Brandon Johnson, a 28-year-old resident of Snow Hill, is running for re-election to the Greene County Board of Education. A lifelong resident of Greene County, Johnson has served on the board since 2020, when he was elected as the youngest official in the county’s history.
As we mourn the deaths and grapple with the destruction inflicted on our state by Hurricane Helene, I submit that the storm has brought out much that is good about North Carolina — and much that is vile about social media.
Lions Industries for the Blind celebrated its deaf and blind employees on October 9, recognizing their contributions during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The event, held at their facility, coincided with World Sight Day and highlighted the significance of workplace inclusion for employees with disabilities.
Why am I mindful? It is because October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During this month, there is anawareness about the disease, its prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. Several years ago, out of the clear blue sky, after getting a routine mammogram I embarked upon a journey that I never imagined that I would ever have to experience.
A 13-year-old student was shot Wednesday evening in the Jack Rountree area.
Kinston Police Chief Keith Goyette confirmed the incident, stating, "A juvenile was shot this evening in Jack Rountree and taken to the hospital before EMS arrived." Fortunately, the victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Incumbent Bob Brinson is running for reelection to the North Carolina Senate, representing District 3. Brinson brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to Eastern North Carolina, where his family has resided for over ten generations. With a background in military service and local governance, he aims to address key issues affecting his constituents.
Dr. Robert Lee West passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024 in the UNC-Lenoir County Hospital in Kinston, North Carolina. A memorial service will be held at Hooker Memorial Christian Church, 1111 Greenville Boulevard, SE in Greenville, North Carolina, at 3:00 PM, on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Visitation with the family will be held prior to the memorial service, from 2 PM to 3 PM, in the Fellowship Hall.
The Kinston Police Department will be featured on See No Evil on the ID channel. Tune in tonight at 9pm.
Sammy Aiken, a candidate for Lenoir County Commissioner, is drawing from a lifetime of service and a deep commitment to community involvement as he campaigns for the upcoming 2024 election.
As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for a County Social Services Business Officer I.
Join us for Homecoming at The Way Church Sunday October 13 at 10:30 a.m. 1205 Lynn Drive Kinston NC Guest speaker Johnny Evans Covered dish lunch to follow service.
Lillie Williams, a candidate for North Carolina House of Representatives in District 12, is focusing her campaign on addressing poverty and improving the quality of life for residents of Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties. Williams, who is running against the incumbent, is a Kinston native with over 30 years of experience in education, leadership, and community service.
Milton is forecast to pass well south of ENC this week, but distant impacts are possible for a portion of the area, especially over the ENC coastal waters and southern coastal areas.
Keith King, a candidate for one of two At-Large Lenoir County Commissioner seats, brings a wealth of experience and local knowledge to his campaign against current County Commissioner Chair Linda Rouse Sutton, and former City Council member Sammy Aiken.
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir County Public Schools made strides towards progress Monday when leaders from the school district, the town of La Grange and Lenoir County gathered to hold a groundbreaking program for the new E.B. Frink Middle School.
A traffic stop on Wheat Swamp Road in northern Lenoir County resulted in the arrest of a Raleigh man on more than a dozen charges.
Kinston-Edna Ruth Haddock Cole, 93, peacefully departed from her temporary life to enter life eternal on Friday, October 4, 2024. A memorial service to celebrate Edna’s life will be held at Rouse Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The family will receive friends following the service.
A Kinston man wanted for felony kidnapping in Greene County was apprehended by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Saturday.
North Carolina State Representative Chris Humphrey is seeking re-election in 2024, running as an incumbent to retain his seat in the House. A lifelong Lenoir County resident, Humphrey has spent decades in public service and business, first as a town council member in La Grange, and later as a Lenoir County commissioner. Humphrey is now aiming to continue his tenure in the General Assembly.
