On Monday at a little after 5 p.m., Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to 3859 Pecan Grove Circle for a death investigation. Deputies arrived and located Xavier Branch, 32, deceased at the scene.
Obituary: Ivey Alan Hines
Ivey Alan Hines, 75, of Kinston passed away at UNC Lenoir, Friday, October 18, 2024. The funeral will be held Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Howard-Carter Funeral Home.
Candidate Interview: Linda Rouse Sutton
BJ Murphy speaks with incumbent Linda Rouse Sutton, who is vying to retain her position as Lenoir County Commissioner - At Large in the upcoming 2024 election. Sutton faces competition from fellow incumbent Keith King and former city council member Sammy Aiken as they seek one of two available seats.
Greg Murphy, M.D.: Updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter here.
Lesley Rigsby: Just be still
Have you ever had someone say, “just be still”? I don’t know about you, but being still is something that is very difficult for me. We live in the day and age where we are always on the go. We juggle work, school, church, dance lessons, ball games, children, spouses and the list go on and on
Obituary: William Douglas Creech, Sr.
Mr. William Douglas “Doug” Creech Sr, age 81, passed away Saturday morning, October 19, 2024, at his residence. Funeral Services will be held by the grave side 11 AM Wednesday, October 23rd, at the Mewborn Family Cemetery (450 Mewborn Cemetery Road, Snow Hill, NC).
Magic Mile Media Launches simpleAIx
Kinston-based Magic Mile Media has launched simpleAIx, a subsidiary focused on making AI solutions accessible for businesses and organizations. President BJ Murphy, who founded the company and is a former mayor of Kinston, stated in the announcement, “You don’t need to understand all the complexities of AI. What matters is knowing we can help you implement systems that reduce overhead and increase your bottom line. Sales up, expenses down—that’s the goal with simpleAIx.”
Mike Parker: Living history through the last century
As I was working on completing the writing assignment my son gave me - “Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story” - some of the prompts asked me to outline the events that took place near the time of my birth in 1950. As I looked at the advancements made since then, I started wondering what changes had taken place in my mother’s life.
Pink Hill Christmas Parade Set for December 1, 2024
PINK HILL — The holiday season in Pink Hill will officially kick off with the annual Pink Hill Christmas Parade, scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, at 2 p.m. The beloved community event will feature a range of participants, including local businesses, schools, churches, classic cars, and non-profit organizations.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were fied with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Kinston man was arrested for car theft
A Kinston man was arrested earlier this week for car theft.
Town of Maysville Signs $1.3M Contract with S.T. Wooten for Major Street Paving and Resurfacing Project
The Town of Maysville is pleased to announce the signing of a $1.3 million contract with S.T. Wooten, a respected construction company, for the most prominent street resurfacing project in the town’s history since the 1960s. The project will resurface 90% of the town’s streets and include widening select roads, enhancing safety and traffic flow. Work is set to begin on October 22, 2024.
Dr. Barahona recognized as "Hero of the Game" at Carolina Hurricanes' Season Opener
Congratulations to Dr. Luz "Juliana" Barahona, a pulmonologist with UNC Physicians Network and UNC Health Lenoir, who was honored as “Hero of the Game” at the season opener for the Carolina Hurricanes.
Miss Merry Christmas Contest continues in Pink Hill
PINK HILL — The annual Miss Merry Christmas Contest is back, marking a 60-year tradition of celebrating community service and holiday spirit among local young women. The contest, which focuses on fostering a sense of community involvement, will take place the Saturday before the Pink Hill Christmas Parade on Dec. 1, 2024.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for October 19, 2024
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for November 11, 2023. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
NCGTPEDR holds 2024 Regional Forklift Rodeo
The 2024 North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region Forklift Rodeo, held on Tuesday, October 15th, at Wayne Community College, was a resounding success. The event brought in forklift drivers from industries throughout the region, including Greene, Lenoir, and Wayne Counties, to compete for the title of the best forklift driver in the region
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Winning Recipes from the 2024 Lenoir County Agriculture Fair Casserole Cook-Off
In case you missed it, on Wednesday night October 2nd, of the Lenoir County Fair Kelly Tyndall, Family and Consumer Science Agent for the Lenoir County Center of NC Cooperative Extension conducted the Casserole Cook-off.
Candidate Interview: Lillie Williams
In an insightful interview, Neuse News publisher BJ Murphy sits down with Lillie Williams, a passionate candidate running for a seat in the North Carolina House of Representatives in the upcoming 2024 election. Williams is determined to challenge the incumbent, Rep. Chris Humphrey, and bring fresh perspectives to the legislature.
Obituary - Shelby "Shag" Lou Carlyle
Shelby Lou Carlyle, affectionately known as "Shag," passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the age of 87. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, October 21, 2024, at 1:00 pm at Spilman Memorial Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 5:00 pm Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Edwards Funeral Home.