Registration Ongoing for Day Camps, Swimming Lessons, Swim Teams, Tennis Clinics, Summer Baseball & Volleyball, and KCC Specialty Camps!
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - GEAR UP SUCCESS Coach and Student Activities Coordinator
The GEAR UP Success Coach and Student Activities Coordinator will support first-year college students from designated high schools guided by GEAR UP goals and objectives. Salary: $40K - $47K Annually
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Qualified Assistant of Basic Law Enforcement Training/Instructor
The Qualified Assistant of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)/Instructor will assist the Director of Public Safety with the planning and development of strategies for continuing education and curriculum programs involving law enforcement training, certifications, and renewals. Salary range is: $48,000 - $52,000 annually
Lenoir County births
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:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Freshen Up Your Spring Recipes with Mint!
Several years ago, I purchased fresh mint from the Master Gardeners at the very famous Annual Plant Sale, and to my surprise and delight the mint has returned each year looking better than the year before!! The very popular fresh herb is currently in season and is no longer used just for Derby parties and making julips!!
E.B. Frink’s Chadwick Stokes earns history teacher award nomination
National History Day® (NHD) is proud to announce the teachers honored as the 2024 Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year nominees. Each NHD affiliate may nominate one middle school teacher and one high school teacher per year for this prestigious award. In addition to celebrating outstanding history scholarship and innovative classroom instruction, the award comes with a $10,000 cash prize.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for May 18, 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: Faye Daughety Tyndall
Faye Daughety Tyndall, 77, of Deep Run, NC passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at UNC Lenoir Health Care.Graveside services will be held 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Obituary: Clifton Hardy Duke III
Clifton Hardy Duke III "Cliff" , age 77, went to be with Jesus on May 16, 2024. There will be a graveside service to celebrate his life at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Westview Cemetery in Kinston with visitation after the service.
Mother Earth Spirits triumphs at 2024 SIP Awards
Mother Earth Spirits, a local company from Kinston, North Carolina, has brought home several awards from the 2024 SIP Awards, showcasing their excellence in craft spirits.
Local VFW Post 2771 to honor veterans with flag tribute
The local VFW Post 2771 invites community members to help place flags on veteran graves in Lenoir County on May 18, 2025. Volunteers will meet at the Walk of Honor before dispersing to the graveyards. The VFW encourages as many people as possible to join this tribute.
Grand opening celebration of Lakes RV & Cabin Resort marks a milestone in Maysville’s tourism industry
The charming Town of Maysville is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Lakes RV & Cabin Resort, a premier destination nestled amidst the serene beauty of nature. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on May 18, 2024, at 11:00 am, marking a significant milestone in the town’s tourism industry.
Service Club at ECI Donates $1,000 to LCC Scholarship Fund
The Service Club at Eastern Correctional Institution presented a $1,000 to the Lenoir Community College Foundation Scholarship Program.
Obituary: Alben Thomas Lokey, III
Alben Thomas Lokey, III, of Knoxville, TN, formerly from Kinston, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024. Funeral Services will be conducted Friday, May 17, at 3PM at Edwards Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Covered trailer stolen from Lenoir County Cooperative Extension office
MISSING TRAILER!!! This covered trailer was stolen from the Lenoir County Cooperative Extension office over the weekend (May 10-11) if anyone has any information or has seen anything please call our office at 252-527-2191.
Kinston High’s Kyonna Kelly chosen for selective Greenhouse Scholarship
Kyonna Kelly relished being in the backcourt, leading the Kinston High School women’s team from her point guard position; but, otherwise, the graduating senior prefers the back row, out of the public eye. She’s had to step up her public relations game since being named a winner of the selective Greenhouse Scholarship.
Kinston man charged with attempted murder after shooting incident
A 68-year-old Kinston man is in custody after being charged with attempted first degree murder by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.
Stolen vehicle crashes, one dead, driver faces murder charge
On May 15th, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Officers with the Kinston Police Department received a report of a stolen vehicle in the area of Old Snow Hill Rd. Officers began searching the area and located the car parked in the U.S. Mini Mart parking lot, 1404 Old Snow Hill Rd. Kinston, N.C.
Kristy Kelly: The complex role of churches in my life
As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, I embark on a series of personal columns detailing my journey toward improved mental well-being.
Greene Early College LCC graduates
The following Greene Early College High School students graduated from Lenoir Community College on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at LCC: