The Down East Bird Dawgs, along with the Frontier League, an MLB Partner League, are excited to announce the hiring of Brett Wellman as the team’s first Field Manager!
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Down East Bird Dawgs reveal inaugural 2025 regular season schedule
The Down East Bird Dawgs, along with the Frontier League, an MLB Partner League, are excited to release the inaugural 2025 regular season schedule with opening day on Friday, May 9 in Kinston, NC as the Bird Dawgs host the Ottawa Titans!
Kinston welcomes Frontier League team, continuing long baseball tradition
After seven seasons with the Down East Wood Ducks, Kinston will welcome a new professional baseball team, the Bird Dawgs, to Grainger Stadium as part of the Frontier League. The announcement was made during a press conference at the stadium on Monday, marking a new chapter for the city and its strong baseball tradition.
Kinston set to make major baseball announcement on Tuesday
The City of Kinston has scheduled a significant baseball announcement for Tuesday, September 17th, at 11 a.m. at Grainger Stadium, in front of the Mother Earth Pavilion.
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation announces the 2024 USTA NC Tri-Level State Tennis Championships
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation, in conjunction with VisitKinston, is pleased to announce the 2024 USTA NC Tri-Level State Tennis Championships, arriving in Lenoir and Greene counties on September 19-22, 2024. These championships will bring over 500 adult tennis players to our counties and surrounding areas over the course of four days.
Snow Hill dance instructor named Duke Dancing Devils Head Coach
Duke University’s Dancing Devils have announced Larissa Liles as the head coach for the 2024-2025 season. Liles, a seasoned dancer and choreographer, brings decades of experience to the position, having trained and performed extensively since childhood.
Humphrey and Davis congratulate Greene Central Rams on their State Championship win
The Greene Central Rams are on top of the baseball world again. With an 8-5 win over Burns High School in game two of the NCHSAA 2A State Championship series, the Rams clinched their sixth state title, supported by both their seniors and underclassmen.
Kinston Angler makes historic catch at Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament
In an impressive feat, a team with ties from Kinston has made headlines at the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament by securing a remarkable prize. The boat "Release," captained by Rom Whitaker with angler Kirk Pugh, won the Fabulous Fisherman’s Division, earning a substantial $1,729,750.
Greene County Hosts Annual Special Olympics
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.
Woodington baseball field named for long-time coach
Perry Lychak came from Canada to Kinston to play baseball and stayed on to become a teacher and coach and become beloved. Woodington Middle School has acknowledged that mutual affection by dedicating its baseball field as a memorial to the pitcher who found home here.
Annual Special Olympics games kick off at Kinston High School
The Lenoir County Special Olympics took place at Kinston High School on Friday, following a reschedule due to inclement weather.
Kinston High point guard lets skills as leader shine in scholarship hunt
Kyonna Kelly couldn’t help but feel sad when, a few weeks back, time ran out on her four years as a starter for the Kinston High School women’s basketball team. Finding herself in the running for three academic scholarships has helped her spirits rebound.
Ryan Meadows Named LCC Athletic Director
Ryan Meadows of Greenville has been named the Athletic Director for Lenoir Community College, replacing Shelly Barnes who recently accepted a position at Forsyth Technical Community College. He will assume the position officially on April 2.
Freedom Classic Series: A weekend of baseball and patriotism
We are excited to announce our upcoming 14th Annual Freedom Classic baseball series between the Naval Academy and the Air Force Academy that will be held on February 23rd-25th, 2024 (Friday-Sunday). The series will take place at historic Grainger Stadium in Kinston.
Greg Hampton: A Titan of Jones Senior High School
Greg Hampton, a revered figure at Jones Senior High School, profoundly impacted the Jones County community through his roles as a coach, mentor, and father figure, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts of those he touched.