Congratulations to the following students:
Southwood Elementary Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
Southeast Elementary Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government - Maintenance Mechanic V
As a Maintenance Mechanic V with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Buildings and Grounds Department is seeking motivated candidates who can supervise skilled workers in a general maintenance setting.
Virginia man driving a stolen vehicle leads officers on a vehicle pursuit
Officers from KPD's B-Squad received information related to a vehicle being driven with a stolen license plate. Officers located the vehicle in the area of W King Street and S Herritage Street. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop and the driver failed to stop and fled from officers.
Goldsboro woman arrested for CCG & Resisting a Arrest
Officers responded to 110 W Blount Street for crowd control as patrons were leaving J's Place. Officers received reports that Andrea Broadie (33 of Goldsboro, NC) was unlawfully carrying a concealed firearm. Initially, Broadie refused to comply with the officer's investigation.
Obituary: Ruth Taylor Howard
Ruth Taylor Howard, 98, of Kinston, passed away, Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at UNC Lenoir Healthcare. A Graveside Service will be conducted Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 11:30am at Pinelawn Memorial Park with the Rev. David Harrington officiating. The family will receive friends at Edwards Funeral Home from 10:00 - 11:00am prior to the service.
Snow Hill Man arrested for B&E to motor vehicle
KPD's D-Squad responded to the 700 block of Harding Avenue for a report of a vehicle B&E. Officers arrived in the area and located the offender, Zaire Corbitt (21 of Snow Hill, NC).
Obituary: Phyllis Taylor Jones
Phyllis Taylor Jones, age 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2024, surrounded by her family. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 2pm at The Way Church, 1205 Lynn Dr, Kinston, NC 28504.
Mike Parker: Historic Harmony Hall ceremony welcomes new citizens
Most of us celebrate the Fourth of July as a way to honor The Declaration of Independence – the document that officially declared the 13 colonies as independent from Great Britain. We consider July 4th as the birthday of our nation.
Help Wanted: Lenoir Community College Chief Information Officer
The Chief Information Officer at Lenoir Community College is responsible for overseeing the Information Technology Department and leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive information technology strategy that supports the educational and administrative objectives of the College.
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Name Not So Unique
The Bucklesberry farm community does not hold a registered trademark on its name, unusual as it is. And it certainly is not the first to have this name. Not so unique, there are a number of places in North Carolina and across the pond (England) with variations of the same name, including "Buckleberry," "Bucklebury," "Bucklersbury," "Bucklesbury," and "Bucklesberie."
Downtown Kinston Social District Ribbon Cutting
The City of Kinston is excited to announce the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the opening of the Downtown Kinston Social District. The event will take place Wednesday, July 3rd, at 11:00 AM. The event will take place at the corner of W. North and N. Queen Street, with remarks by elected officials followed by the ribbon cutting at 11:15 AM.
Help Wanted: Lenoir Community College Chief Information Officer
The Chief Information Officer at Lenoir Community College is responsible for overseeing the Information Technology Department and leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive information technology strategy that supports the educational and administrative objectives of the College.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Local students selected for $14,000 Golden LEAF Foundation scholarships
The Golden LEAF Foundation announced that 215 rural North Carolina students were selected to receive up to a $14,000 Golden LEAF Scholarship, including seven in Lenoir County and one in Greene County.
House for Sale: 1703 Sunset Avenue
Come unwind at 1703 Sunset Avenue! This gorgeous brick home with circular driveway sits on a very quiet street near the Kinston Country Club. On a busy day, the street may see 12 cars. The time it will see more than that? It will be when you entertain your guests. 4292 square feet, 5 bedrooms and 3 and a half bathrooms and a 2-car garage provide all the space you will ever need for your family and friends. Sponsored by Walter Poole Realty / Brooks Poole, Realtor.
Western Carolina University Spring 2024 Dean's List
Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,000 students named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours. The following local students made this semester Dean's List:
School of Rock The Musical Set to Join the Lenoir Community College Performing Arts Series
School of Rock The Musical is based on the Paramount movie written by Mike White with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. This electric show follows the journey of Dewey Finn, a down-on-his-luck musician who poses as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for June 29, 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. Most vendors accept EBT and Sunbucks, plus major credit cards.