.
50 Year Old Dover Man Struck by Vehicle
KPD Officers responded to a report of a pedestrian stuck by a motor on the 1900 block of Towerhill Road. Officers arrived on scene and located the pedestrian, (50 year old male from Dover) and the driver Anthony Belcher (50 of Snow Hill)
Mike Parker: “A Snapshot of Kinston & Lenoir County during WWII” debuts May 10
“A Snapshot of Kinston & Lenoir County During WWII,” Cliff Tyndall’s eagerly anticipated new book, will debut on Friday, May 10, with a series of activities hosted by the Queen Street Deli. The book signing will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Greene County Schools Participates in NC Science Festival
Greene County Schools took part in the North Carolina Science Festival. The Science Festival is a month-long state-wide series of events that are coordinated and promoted by the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center in Chapel Hill. Events were also sponsored by Duke Energy and several other community partners.
Obituary: Ruby Estelle Morton Pittman
Ruby Estelle Morton Pittman, 95, of Atlantic Beach formerly of Kinston passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at The Landings of Swansboro. A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Garner Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin after the visitation with Pastor Chris Truett officiating. The burial will be held following the funeral service at Westview Cemetery.
Parkinson's Support Group hosts awareness walk at UNC Health Lenoir
Members of the Kinston Parkinson's Support Group gathered at the walking trail of UNC Health Lenoir this April for their annual walk to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease, a tradition dating back to 2008.
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Biology Instructor
The Biology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, and through creative biology labs as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements. Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - English/Humanities Instructor
The English/Humanities Instructor is responsible for providing quality, college-level instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, one-on-one instruction, and whole group methods for students to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment.
New lounge and music venue "The Proof" opened in Kinston
A new lounge and music venue named The Proof is poised to make its mark in Kinston, offering a fresh space for live music and community engagement. The Proof is located at 220 N Herritage Street.
Free Bicycle Helmets Coming Soon
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation plans this spring to provide thousands of bike helmets to children across the state to reduce serious injuries and save lives.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
La Grange Public Library Introduces New Programming and Materials for Those Experiencing Memory Loss
Public Libraries succeed when they provide access to materials and services that reflect existing needs within their communities. This includes the entire population, which is a challenge that Neuse Regional Libraries consistently embrace. When NRL received a Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC):
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - English/Humanities Instructor
The English/Humanities Instructor is responsible for providing quality, college-level instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, one-on-one instruction, and whole group methods for students to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment. Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Biology Instructor
The Biology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, and through creative biology labs as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements. Salary: Depends on Qualifications
LCC Foundation's Symphonic Winds set to enchant audience at Spring concert
The Lenoir Community College Foundation's Symphonic Winds ensemble is poised to captivate audiences with a melodic blend of musical masterpieces.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 27, 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.
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.