On May 26, 2024, Kinston Police responded to a shooting at Bill Fay Park during a Memorial Day celebration, resulting in the death of 17-year-old Dzyer Gooding. The Kinston Police Department is actively investigating the incident and seeking community assistance. Mayor Don D. Hardy extended his deepest condolences to the Gooding family, expressing the community's shared grief and commitment to addressing gun violence.
Today is Memorial Day, a day set aside to remember and reflect. In its beginning, this day bore the title “Decoration Day” because of the post-Civil War practice of decorating the graves of the fallen from that war.
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 SECU Bridge to Career Scholarship recipients who were recently honored.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
The Maysville Fire and EMS invites all community members to attend a public meeting to discuss the proposed 0.02% increase in the fire tax rate.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
First annual MAY “Spring in Bloom” Fest of Maysville, NC was held on May 18, 2024 on the grounds of the Maysville Methodist Church across from Frost Park
Chris Deutsch of La Grange, North Carolina, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Deutsch was initiated at Florida Institute of Technology
We have officially reconvened in Raleigh for the 2024 Legislative Short Session, dedicating ourselves to a full agenda that includes committee meetings, legislative research, casework, direct constituent communications, and various other commitments.
Maxson Mitchell Outlaw, child of Mitchell and Kayla Outlaw and child of God, exchanged the embraces of his earthly parents for the embrace of his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. A celebration of Maxson’s life will be held at Bethel Free Will Baptist Church at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. A private committal will be held.
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.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Memorial Day is an American Holiday always observed on the last Monday of May, the day serves to honor the men and women who dies while serving the United States military.
The Friends of the Homeless Shelter in Kinston has been graced with a new mural titled "Tree of Hope," painted by local artist Jamil Burton. This vibrant piece is more than just a splash of color on a wall; it is a symbol of community, resilience, and the shared journey of hope.
The Barrister Irish Pub, in collaboration with Mother Earth Brewing, will host a Memorial Day Ruck event on Monday, May 27. This rain-or-shine event promises a day of remembrance, physical activity, and community spirit.
Did you know that lung cancer is the second leading cause of cancer occurrence in both men and women and the leading cause of cancer deaths? You may qualify for a FREE lung cancer screening if you are between the ages of 50 and 80 years old and are a current or past smoker.
Mr. William Anthony (Bill) Lawson, Sr., affectionately known as “Uncle Bill” by many, recently celebrated his 100th birthday at the Kinston Community Center with family and friends.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Psyonic, a company specializing in advanced bionic limbs, has partnered with EastPoint Prosthetics & Orthotics to enhance the lives of amputees around the world. This partnership aims to make cutting-edge prosthetic technology more accessible and affordable.
As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, I embarked on a series of personal columns detailing my journey toward improved mental well-being. Having spent a lifetime in survival mode, envisioning the future's potential remains a challenge for me.
Jones County has been awarded funding in the amount of $100,000 by the NC Department of Public Safety, to conduct a flood study of Jones County, specifically of flood prone areas along the Trent River. Engineers and associated personnel will gather data, analyze the causes of flooding, and devise strategies to mitigate future occurrences. Anticipated outcomes of the study include actionable measures aimed at reducing flooding along the Trent River in Jones County.
