We've had quite a productive month as we've officially convened for short session: voting on legislation, working in committees, and engaging with constituents to help them navigate the complexities of state government.
Reginald Stroud Wins $1,000 Prize from Neuse Regional Libraries
Reginald Stroud, left, accepts the $1,000 prize from Melanie Morgan, Director of the Libraries at Neuse Regional Libraries. The annual Friends of the Library raffle provides support towards library programming.
Public Notice: Trenton Volunteer Fire Department - Call of Special Information Meeting
A special information meeting regarding Trenton Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., a North Carolina Corporation, is hereby called to be held on the 3rd day of June, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Trenton Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. at 436 Hwy. 58 North, Trenton, NC in Jones County.
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Instructional Assistant – Continuing Education
The Instructional Assistant for Continuing Education provides support for all aspects of the division performing office duties as needed to facilitate the business of the educational unit in providing services for students.
Public Notice: City of Kinston - FY 2024-2025 Budget - Notice of Public Hearing
The public is hereby advised that per G.S. 159-12, the City Manager has submitted the proposed budget for the City of Kinston for FY 2024-2025 to the Mayor and the City Council.
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Instructional Assistant – Arts and Sciences
The Instructional Assistant for Arts and Sciences provides support to the instructors who teach in the Arts and Sciences area and to the Dean of Arts and Sciences.
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. Undergoes Successful Surgery
Dr. Murphy underwent a successful 5-hour surgery today and is resting comfortably.
NCDMV Unveils State’s Most Secure Licenses, IDs Ever
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announces it will begin issuing new driver licenses, permits and identification cards featuring the latest in card security design and construction specifically intended to combat fraud.
Lenoir County Government release on departmental closures and moving schedule
The following Lenoir County Government departments will be closed on their respective moving day (listed below) due to migration of employees, phones, equipment, computers, etc., which requires necessary downtime:
KPD: Kinston man arrested on warrants and gun charges
Officers on C-Squad conducted a traffic stop with Sincere Teach (25 of Kinston). During the traffic stop officers discovered Teach was wanted for several Orders for Arrest. Teach was placed under arrest and officers conducted a probable cause search of the vehicle.
North Carolina's April Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted April 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, unchanged from March’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.9 percent
LCC grad pursues dream of becoming a veterinarian
Every success story is a testament to dedication, hard work, and support of a nurturing educational environment. This is particularly true for Sarah White of Kinston, a determined and passionate student whose journey from taking a veterinary assistant class to being accepted into a prestigious veterinary school serves as an inspiration to many aspiring veterinarians.
Justin Tilghman: Path to Purpose – Part 4 – Building Resilience
Welcome to the fourth part of our series, "Path to Purpose." After diving into self-confidence last month, we now turn to a crucial aspect of personal development and well-being: building resilience.
Public Notice: Wyse Fork Volunteer Fire Department, Inc - Call of Special Information Meeting
A special information meeting regarding the Wyse Fork Volunteer Fire Department, Inc, a North Carolina Corporation, is hereby called to be held on the 30th day of May 2024 at 7:00 pm at the Wyse Fork Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. located at 6936 Wyse Fork Rd, Dover, NC.
Officer-Involved Shooting Leads to Arrest of Goldsboro Man on Multiple Charges
On May 23, 2024, Kinston Police attempted to arrest Demetrius Williams, 36, of Goldsboro, resulting in an officer-involved shooting and a subsequent vehicle pursuit. Williams, who was found with a firearm, marijuana, and cocaine in his vehicle, was charged with multiple felonies and placed in Lenoir County Jail without bond. The NC SBI is assisting with the investigation into the shooting while the department conducts its own internal review.
Teen Killed in Memorial Day Celebration Shooting at Bill Fay Park
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.
Mike Parker: Remember the reason for Memorial Day
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.
2023-2024 SECU Bridge to Career Scholarship recipients honored
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 SECU Bridge to Career Scholarship recipients who were recently honored.
New Lenoir County Corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Public Notice: Jones County Government - Maysville Fire Tax Increase Proposal
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.