Obituary - Robert Brient Stilley

GRANTHAM - Robert Brient Stilley, 72, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at UNC Health Rex, surrounded by his loving family. The family will receive friends from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at in the fellowship hall of Pleasant Union Christian Church. A service to celebrate Brient's life will follow the visitation at 3:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of Peasant Union Christian Church with Rev. Frank Purvis officiating. Military honors will conclude the service. Services are entrusted to Seymour Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

Kaya Introduces Two New Flavors: Meditate and Elevate, Expanding Their Line of THC-Infused Beverages

KAYA, the craft beverage known for its Delta 9 THC infusion and mindful approach to refreshment, is thrilled to announce the launch of two new flavors: MEDITATE (Citrus-Peach) and ELEVATE (Strawberry-Lemon). These exciting additions, designed to provide consumers with an elevated yet relaxed experience, continue KAYA’s commitment to offering an alternative to alcohol that aligns with health-conscious, mindful living.

Kristy Kelly: Ignorance is being exploited by AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not the downfall of modern civilization, nor is it the savior. It has been an integral part of modern technology since the dawn of smart phones with predictive text, and has seen an explosion in popularity with entities like Open AI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini.

LCPS students shine at Community Council for the Arts T.A.P.S. performances

Typically, when you stop into the Community Council for the Arts, you’re greeted with a quiet space filled with beautiful artwork. This week, the gallery was filled with a different type of art as well. 5th grade students from Banks Elementary and a few students from E.B. Frink Middle School got to perform at the Arts council as part of the Traditional Arts Programs for Students grant. 

Students showcase career readiness at biannual Business Advisory Council meeting

Twice a year, the LCPS Business Advisory Council, made up of school district administrators, community college administrators, economic development leaders, business and industry leaders, elected officials, and representatives of local municipalities meets to discuss ways of focusing the Career and Technical Education program to better serve both the students and the businesses that call Lenoir County home.