The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Greene County honors Commissioner James T. Shackleford, Jr. for 24 years of service
At a recent Board of Commissioners meeting, Greene County honored Commissioner James T. Shackleford, Jr. for 24 years of dedicated service. Commissioner Shackleford, who has served on the Board since 2000, was presented with a commemorative plaque and a heartfelt resolution recognizing his many contributions to the county.
Makudupanyane Senaoana Returns as Tenor Soloist for Handel’s “Messiah”
The Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus is delighted to announce the return of internationally acclaimed tenor Makudupanyane Senaoana for its 24th annual performance of Handel’s Messiah on Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. The performance will take place at First Presbyterian Church, 2101 N. Herritage St., with accompaniment by the North Carolina Baroque Orchestra.
LCC Student Awarded Gail B. Reynolds Scholarship
Lenoir Community College practical nursing student Hannah Ball of Deep Run was recently awarded the Gail B. Reynolds Scholarship. The scholarship was established in memory of Gail B. Reynolds by her husband, Robert Reynolds.
Chamber of Commerce accepting nominations for outstanding community leaders
As we near the end of the year, it is time for our annual award nominations for outstanding LEADERS in our community. The annual banquet will be held on January 28, 2025 where we will present the following awards:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: What is Brown Butter? How Do I Use It?
What is brown butter, where did it come from all of a sudden, and where do I find it? To some brown butter is not new, years ago I had brown butter oysters on the half shell at Chef and the Farmer and they were so delicious, I set out to try to replicate, which of course, I could not, but I did learn all about brown butter in the process.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Program to support caregivers during the holidays
The Alzheimer’s Association will host an educational program, “Caregiving During the Holidays,” on Dec. 4 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, located at 510 N. Queen St.
North Carolina Baroque Orchestra Joins Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus for Messiah
The North Carolina Baroque Orchestra (NCBO) is thrilled to collaborate once again with the Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus for a performance of Handel’s Messiah on Dec. 9 at 7 p.m., under the direction of Jane Cain.
A Year of Gratitude: Reflections from the Neuse News & Magic Mile Media Team
As 2024 winds down, I find myself reflecting on the people who make our Magic Mile Media and Neuse News family so special. This year has been filled with challenges, triumphs, and countless moments of growth, both as individuals and as a team. Today, I want to share some of our collective gratitude—a peek into the hearts of the people I am lucky to work alongside every day.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Blessed with family
As we celebrate Thanksgiving, I am reminded of how blessed we are to have a family. This week I heard from various people who are staying in during the holiday, some due to traffic, others due to weather. But with some, their relatives live far away, and they are flying solo not by choice.
Neuse Regional Libraries Gives Thanks
With the holidays fast approaching, we are reminded of the numerous reasons we have to be thankful. At Neuse Regional Libraries, we are especially grateful for the incredible community we serve. Your support and enthusiasm for our library empower us to continue providing valuable resources and services that enrich the lives of everyone in our area.
Lenoir County Rotaract to Host Annual Holiday Events at Fairgrounds
The Lenoir County Rotaract Club is bringing holiday cheer to the community with its Annual Holiday Car Show and Drive-In Movie Night, set to take place Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the Lenoir County Fairgrounds. The day-long festivities promise something for everyone, from car enthusiasts to families seeking festive entertainment.
Ribbon cutting celebrates new Greene County Sheriff's Office
ocal officials and community members gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday to celebrate the opening of the new Greene County Sheriff’s Office. The event marked the culmination of a collaborative effort among county leaders, law enforcement, and state representatives to enhance public safety infrastructure in Greene County.
UNC Health Lenoir employees donate 6,000 pounds of food at annual Feastival of Foods
Employees at UNC Health Lenoir came together to collect 6,000 pounds of food during the hospital’s annual “Feastival of Foods” event held on Nov. 22. The food drive, which began in October, aimed to support families in need and local organizations fighting food insecurity in Lenoir County.
Kinston residents receive information about water service line materials
Some residents of Kinston recently received letters accompanying their utilities bills, notifying them of potential lead in their service pipes. This outreach follows new regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the revised Lead and Copper Rule, which went into effect in October.
Rehearsals Underway for 24th Performance of Handel’s “Messiah”
The Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus, under the direction of Jonathan Saeger, is preparing for its 24th annual performance of Handel’s Messiah. The concert will take place on Dec. 9 at 7 p.m.
Event: Christmas Celebration Concert at Jones County Civic Center
Garland and Pam Smith invite the public to a festive Christmas Celebration Concert on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the Jones County Civic Center in Trenton, NC. Hosted by Shady Grove Church, the event features performances by the Ben Rochester Family and Redeemed.
Help Wanted: Social/Clinical Research Assistant for the waterBEST study
This position will serve as Social/Clinical Research Assistant for the waterBEST study, a 5-year, community-based study evaluating potential dental health benefits of fluoridated bottle water in pre-school children.