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Candidate Interview: Shannan Harrison

Neuse News had the opportunity to speak with Shannan Harrison, a candidate for the At-Large seat on the Lenoir County Public Schools Board. Running against incumbents Bruce Hill and Merwyn Smith, as well as fellow candidate Jonathan Britt, Harrison shares her vision for the district, her priorities for students and educators, and what she hopes to accomplish if elected.

Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: The Backcountry

An abundance of land awaited the earliest settlers who arrived in the unsettled backcountry of Bucklesberry in the early to mid-1700s. Defined by Historian and author Dr. Lindley S. Butler, PhD, backcountry was a "term used during the early settlement and colonial periods for the vast interior of North Carolina, located away from the coastline and including both the modern day Piedmont and Mountain regions."

Candidate Interview: Jonathan Britt

Neuse News sat down with Jonathan Britt, a candidate vying for an At-Large seat on the Lenoir County Public Schools Board. Britt is challenging incumbents Bruce Hill and Merwyn Smith, as well as candidate Shannan Harrison. Get insights into Britt’s platform, his approach to key educational issues, and why he believes he’s the best choice for Lenoir County’s future.

Plaza Del Mariachi brings Mexican cuisine to downtown Kinston

A new Mexican restaurant has arrived in downtown Kinston, adding to the city’s diverse dining options. Plaza Del Mariachi, owned by Rene Mendez and managed by Manuel Lopez, opened with a focus on providing authentic Mexican dishes and a family-oriented atmosphere. The restaurant, located in a historic building downtown, marks the team’s first expansion beyond their original location in Jacksonville, NC.