The Town of La Grange is excited to announce 𝗠𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝗞𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 as our new 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿! This marks a major step toward achieving the Town Council’s goal of rebuilding and reimagining recreation programs for our community.
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UNC Health Lenoir Receives Gift in Memory of Local Businessman, J.C. Reynolds, Sr.
Dedication of the Reynolds Way Memorial Plaque was held December 3, 2024, on the campus of UNC Health Lenoir. The beautiful plaque was unveiled to mark the naming of the connecting street between Herritage Street and Airport Road which runs through the campus of UNC Health Lenoir.
Jones County moves to less distressed tier in 2025 rankings
The North Carolina Department of Commerce has announced the county tier designations for 2025. The designations, which are mandated by state law, play a role in several programs that assist in economic development.
Messiah Soloists tell the story of the true meaning of Christmas
The Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus is preparing for the 24th performance of Handel’s monumental work on December 9th at 7 PM. These two soloists are returning for this year’s performance. The chorus is made up of over 50 singers from Lenoir and surrounding counties. The North Carolina Baroque Orchestra will accompany the chorus and soloists.
Greene County Seeking Nominations for the 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award for Greene County Volunteers. This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding contributions of volunteers in various categories, including Individual, Group, National Service, and Director of Volunteers (Paid).
Event: Christmas Celebration Concert at Jones County Civic Center
Garland and Pam Smith invite the public to a festive Christmas Celebration Concert on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the Jones County Civic Center in Trenton, NC. Hosted by Shady Grove Church, the event features performances by the Ben Rochester Family and Redeemed.
Help Wanted: Executive Director position
Neuse Enterprises, Inc. is hiring an Executive Director’s Position.
Suspect flees on bicycle after shoplifting wine, faces multiple charges
KPD’S A-Squad responded to Food Lion in reference to a shoplifting/larceny. While responding to the call, officers observed a suspect on W Washington Ave matching the description that was given by a witness. Officers recognized the subject to be Michael Jenkins (35 of Kinston) from previous encounters.
Kinston man dies in six-vehicle crash on Vernon Avenue
On Monday, December 2, 2024, at approximately 1:39 pm, officers from the Kinston Police Department, as well as additional emergency personnel from the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue and Lenoir County Emergency Services responded to a motor vehicle collision on the 100 blk of E. Vernon Avenue involving 6 vehicles.
Jumping Run Church in La Grange shows community they care
On Saturday, November 30, Jumping Run Church of La Grange demonstrated the power of love in action at the Circle K in Kinston, NC. The church blessed 200 vehicles with $15 worth of gas each, spreading kindness and support to the community.
Bucklesberry: First Inhabitants
Challenges and risks awaited early eighteenth century settlers who arrived in the unsettled Bucklesberry Pocosin of then old Craven County. According to historian and author Dr. Lindley S. Butler, PhD, "The backcountry was the last area of the State to be settled and, consequently, the most volatile region of North Carolina society for many years."
Missing juvenile Yesenia Lopez last seen Saturday night in Seven Springs.
UPDATE: Yesenia has been found and is safe. The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office would like to thank the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, the State Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for their assistance.
LCSO: Kinston man arrested on felony counts for vehicle break-ins
A man accused of breaking into vehicles and outbuildings on Bonnie Walters Road and then taking the change to an area Coinstar exchange machine was arrested Thursday morning.
Teen arrested in La Grange for firearm larceny Sunday
An 18-year-old was arrested Sunday on Mays Store Road in La Grange for larceny of a firearm.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Christmas on the Hill returns to Pink Hill with holiday activities
The annual Christmas on the Hill festival is set to return to Pink Hill this holiday season, promising a lineup of family-friendly activities and events designed to bring the community together in celebration.
Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.: Updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter here.
Mike Parker: Prepare your heart for Christmas music
What I most love about this season of the year, second only to the Christmas story itself, is the music. We are blessed in our area to have an abundance of musical talent, and many of those talented people will use their gifts to share the sounds and songs of Christmas.
Dr. Mahari Freeman to Return as Soprano Soloist for Handel’s “Messiah”
The Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus is thrilled to welcome back Dr. Mahari Freeman as the soprano soloist for the 24th annual performance of Handel’s Messiah on Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. This cherished community tradition will take place at First Presbyterian Church, 2101 N. Herritage St., accompanied by the North Carolina Baroque Orchestra.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County: