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South Lenoir High Second Semester Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government - Maintenance Mechanic
As a Maintenance Mechanic with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Buildings and Grounds Department is seeking motivated candidates who can perform a variety of semiskilled tasks in at least two moderately complex trades.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government Health Department - Administrative Assistant II
As a member of the Lenoir County Government Health Department, you can make a difference! The Health Department is seeking candidates for an Administrative Assistant II.
Convicted felon with firearm flees from officers
On Monday, July 1, 2024, Officers observed Eddie Mills (50 of Kinston) driving erratically on N Rochelle Blvd and attempted to conduct a traffic stop.
NCDOT drops plan to remove traffic lights on Queen Street
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has dropped its plan to remove several traffic lights on Queen Street in Kinston after residents and city council members expressed concerns at a public hearing. While DOT argued that the removal would improve traffic flow, opponents cited potential problems for pedestrians and handicapped individuals.
Kinston man arrested for indecent liberties with a child
On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, KPD Officers responded to a residence in regards to a sexual assault of a minor that occurred previously. Kinston Police Detectives conducted an investigation and obtained warrants on Tony Gooding (42 of Kinston) for Indecent Liberties with a Child.
Senator Jim Perry Announces Resignation from NC Senate
RALEIGH, N.C. — Senator Jim Perry, a Republican representing District 2, announced his resignation from the North Carolina Senate effective immediately. Perry, who has served since his appointment in January 2019, cited the completion of the short session and personal reflections on his time in office as reasons for his departure.
Downtown Kinston Revitalization to Host Fourth of July Celebration
A Fourth of July event will be held on Thursday, July 4, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Pearson Park.
Western Carolina University Spring 2024 Chancellor's List
Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,400 students named to the Chancellor's List for Spring 2024. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours.
Op-Ed: Sheriff calls for congressional action on non-opioid pain management
As a sheriff in rural North Carolina and a staunch advocate for the health and well-being of our residents, I am profoundly aware of the devastating challenges posed by the opioid crisis. Shockingly, the most recent public data available shows that nearly 12 North Carolinians lost their lives each day to drug overdoses in 2022, underscoring the urgent need for action.
Ribbon cutting ceremony held for new Greene County EMS Station 3
North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region posted the following on Friday: Today, local and county leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was held for the new Greene County EMS Station 3 on Highway 903 North in Snow Hill.
Cash earns North Carolina Certified Economic Developer Certification
Trey Cash, Economic Development Director, has achieved the status of North Carolina Certified Economic Developer.
Lenoir County Learning Academy Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
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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
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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.