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Join U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Regional Administrator Allen Thomas and Kinston Mayor Dontario Hardy during a Small Business Town Hall on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, at the NCDOT Division Office in Kinston, NC from 9:00 am to 11:30 am.
Notice is hereby given that the Kinston City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in City Hall Council Chambers, 207 East King Street, Kinston, NC and/or by virtual format. The following item will be heard:
Performs intermediate protective service work providing fire suppression and emergency medical services under emergency conditions and frequently involving considerable personal hazard, and related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Fire Captain & Lieutenant.
Kinston Public Services was honored with the Public Power of Excellence Award by the Board of Directors at ElectriCities of North Carolina. The award recognizes the city’s exceptional achievements in providing efficient and reliable power to its residents.
The City of Kinston is moving forward with plans to demolish the condemned Super 8 Motel located on Highway 70 East, a major entryway into the city.
The Kinston City Council approved a $20,000 preservation and restoration grant for the Paramount Theater, a historic cultural venue in downtown Kinston, during a recent city council meeting. The grant is part of a broader effort to rehabilitate the theater, which is now owned by the nonprofit Smart Kinston City Project Foundation.
The City of Kinston and Jones County have declared a State of Emergency in response to Tropical Storm Debby.
The City of Kinston has released a new tool to help residents stay informed about local flooding risks. With Tropical Storm Debby bringing heavy rain to the area, it's crucial to be aware of flood-prone areas throughout Kinston. The maps below highlight regions susceptible to flash flooding. Please stay vigilant and remain indoors if possible. Additionally, the GIS tool provided by the City of Kinston shows current road closures.
The Annual Plan, Five Year Plan, Capital Fund Five Year Action Plan, and proposed changes to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan and Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan of the Housing Authority of the City of Kinston, North Carolina is available for review for 45 days beginning July 29, 2024 at the Central Office located at 608 North Queen Street, Kinston, North Carolina and all Public Housing Managers’ Offices: 1. Carver Courts 301 East Bright St, Kinston, NC 28501 2. Jack Rountree 2114 Viking Dr, Kinston, NC 28501 3.
City officials, community leaders, and residents gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Kinston’s new Social District with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event marked a significant milestone for the city, aiming to boost economic development and community engagement in the downtown area.
The City of Kinston is excited to announce the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the opening of the Downtown Kinston Social District. The event will take place Wednesday, July 3rd, at 11:00 AM. The event will take place at the corner of W. North and N. Queen Street, with remarks by elected officials followed by the ribbon cutting at 11:15 AM.
City Manager Rhonda Barwick has submitted the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget to the Kinston City Council. The balanced budget, amounting to $120,803,423, does not require an increase in the property tax rate or the use of fund balance.
The North Carolina Emergency Management Disaster Relief and Mitigation fund has awarded the City of Kinston $3 million for the Adkin Branch Flood Mitigation Project.
A crucial decision regarding the removal of traffic lights on Queen Street will be discussed at the Kinston City Council meeting tomorrow night, Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Residents are strongly encouraged to attend and voice their opinions.
The City of Kinston is set to apply for a state grant aimed at improving the resilience of its electric distribution system. The grant, provided by the State Department of Environmental Quality Energy Office, will fund projects converting overhead electric lines to underground lines, reducing the risk of power outages during severe weather.
