Man charged with discharging a firearm in the city the same day he purchased the gun. KPD's B-Squad responded to a shots fired call in the area of 800 Airport Road.
16-year-old graduates with diploma, degree in two years at Early College
A month past his 16th birthday, Adi Patel has 1) his driver’s license, 2) his high school diploma and 3) two associate degrees from Lenoir Community College. After just two years at Lenoir County Early College High School – that is, two years out of Woodington Middle School – Adi is heading to North Carolina State University with plans to secure a master’s degree in computer science by the time he’s 19.
KPD partners with LCSO to host Gun Safety Seminar
Good morning, the Kinston Police Department is partnering with the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office, and NC Safe and hosting a Gun Safety Seminar. It will be held on May 23, 2024, at 6:00 pm, at the Kinston Community Center located at 2602 W Vernon Avenue.
SNHU Announces Winter 2024 President's List
It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Winter 2024 President's List. The winter terms run from January to May.
Lenoir County marriages
The following marriage certificates were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Mike Parker: Reading about my ‘mid-life crisis’ made me feel even older
The other day I was skimming some of my old columns when I came across one that made me feel genuinely ancient. I wrote this particular column in 1991 – right around the time my oldest daughter Sara was preparing to leave the state – and me – to start a new life with her husband.
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
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Mathematics Instructor
The Mathematics Instructor is responsible for providing adequate, engaging, and challenging, yet appropriate, mathematics instruction to LCC students through the use of seated, online, and lab courses.
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
Kinston woman charged with attempted murder after stabbing incident
A Kinston woman is behind bars after being charged with attempted first degree murder by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.
Joshua Lewis graduates from Cumberlands
All members of the University of the Cumberlands family wish to congratulate Joshua Lewis of LaGrange on their graduation from the university. Well done, Patriot!
2024 Greene Early College High School Graduates
2024 Greene Early College High School Graduates.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
American Legion Post 43 hosts BBQ chicken plate sale
American Legion Post 43 is hosting a BBQ half-chicken plate sale on Tuesday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 300 N McLewean Street in Kinston.
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Mathematics Instructor
The Mathematics Instructor is responsible for providing adequate, engaging, and challenging, yet appropriate, mathematics instruction to LCC students through the use of seated, online, and lab courses.
Event: Kinston/Lenoir Co. Parks & Recreation-Summer Programs & Activities 2024
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!!