Almost 50 people have been arrested over the past few days and weeks as part of “Operation Summer Jump” by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.
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Every Child Deserves a Christmas
Santa’s elves from the 8th Judicial District Family Court, Accountability and Recovery Courts, and Departments of Social Services were busy this week gathering gifts for children involved in abuse, neglect and dependency court in Greene, Lenoir and Wayne Counties.
The 8th Judicial District receives federal funding to continue life saving work
The 8th Judicial District, which includes Greene, Lenoir and Wayne Counties, has been awarded a $700,000.00 grant by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance to operate an Adult Accountability and Recovery Court (AARC). This Court will serve persons with a substance use disorder who have related criminal charges. Participants will be given the opportunity to participate in treatment and supportive recovery services as opposed to being incarcerated.
North Carolina Community Programs Recognized as National Examples
Lenoir, Wayne, and Greene Counties, North Carolina (October 20, 2022) - Rural community leaders from all over the United States traveled to Lenoir, Wayne, and Greene Counties this week to learn how to improve justice systems in their own communities. “It’s a real testament to our communities’ partnerships and creative problem-solving abilities that others want to learn from us,” said District 8 Court Judge Elizabeth Heath.
Eastpointe helps train Wayne County first responders to better serve citizens with behavioral health challenges
On July 21, Eastpointe and its community partners completed Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training for 22 first responders, including 18 from Wayne County. The training was held at Wayne Community College.
Perry and Humphrey secure funding for local projects
State Senator Jim Perry (R-Lenoir) and state Representative Chris Humphrey (R-Lenoir) announced several local initiatives that are set to receive funding in this latest round of state appropriations.
Chris Rogerson sworn in as District Court Judge in District 8
Christopher Rogerson was sworn in as a District Court Judge in District 8, which serves Greene, Lenoir and Wayne counties.
Governor Cooper announces four Judicial appointments, Justin Minshew as District 8A judge
Governor Roy Cooper announced four judicial appointments to Superior and District Courts across the state.
Lenoir, Wayne and Greene counties Family Accountability and Recovery Court Program named one of the best in the Nation
The Family Accountability and Recovery Court (FARC) in Lenoir, Wayne, and Greene Counties has been selected as one of nine Rural Innovation Sites by the Rural Justice Collaborative (RJC) Advisory Council.
Guardian ad Litem program seeking volunteers
As an integral part of the North Carolina Judicial System, the Guardian ad Litem program was established in 1983 by the General Assembly to be a voice for the children in the community. Volunteers for the Guardian ad Litem program speak up for abused and neglected children in court. The term “guardian ad litem” comes from Latin, and means “guardian for the case.”
Local Students Lauded as WCC Standouts
Wayne Community College has recognized its top students of the 2019-2020 academic year. Sixty-seven students were honored with 80 awards.
Wayne Community College announces Fall 2019 President’s and Dean’s Lists
Wayne Community College honored 298 students for outstanding academic achievement in the fall 2019 semester.
Students participate in annual Manufacturing Day 2019
More than 50 local and regional manufacturers provided hands-on experiences during expo at the Lenoir Fairgrounds.
Kinston forces five turnovers, rolls to road victory at Southern Wayne
Junior free safety Nicky Walters Jr. picked off two passes and the Vikings forced a total of five turnovers during their 44-9 nonconference romp of Southern Wayne.
Senator Jim Perry: Small town values - protecting NC families
I think of my three daughters every time I see a headline like the one I saw last week regarding the illegal immigrant who was arrested in Charlotte on the charge of first degree rape.