As the summer break draws to a close, Lenoir County Public Schools (LCPS) eagerly welcomes back approximately 8,300 K-12 students to 17 educational facilities across Kinston and Lenoir County.
Help Wanted: Community Health Assistant
As a member of the Lenoir County Health Department, you can make a difference! The Health Department is seeking candidates for a Community Health Assistant.
KPD investigating Sunday evening homicide
The Kinston Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred on the evening of Sunday, August 25th, 2024. At approximately 9:13 PM, Kinston Police Officers responded to a report of a person being shot near the 8 building of Mitchell Wooten Apartments, located in Kinston, North Carolina.
Mike Parker: School buses will be rolling soon: Please be alert and obey the law
On May 6 of this year, I heard a report of a school bus crash in Johnston County. My concern was immediate and poignant. Two of my grandchildren attend school in Johnston County. Although I was relieved to learn the crash did not involved with of my grandkids, I was still sadden to learn that eight children were injured when the driver ran off the road for a split second and then lost control of the bus.
Lesley Rigsby: Who Am I
Have you ever asked yourself “Who am I.” For some this is and easy question, but for others not so much. Typically, when people think about introducing someone- It goes something like, “This is Lesley Rigsby. She is the Center Director at the EPIC Center in Kinston.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Help Wanted: Staff Assistant - Dean of Student Services
The Staff Assistant provides various administrative and clerical duties in support of the Dean of Student Services including planning and implementing special projects and activities that are under the Dean’s authority.
EPIC announces EPIC Toss Cornhole Tournament
The EPIC Center is thrilled to announce the upcoming EPIC Toss Cornhole Tournament, scheduled for Saturday, October 5th at Whitford Plantation in New Bern. The event promises a day filled with fun, friendly competition, and community spirit, all while supporting a vital cause—helping women and families in Lenoir and Craven County.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Driven by Determination: A Student’s Journey to CDL Success
John Johnson of Kinston made sacrifices that very few people would to earn his Commercial Driver’s License from Lenoir Community College, but his determination to achieve his goals overshadowed any fears of failure.
Help Wanted: Staff Assistant - Dean of Student Services
The Staff Assistant provides various administrative and clerical duties in support of the Dean of Student Services including planning and implementing special projects and activities that are under the Dean’s authority.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for August 24, 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.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fantastic Fresh Figs
There’s almost nothing better than biting into a plump, ripe fresh fig …which is why you will see this fruit on just about every menu when fig season comes around.
Obituary: Linda “Susan” Kellum Lucas
Linda “Susan” Kellum Lucas, age 70, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Visitation will be held Monday, August 26, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Howard-Carter Funeral Home.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office arrests Kevin Morris after 40-minute standoff.
Following a 40-minute standoff, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Kevin Lee Morris, 41, for attempted murder, robbery with a dangerous weapon and possession of a stolen firearm.
Lenoir County 4-H agents honored at NCAE4-HYDP state meeting
Lenoir County 4-H agents Abbigail Barber and Joel Dixon were recognized for their outstanding contributions during the NCAE4-HYDP (North Carolina Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals) State Meeting in Concord last night.
Greene Early College’s Pamela Gonzalez awarded NC LatinxEd Fellowship
GEC’s college liaison, Mrs. Pamela Gonzalez, is passionate about advancing education equity through early childhood education, post-secondary access, and language justice
Lenoir deputies complete DARE training to enhance drug prevention program
Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers and all the members of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office would like to congratulate Deputy Breanna McWilliams and Deputy Alyssa Wilson in their successful completion of North Carolina Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) officer training.
Event: SAFE's Women’s Health Fair and Market
Get Ready for an Exciting Day at the Women’s Health Fair and Market!
Kristy Kelly: Lost in translation
Life in my forties is a weird time. I’m too young to be old, but way too old to be young. It was quite the conundrum until I spoke to my twenty-three-year-old son. All it took was a single conversation with him to realize that I could no longer claim a youthful existence. I