The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Public Notice: Notice for children with disabilities in private/parentally-placed and home schools
The Private School Meeting is scheduled for April 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. with Georgia Maready, EC Director. If interested in attending the meeting please call Beth Loftin at 252-527-1109 by April 28, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to consult with private schools and parents of parentally-placed private school students as well as home schooled students.
Help Wanted: Maintenance Supervisor
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing the maintenance and upkeep of all campus buildings and infrastructure. This includes performing routine and emergency repairs to ensure a safe and comfortable environment. In addition to supervising and directing maintenance technicians, the Maintenance Supervisor will also be actively involved in hands-on maintenance work as needed to address immediate concerns and maintain operational efficiency.
LCC Teacher Prep Students Shine as Local TA of the Year Winners
Lenoir Community College is beaming with pride as not one—but two—of our outstanding Teacher Preparation program students have been recognized for their excellence in the classroom!
Lenoir County School Board highlights student, staff achievements and approves construction budget
The Lenoir County Public School Board convened for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025, recognizing numerous student and staff achievements and approving a revised budget for the new EB Frank Middle School construction project.
Greene County Schools Honors County Teacher of the Year
Snow Hill, NC— On April 14, 2025, Greene County Schools is proud to recognize Heather Davis from Greene Early College, one of its most dedicated and passionate educators, as this year’s Greene County Schools Teacher of the Year. Dr. Rodney McNeil, Executive Director of Human Capital and incoming Superintendent, along with Dr. Taylor Moore, Principal of Greene Early College, had the privilege of announcing this year's winner with a visit to her classroom.
Jones County Honors Emergency Responders, Good Samaritan at Annual Appreciation Dinner
Jones County Emergency Services and the Jones County Fire & EMS Association hosted an Emergency Services Appreciation Dinner to recognize the dedication and bravery of local fire and EMS personnel. Among those honored was James Mercer, a local good Samaritan who heroically pulled a victim from a burning home.
Help Wanted: Maintenance Supervisor
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing the maintenance and upkeep of all campus buildings and infrastructure. This includes performing routine and emergency repairs to ensure a safe and comfortable environment. In addition to supervising and directing maintenance technicians, the Maintenance Supervisor will also be actively involved in hands-on maintenance work as needed to address immediate concerns and maintain operational efficiency.
Gifted Gala to showcase work of LCPS students who are going ‘above and beyond what’s expected’
Some of the best work in technology, art, science, writing and robotics by LCPS students from all 17 district schools will be showcased Tuesday evening at the annual Gifted Gala.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 12, 2025
The Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 12, 2025. The Farmer's Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Bugs isn’t the only one who can benefit from carrots!
Bugs Bunny loves carrots but we should too! It is common knowledge that eating carrots is great for your eye sight, but they have so much more to offer! Believe it or not it is carrot season in North Carolina, generally we think of carrots mostly at Easter, but carrots are readily available year round and very good for you!!
Jones County Commissioners address broadband expansion, volunteer funding concerns at April meeting
The Jones County Board of Commissioners convened on April 7th, 2025, for their regular meeting, addressing a wide range of topics from broadband expansion to concerns about volunteer emergency services funding.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir County man arrested for DWI, assault, following series of hit-and-run crashes
On April 10, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad were flagged down by a victim of a hit-and-run incident near the intersection of E. Vernon Avenue and Highway 11. The victim reported that their vehicle had been struck by another vehicle, which then fled the scene. The victim was able to provide officers with a description of the suspect vehicle.
Pertussis (Whooping cough) case confirmed in Lenoir County; Health officials urge vaccination
The Lenoir County Health Department has received confirmation that a case of pertussis has been identified in the county. Pertussis is also known as whooping cough.
Kristy Kelly: When Did Life Get So Weird?
In what feels like another life, my days were strategically planned around working the required eight hours, and then going home to tend to little humans in various stages of chaos. I understood the assignment. As long as they didn’t die of starvation or filicide, I was doing a good job. That was my parenting barometer — survival.
Murphy Applauds Passage of SAVE Act to Ensure Only American Citizens Vote in Federal Elections
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., applauds the passage of H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, legislation critical to the security and integrity of U.S. federal elections.
Senator Brent Jackson updates April, 10 2025
My team and I are committed to serving our community and our state, working hard each day to bring about positive change. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue addressing the important issues impacting our district! Your voices and concerns continue to guide our efforts in the General Assembly, and we remain focused on bringing your priorities to the forefront.
Greene County Commissioners celebrate achievements and plan ahead
The Greene County Board of Commissioners met on Monday, April 7, at 10:00 a.m. in the commissioners’ chambers inside the Greene County Operations Center.
Lenoir County Farmers Market opens April 12 with fresh strawberries and spring produce
The long-awaited strawberry season has arrived, and with it comes the official opening of the Lenoir County Farmers Market on Saturday, April 12. Located at 100 N. Herritage Street in downtown Kinston, the market will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.