The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Jean Chapman-Hill: A Tribute To Mothers in Heaven and Earth
As Mother's Day approaches, we're reminded of the profound impact mothers have on our lives. On a cold winter day in January with snow lingering on the ground, God dispatched angels from Heaven to escorted Verna Mae Tillman Chapman to eternal glory, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories. Though her departure broke hearts, her virtuous spirit, eloquently described in Proverbs 31, continues to inspire.
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 Terrific Kid Awards!
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Happy Mother's Day!
You may hear the words "Happy Mother's Day" a lot of times from a lot of directions on May 10th this year. Flowers will be gifted. Restaurants will be filled to the gills. And, despite the prices on gas, many will travel to visit the ones who raised them.
North Carolina's March Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted March 2026 unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, decreasing 0.1 of a percentage point from February’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.3 percent.
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce: The Good Stuff - May
The Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce’s latest “The Good Stuff” newsletter features a packed lineup of spring events, including youth livestock competitions, community fundraisers, classes, festivals and business activities happening across Lenoir County.
Help Wanted: Automotive Systems Technology Instructor – North Lenoir High School
The Automotive Systems Technology Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to program students using seated, online, hybrid, and lab courses. The Instructor will teach basic automotive courses, prepare high school students for Career and College Promise (CCP) certificate completion, and lay a strong foundation for more advanced level courses on the main campus upon graduation.
Public Notice: LCPS Request for Quote: RFQ2026H- Heated Equipment Maintenance and Repair
"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.
Public Notice: LCPS request for Quote - Refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair
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.
Help Wanted: Aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Instructor
The Aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Instructor will be responsible for delivering training material that will instruct students on metallic structure and composite standards used in manufacturing and typical structural repairs, per technical documentation, within a classroom and laboratory environment.
Obituary: William Reed Lovick
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 Celebrates Class of 2026 at Annual Commencement Ceremony
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.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Local students prepare for nursing careers through Lenoir Community College pathway
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.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Spring and Summer recipes
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.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for May 9, 2026
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for May 9, 2026Public Notice: LCPS Request for Quote: RFQ2026H- Heated Equipment Maintenance and Repair
"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.
Public Notice: LCPS request for Quote - Refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair
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)
Public Notice: Lenoir County Public Schools- The individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA PART B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended
Obituary: William Perry "Billy" Harrell
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.