On September 7, 2024, at approximately 1:39 p.m., officers on B-Squad responded to a single vehicle crash in the parking lot of Walmart. Officers arrived on scene and located the driver, Randy Powell (43 of Lenoir County) unresponsive.
Police ask for help identifying man in lottery ticket theft
The KPD is currently attempting to identify the subject in the photo. It was reported that he stole lottery tickets from the Murphy Express.
Mike Parker: NC Election Season now open
As of Friday, September 6, North Carolina’s election process kicked off with mailing absentee ballots to those who request them. The deadline for voter registration is 5 p.m. on October 11. In-person early voting, with same-day registration, begins on October 17 and runs through 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 2. Of course, November 5 is in-person voting in the General Election.
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Adjunct Welding Technology Instructor
The Adjunct Welding Technology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and industry standard instruction in welding topics through the use of seated, online, and lab courses.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Two Lenoir County students win state AMVETS Americanism contest awards
AMVETS POST 1111 is proud to announce the winners of two State Americanism contests sponsored by the AMVETS, that were recently awarded here in Lenoir County. Paitley Rouse and mother Mindy were present at an awards ceremony at GI Joes Military Museum where she was awarded a monetary award for her Flag Coloring Contest Entry.
Arendell Parrott Academy Kicks Off 60th Year with Family and Tradition
Arendell Parrott Academy kicked off its 60th year Thursday with a Founders Day celebration featuring Susan Parrott, sister of the school’s namesake. Parrott shared stories of her family’s role in creating the school in memory of her late brother, Arendell. The ceremony also included the induction of the 2024-2025 Honor Council, honoring the Academy’s tradition of integrity. Dr. Ike Southerland, the longest-serving Head of School, reflected on the school’s growth and lasting legacy.
Partnership for Children of Lenoir & Greene Counties Celebrates Smart Start Month
Governor Roy Cooper proclaims September as Smart Start Month. This proclamation acknowledges the Smart Start Network's commitment for over thirty years to ensuring all North Carolina’s young children enter school healthy and prepared for success. The Partnership for Children of Lenoir & Greene Counties is a proud member of the Smart Start Network.
Show off your cooking skills at the 2024 N.C. State Fair Home Chef Challenge
RALEIGH - The N.C. State Fair is known for its tasty treats and promotion of local commodities and other national products. One of its featured events highlights those specialties in the form of fun, family-friendly cooking challenges.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Adjunct Welding Technology Instructor
The Adjunct Welding Technology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and industry standard instruction in welding topics through the use of seated, online, and lab courses.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Government Health Department - Business Officer
As a member of the Lenoir County Government Health Department, you can make a difference! The Health Department is seeking candidates for a Business Officer. The Business Officer is responsible for the organization and supervision of fiscal and budgetary operations of the Department.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Transit - Part-time Vehicle Operator
As a member of the Lenoir County Government Transit Department, you can make a difference! The Transit Department is seeking candidates for a Part-time Vehicle Operator. Candidates work involves the operation of a van or other vehicles to ensure safe transportation of passengers to and from various destinations.
Dedication Ceremony for the Jones County Charters of Freedom Set for September 23rd at 1:00pm
TRENTON – The Declaration of Independence, United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Civil Rights Amendments are coming to Jones County thanks to the combined efforts of the County, working with Foundation Forward, Inc. of Burke County, NC. These founding documents, known as The Charters of Freedom, are being permanently installed at the Jones County Civic Center, located at 832 NC Hwy 58 South, Trenton, NC 28585.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds: