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Fourth-grade students from Lenoir County Public Schools dove into history this week at the CSS Neuse Museum, where 640 young learners experienced life as it was in the 19th century.
Edward Earl Moody, Sr., 82, peacefully entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 15, at Spring Arbor of Wilson with his family by his side. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 23, at 3:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Kinston, with burial to follow at Westview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Edwards Funeral Home beginning at 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 23, prior to the service.
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase surplus tablets and laptops most of which have been used by students and teachers for at least three years and are currently unsuited to meet the continued needs of students and teachers.
Three Lenoir County residents were arrested last week on multiple breaking and entering and larceny charges after observant deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office provided proactive patrols in La Grange.
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the community’s assistance with identifying a person and vehicle associated with a larceny at Ultimate Body Shop, 1701 W. New Bern Rd., Kinston.
No major changes to the forecast this afternoon, but we have slightly increased snow totals across northern NC generally along and north of US 264, and we have slightly increased the area for the highest ice accretion across the coastal plain south of Greenville (and west of US 17).
Governor Stein declared a state of emergency as emergency officials prepare for winter weather to impact the majority of the state. In a briefing this morning, Governor Stein, Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, and Secretary of Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins provided an update on the winter weather that will impact much of the state starting Wednesday and into Thursday.
Anthony Lynn Harris, 67, was arrested by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office A-Patrol deputies who responded to a domestic assault call in the 3700 block of N.C. 55 West. Before arriving, Lenoir County Communications advised the deputies that Harris was beating an elderly female at the residence.
Lenoir County Public Schools and Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office officials responded to an incident at Woodington Middle School Monday involving a juvenile who was found to be in possession of a BB gun on campus.
A Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory have been issued for most of Eastern North Carolina as a significant winter storm is expected to bring snow, sleet, and freezing rain starting tomorrow and continuing into early Thursday.
A beloved holiday tradition in Lenoir County is at risk after strong winds destroyed the permanent drive-in movie screen at the Lenoir County Fairgrounds over the weekend. The Rotaract Club of Lenoir County, which has hosted the Annual Drive-In Movie Night for the past five years, is now asking for the community’s help to rebuild in time for this December’s event.
The City of Kinston reported a discharge of 13,250 gallons of untreated wastewater on February 16, 2025, due to a power outage at the Forrest Street lift station. Approximately 5,000 gallons entered the Adkin Branch floodway. City crews managed the situation with bypass pumps and are working on repairs and recovery efforts. The Division of Water Resources has been notified and is reviewing the incident.
Now hiring waiters and waitresses at Kings Restaurant located at 405 E New Bern Rd, Kinston, NC 28504.
We have increasing confidence that a winter storm will impact Eastern NC Wednesday and Thursday. We have issued Winter Storm Watches for most of the area, for a combination of accumulating snow, sleet, and freezing rain.
Emergency crews responded to a crash early Sunday morning involving a patrol car that struck a light pole on Highway 241 near Potters Hill. The driver was trapped due to live power lines on the vehicle, with a K9 also inside.
Snow Hill’s Board of Commissioners enacted major changes to the town’s business landscape this week, approving comprehensive changes to both zoning and food truck ordinances. The changes, which passed unanimously, reflect the town’s efforts to align policies with existing business practices while encouraging new economic development.
The National Weather Service in Morehead City is tracking a potential winter storm expected to impact Eastern North Carolina from Wednesday into Thursday. The system could bring a wintry mix, including significant freezing rain, to parts of the region.
Three years ago, Sandra and I celebrated our Golden Anniversary. After tomorrow – February 18 – we will start plodding toward 54.
The Instructional Assistant – Greene County Center provides administrative support for all aspects of the center to ensure each department has what they need to provide high quality service to students and the surrounding community.
Standing inside Lenoir Lock & Key Service, a veteran-owned business in Kinston, U.S. Rep. Don Davis, D-N.C., announced new legislation aimed at easing the transition for military service members moving from active duty to civilian life. The bill focuses on career development and business opportunities for veterans, ensuring they have the resources to secure jobs or start their own businesses after service.
The Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant is an esteemed annual event in Kinston, North Carolina, celebrating the talent, poise, and community involvement of young women in the area.
The Instructional Assistant – Greene County Center provides administrative support for all aspects of the center to ensure each department has what they need to provide high quality service to students and the surrounding community.
MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (02/12/2025)-- Taylor Hill, of Deep Run, NC, is among approximately 1,500 students graduating from Mississippi State University in fall 2024, with commencement in December.
It may be February and while we don’t have quite the large selection of fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, we still have some great choices, like carrots, cauliflower, sweet potatoes and one of my favorites, broccoli
A Valentine’s Day blaze in Kinston caught the attention of residents as smoke billowed from a structure fire around lunchtime. Social media quickly buzzed with speculation about the source of the flames, but it was all part of a preplanned training exercise by the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue.
Rachel Davis Herring Dawson, 90, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Thursday, February 13, 2025 while in the comfort of her home. A service of love and remembrance will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Rouse Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Broadwell officiating. Committal will follow at Fairview Cemetery with Pastor Bob Smith officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 10:00 a.m.
When Mrs. Smith tried to post a legal notice about her late husband’s estate, she experienced a headache undeserving of a widow. Neuse News could have offered a quick, affordable solution, but NC’s archaic laws forced her to use a slow, expensive weekly print newspaper with a shrinking number of subscribers.
When Mrs. Smith tried to post a legal notice about her late husband’s estate, she experienced a headache undeserving of a widow. Neuse News could have offered a quick, affordable solution, but NC’s archaic laws forced her to use a slow, expensive weekly print newspaper with a shrinking number of subscribers.
Magic Mile Media’s Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025) brought together business leaders, marketers, students and educators to explore the role of AI in social media and business. Experts emphasized AI’s potential to automate processes, enhance creativity, and transform industries. “If you’re not taking advantage of AI today, your competitors are—and they will win,” said Jason Michael Perry, urging businesses to adopt AI-driven strategies.
The Lenoir County Board of Education has approved a plan to adjust the school calendar in order to make up for instructional time lost due to recent winter weather. The decision was made at the board's regular meeting on February 3, 2025.
The Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025) is gearing up to be an exciting event for professionals eager to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and social media marketing. Among the notable speakers are Scott and Ash Mason, the dynamic duo behind The Hive Drive. Full-time travelers and digital marketing entrepreneurs, the Masons are set to bring their unique perspectives and inspiring journey to the stage.
