Rickard Barkes, recently retired, was honored with the prestigious Longleaf Pine Award during a North Carolina Global TransPark meeting.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
The Teens Lead Internship Experience
Cohort II of the Neuse Regional Libraries’ Teens Lead intern program is now underway; teen interns have the opportunity to develop life skills and immerse themselves in real-life work experiences through community volunteering. Last month, Head of Youth Services shared excerpts from a blog developed during Cohort I by Greene County Public Library intern Kaylee Sugg.
Historical marker commemorates Gourd Patch Conspiracy
A historical marker was unveiled in Tarboro on Wednesday to recognize the Gourd Patch Conspiracy, a 1777 plot by farmers to assassinate Gov. Richard Caswell and overthrow the state government. The dedication ceremony took place at 17189 N.C. 42, near the site linked to the conspiracy.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Obituary: Hillard Lee “Buddy” Beard
La Grange-Hillard Lee “Buddy” Beard, 88, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025 in the comfort of his own home while surrounded by his loving family. A service of love and remembrance will be held at Rouse Funeral Home at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2025 with Pastor Ron Fletcher officiating.
Old Wachovia building makes way for new development
The Old Wachovia building at 700 Plaza Blvd was demolished recently. In December, Perry Management announced the sale of the property, expressing excitement about its future.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Seasonal Eating, Enjoy Winter Vegetables
Having a Happy New Year so far? Looking for just one more resolution, one you can actually stick to? The new Year and January are the perfect time to experiment with seasonal produce. Most of you can easily recall strawberry and tomato seasons but you can you name the seasonal vegetables for January? Generally, we are somewhat less familiar with what’s in season this time of year. Here’s what’s in season in January and below are some recipes that will give you ways to use them.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were reported by the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Kinston Police investigate shooting on N. Herritage Street
On 01/24/2025 at 10:20 a.m. Officers with the Kinston Police Department, responded to the area of 2400 block of N. Herritage St. regarding a gunshot victim. The victim was taken to Vidant Medical Center via ground unit. Investigations and crime lab responded to the scene and began investigating the incident.
Dudley man charged in sweepstakes business break-ins across Lenoir County
A suspect taken into custody last weekend after allegedly breaking into a sweepstakes business has also been charged for a plethora of other similar break-ins since June 13.
NWS: Melted ice and snow will refreeze tonight
Melted ice and snow will refreeze tonight, creating hazardous travel conditions through Friday. Another round of very cold weather is expected tonight into Friday, with temperatures dropping into the teens and wind chill values between 5-10 degrees.
Obituary: James B Wade "JB"
James B Wade “JB” 91, of Kinston, NC passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The visitation will be held for friends and family at Howard and Carter Funeral Home, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 25, 2025 with the funeral service to follow. A private Graveside service will be held at Westview Cemetery
Deep Run man arrested possession of firearm by felon
January 22, 2025, approximately 6:18 pm, C-Squad officers conducted a traffic stop on the 600 block of W Vernon Avenue. During the traffic stop officers conducted a probable cause search that led to the recovery of narcotics and a firearm.
Fugitive wanted for attempted murder found dead in Greene County
On 01/21/2024 around 7:00 am, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office along with the Jones County Sheriff’s Office were asked to assist the US Marshal Service with locating a Fugitive at a residence on Rouse Chapel Rd in Greene County.
KPD arrests two following shots fired incident
At approximately 3:00 AM on January 22, 2025, Kinston Police Department (KPD) D Squad responded to the area of Mitchell Wooten in reference to a shots fired call. Dispatchers reported hearing gunshots while the call was being made, prompting a swift response from multiple officers.
Public Notice: Re-bids electrical improvements
Sealed re-bid proposals will be received by the KINSTON HOUSING AUTHORITY for CAPITAL FUND PROJECT NC 004-50123 and NC 004-50124 until 3:00 PM, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2025, and immediately thereafter publicly opened and read for the furnishing of labor, material and equipment entering into the Electrical Improvements Project at Simon Bright NC 004-1.
Dr. Charles Moore’s Letter of Thanks to Kinston
My family began this journey thinking we would be in North Carolina for one year; simply to complete a surgical bariatric fellowship at East Carolina University, Brody School of Medicine and once completed head back "home." Never in a million years would I have thought I'd be practicing medicine in Eastern North Carolina, especially Lenoir County.
Three local students named finalists for Morehead-Cain Scholarship
Three students from local counties have been named finalists for the Morehead-Cain Scholarship, a four-year, fully funded merit-based scholarship to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The students will advance to the final selection round, which takes place in Chapel Hill this March.
Letter to the Editor: God blessed me with two good men
Recently, when I embarked on a journey to run errands, I was met with a message informing me that the tire pressure in my tires was remarkably low. I thought to myself, what a fantastic opportunity to showcase my self-sufficiency!