Banks Elementary student named winner in statewide Farm to School Calendar Contest

Thirteen budding student artists were recently chosen as winners in the annual Farm to School Calendar Contest, sponsored by the North Carolina Grange. Each month depicts the art of a student and represents a different commodity. The calendar also includes daily facts about agriculture, giving students an understanding of agriculture's role in food production. 

Obituary: Nellie Dianna Smith

Ms. Nellie Dianna Smith, age 87, passed away Tuesday morning, May 19, 2026, at her home in Goldsboro. A service to remember and celebrate her life will be held 3 PM Thursday, May 21st, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Jason McKnight officiating.  The family will greet friends and extended relatives immediately following the service.  A private interment will be held at the Snow Hill Cemetery.

Obituary: Annette Cheshire Strain

Annette Cheshire Strain, 77, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 1pm-2pm at Queen Street United Methodist Church, with a service immediately after. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband of almost 30 years.

Help Wanted: Telecommunications Training Officer

As a member of Emergency Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Central Communications Division is seeking candidates for a Telecommunications Training Officer. Candidates are responsible for development and administration of the Central Communications Divisions education, orientation, training, and quality assurance programs.