Born on January 24, 1956, "Reed" was the son of the late Milton "Mac" and Marjorie Conway Lovick. A man of many talents, he spent his life building and creating. In the 1980s, he proudly carried on the family legacy by working at Lovick’s Café. He later served as a local handyman before concluding his career as the Director of Facilities at Lenoir Community College.
Lenoir Community College celebrated its 64th Annual Commencement Ceremony on May 7, recognizing the achievements of more than 400 graduates whose educational journeys reflect determination, perseverance, and personal growth. Family members, faculty, staff, and community supporters gathered at the LCC Gymnasium to honor the Class of 2026 and celebrate this important milestone.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Four local students who recently graduated from high school are preparing to enter specialized hospital units after completing a nursing pathway through Lenoir Community College.
There is no doubt one of the best things about the changing of the seasons is the abundance of fresh local produce. Meals are much easier to prepare and tend to be much lighter and better for our nutritional health.
"In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Department’s current refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair contract will expire June 30, 2026. This request for quote is being released to allow eligible vendors an opportunity to submit a quote for refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair needs.
Public Notice: Lenoir County Public Schools- The individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA PART B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended
William Perry “Billy” Harrell, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at the age of 80. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday on April 28 and thoroughly enjoyed his party on May 2 surrounded by family and friends.
UNC Lenoir Health Care is seeking a full-time nurse director for its Progressive Care Unit and Medical/Surgical Unit in Kinston.
UNC Health Lenoir is seeking a full-time Stroke Program/Get With The Guidelines Coordinator in Kinston.
A 20-year-old Kinston man was arrested May 7 following an investigation into the alleged online solicitation of minors through Snapchat, according to the Craven County Sheriff’s Office.
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A partnership between UNC Health Lenoir Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapy and the Greater Fayetteville Chapter of National AMBUCS is helping bring adaptive tricycles to people with disabilities in the community.
"In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Department’s current refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair contract will expire June 30, 2026. This request for quote is being released to allow eligible vendors an opportunity to submit a quote for refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair needs.
On May 6, 2026, Thomas Harold Hardison of Goldsboro passed peacefully at Brookdale Senior Living, fulfilling his greatest earthly desire to reunite with his beloved wife of 58 years, Carolyn. The family will receive friends on Monday, May 11, 2026 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home. A graveside service to celebrate Tom’s life will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Wayne Memorial Park with Masonic Rites.
Lillian “Anne” Elmore Farmer, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, faithful friend, and devoted follower of Christ, went home to be with her Savior on May 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
On May 7, 2026, at approximately 12:15 a.m., the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of gunshots in the area of Stadiem Drive and Nobles Lane.
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