This story begins more than half a century ago. I entered Ohio State University in Fall 1968 and attended 12 straight quarters to finish my B.A. in English after the summer quarter of 1971. In August of that year, I moved to Kinston.
Letter to the editor: How Far I'll Go……
Growing up, I hated school and everything about it. I hated learning and waking up at 7:30 and how I couldn't understand what others could; having ADHD makes learning a lot harder. I needed more help, a slowed-down pace, and smaller class sizes.
Going the distance: LCC’s Greene County Welding Program attracts students near and far
When Taylor Lowry, an 18-year-old from Chesapeake, Virginia, leaves her home twice a week to make the two-hour-and-forty-five-minute drive to Lenoir Community College’s Greene County Center, it’s not just for any welding course. Lowry is pursuing her goal of one day becoming a welding inspector, and the self-paced Mixed Welding course taught by Justin Harvell is her first step on that journey.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Help Wanted: Instructional Assistant – Public Safety Clinicals
The Instructional Assistant will provide support to the Emergency Medical Sciences Instructor/Coordinator with regard to clinical site management and student clinical scheduling for Emergency Medical Sciences (EMS) programs as well as Workforce Development and Continuing Education health-related programs.
Help Wanted: Instructional Assistant – Public Safety Clinicals
The Instructional Assistant will provide support to the Emergency Medical Sciences Instructor/Coordinator with regard to clinical site management and student clinical scheduling for Emergency Medical Sciences (EMS) programs as well as Workforce Development and Continuing Education health-related programs.
Help wanted: Adjunct English Instructor
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct English Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and/or online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Former Frink student arrested for fires at La Grange Middle School
A juvenile has been arrested for starting fires on Thursday and Saturday at E.B. Frink Middle School in La Grange.
Letter to the Editor: the Joys of Christmas
I love Christmas; Christmas brings love, joy, peace, and cookies. I believe Christmas isn't just a time of year, season, or holiday but more like a state of mind. Personally, I'm one of those who starts celebrating Christmas at midnight on November 1. I absolutely love Christmas and want to celebrate it as long and as soon as possible.
Snow Hill Primary "Terrific Kid" awards
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kid Awards!
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help wanted: Adjunct English Instructor
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct English Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and/or online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Help Wanted: 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.
Final judgment ordered in Lenoir County nuisance case
Lenoir County Superior Court Judge Imelda J. Pate signed a consent judgment resulting from a Chapter 19 Nuisance Abatement action regarding the property at 445 and 453 Pear Street in Kinston, in the Jackson Heights community. The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, working with the property owners and the community, have reached a successful resolution to ensure actions at these properties do not negatively impact the community.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Foods to make and take
The Holidays are a terrific time to say a big thanks and, of course, Merry Christmas to friends, family, teachers, and co-workers. What better way than to give the gift of food! Here are several ideas—some you may have seen before, but they are still great!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for December 14, 2024
The market is closed on Tuesdays and will reopen during strawberry season. Current hours are Saturdays, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, until December 28, at 100 North Herritage Street. Pork skins and funnel cakes are available on Tuesday and Thursday, and most vendors accept major credit cards.
Help Wanted: Advanced Practice Provider II
Advanced Practice Provider II - Hiring Range: $98,844 - $111,834 - Note: If we are unable to recruit a fully qualified candidate for the Advanced Practice Provider II position, we are open to considering applicants for a related role with growth potential.
Event: A Queen Street Christmas
Queen Street United Methodist Church welcomes all to the 23rd annual "A Queen Street Christmas" on Saturday, December 14, 2024 and Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 6:00 each evening.
Dudley man arrested with firearm during Kinston traffic stop
On Thursday, December 12, 2024, at approximately 10:39 AM, the Kinston Police Department's C-Squad received a tip regarding a wanted subject. Marque Darden, 30, of Dudley, NC, was wanted by the Kinston Police Department in connection with a felonious assault that took place earlier.