Snow HIll - On Friday, April 25, 2024, Greene County hosted the annual Special Olympics at the Athletic Complex of Greene Central High School. This year Greene County hosted 74 Athletes and 22 Young Athletes. The event has been held for over 30 years and each year the success of the athletes are celebrated by a multitude of people.
With the annual BBQ Fest of the Neuse just around the corner, anticipation and excitement are at an all-time high as organizers prepare for what promises to be the biggest festival yet.
It is with profound sadness the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office announces the passing of retired canine “Jury.”
In a pivotal decision this afternoon, the City Council of Kinston voted to approve the ordinance establishing a Downtown Kinston Social District. The special meeting convened at 3:00 p.m. to deliberate on this long-anticipated move.
Massey Toyota is once again the Hole-In-One sponsor of this year’s Lenoir Community College Foundation Golf Classic on Thursday, May 16, at the Kinston Country Club. Massey Toyota will be at the tournament offering each golfer a chance to drive home a brand-new car.
Herman Hassell McLawhorn, 94, of Kinston, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Funeral services will be held graveside at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the Veterans’ Mausoleum at Pinelawn Memorial Park, 4488 US Highway 70 West, Kinston, NC 28504.
Thanks to assistance from residents of Lenoir County, two people have been arrested for the April 20 breaking and entering of Hugo Auto Sales.
Snow HIll – Greene County Schools hosted the 9th Annual STEM Expo on Thursday, April 25. This year the Expo was a multi-site experience with STEM students from Greene Central, GCMS, and GEC leading stations and sharing their creations. Students from West Greene, Snow Hill Primary, and Greene County Intermediate got a first-hand experience of what STEM looks and feels like later in their school career.
North Carolina has a continuing CHILD FIND procedure in place to locate all children with disabilities residing in the State, including children with disabilities attending private schools, regardless of the severity of their disability, and who are in need of special education and related services.
A meeting will be held on May 28, 2024 from 3:30 pm – 4:30 p.m. at Jones County Board of Education, 320 West Jones Street Trenton, NC 28585. 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.
Public Notice The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended.
A man who was previously charged with three felony child abuse charges has had one of the charges upgraded to first degree murder.
A four-vehicle accident slowed traffic this afternoon on a major Lenoir County roadway and sent one patient to ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville via EastCare.
Students at North Lenoir High School have earned a national award for community service from Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.
Mr. Jimmie Johnson Sanders, age 86, passed away Sunday morning, April 28, 2024, at Wickshire Assisted Living in Charlotte. A private funeral service will be held for the immediate family.
KPD Officers responded to a report of a pedestrian stuck by a motor on the 1900 block of Towerhill Road. Officers arrived on scene and located the pedestrian, (50 year old male from Dover) and the driver Anthony Belcher (50 of Snow Hill)
“A Snapshot of Kinston & Lenoir County During WWII,” Cliff Tyndall’s eagerly anticipated new book, will debut on Friday, May 10, with a series of activities hosted by the Queen Street Deli. The book signing will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Greene County Schools took part in the North Carolina Science Festival. The Science Festival is a month-long state-wide series of events that are coordinated and promoted by the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center in Chapel Hill. Events were also sponsored by Duke Energy and several other community partners.
Ruby Estelle Morton Pittman, 95, of Atlantic Beach formerly of Kinston passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at The Landings of Swansboro. A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Garner Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin after the visitation with Pastor Chris Truett officiating. The burial will be held following the funeral service at Westview Cemetery.
Members of the Kinston Parkinson's Support Group gathered at the walking trail of UNC Health Lenoir this April for their annual walk to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease, a tradition dating back to 2008.
The Biology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, and through creative biology labs as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements. Salary: Depends on Qualifications
The English/Humanities Instructor is responsible for providing quality, college-level instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, one-on-one instruction, and whole group methods for students to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment.
A new lounge and music venue named The Proof is poised to make its mark in Kinston, offering a fresh space for live music and community engagement. The Proof is located at 220 N Herritage Street.
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation plans this spring to provide thousands of bike helmets to children across the state to reduce serious injuries and save lives.
Public Libraries succeed when they provide access to materials and services that reflect existing needs within their communities. This includes the entire population, which is a challenge that Neuse Regional Libraries consistently embrace. When NRL received a Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC):
The English/Humanities Instructor is responsible for providing quality, college-level instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, one-on-one instruction, and whole group methods for students to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment. Salary: Depends on Qualifications
The Biology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, and through creative biology labs as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements. Salary: Depends on Qualifications
The Lenoir Community College Foundation's Symphonic Winds ensemble is poised to captivate audiences with a melodic blend of musical masterpieces.
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market is located at 100 North Heritage Street. The market is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.
The culmination of years of effort and dedication was celebrated Tuesday at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Lenoir County Farmer's Market commercial kitchen, with Dr. Tammy Kelly, Ed.D., County Extension Director, being honored for her tireless work in making the project a reality. The event, held at the Rick Holder Annex, marked a significant milestone for the community, bringing together local officials, stakeholders, and supporters to commemorate the occasion.
DEEP RUN — A new shopping destination has emerged in Deep Run offering a unique blend of styles and items from various vendors. The Collective Boutique, located adjacent to The Farmhouse, opened its doors on March 29th, introducing a diverse range of clothing, accessories, gifts, and more to the local community.
Congratulations to the following Jabberwock Scholarship Pageant participants:
Kinston residents seeking wellness options can now visit Bloomlite, a new downtown store, located at 201 N Queen Street, specializing in USDA licensed hemp products. The company, previously operating online for three years, recently opened its first brick-and-mortar location, bringing its production and retail experience to Kinston.