In a pivotal decision this afternoon, the City Council of Kinston voted to approve the ordinance establishing a Downtown Kinston Social District. The special meeting convened at 3:00 p.m. to deliberate on this long-anticipated move.
Massey Toyota Hole-In-One Sponsor for LCC Foundation Golf Classic
Massey Toyota is once again the Hole-In-One sponsor of this year’s Lenoir Community College Foundation Golf Classic on Thursday, May 16, at the Kinston Country Club. Massey Toyota will be at the tournament offering each golfer a chance to drive home a brand-new car.
Obituary: Herman Hassell McLawhorn
Herman Hassell McLawhorn, 94, of Kinston, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Funeral services will be held graveside at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the Veterans’ Mausoleum at Pinelawn Memorial Park, 4488 US Highway 70 West, Kinston, NC 28504.
Two arrested in Lenoir County break-In thanks to community help
Thanks to assistance from residents of Lenoir County, two people have been arrested for the April 20 breaking and entering of Hugo Auto Sales.
Greene County Schools Hosts 9th Annual STEM EXPO
Snow HIll – Greene County Schools hosted the 9th Annual STEM Expo on Thursday, April 25. This year the Expo was a multi-site experience with STEM students from Greene Central, GCMS, and GEC leading stations and sharing their creations. Students from West Greene, Snow Hill Primary, and Greene County Intermediate got a first-hand experience of what STEM looks and feels like later in their school career.
Public Notice: Child Find
North Carolina has a continuing CHILD FIND procedure in place to locate all children with disabilities residing in the State, including children with disabilities attending private schools, regardless of the severity of their disability, and who are in need of special education and related services.
Public Notice: Notice for children with disabilities in private/parentally-placed and home-schools
A meeting will be held on May 28, 2024 from 3:30 pm – 4:30 p.m. at Jones County Board of Education, 320 West Jones Street Trenton, NC 28585. The purpose of this meeting is to consult with private schools and parents of parentally placed private school students as well as home-schooled students.
Public Notice: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is being amended
Public Notice The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended.
Felony child abuse charge upgraded to first degree murder
A man who was previously charged with three felony child abuse charges has had one of the charges upgraded to first degree murder.
Major crash on U.S. 70 sends one to ECU Health
A four-vehicle accident slowed traffic this afternoon on a major Lenoir County roadway and sent one patient to ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville via EastCare.
North Lenoir student group earns national community service award
Students at North Lenoir High School have earned a national award for community service from Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.
Obituary: Jimmie Johnson Sanders
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.