Lenoir Community College received a bomb threat referencing their library. Law enforcement is on site and the building has ben cleared for safety.
Traffic stop leads to arrest of three Kinston men
On Wednesday, June 29th, 2022, the Kinston Police Department Narcotics/Vice Unit apprehended Henry Hicks, 27, of Kinston during a traffic stop. Hicks had a federal warrant for various drug crimes. During the traffic stop, detectives located crack cocaine and 3 illegally possessed handguns. The two additional occupants of the vehicle were identified as Naulage Hines, 22, of Kinston and Isalic Williams, 23, of Kinston.
Kristy Bock: States now get to decide the value of a woman's life
On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States decided the Constitution does not confer a right to an abortion which overturned rulings for Roe v. Wade and Casey v. Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania, thus returning the power to make decisions on abortion to the states. This is in response to Dobbs, State Health Officer of the Mississippi Department of Health v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.
‘Blockbuster’ of summer learning for LCPS students begins July 5
Next month, Lenoir County Public Schools debuts what it’s billing as a “blockbuster” of summer learning opportunities – four different academic camps designed to help K-12 students get ahead and have fun.
Jones Senior FFA members recognized at 93rd NC FFA State FFA Convention
Twenty Jones Senior FFA members recently participated in the 93rd North Carolina State FFA Convention, held June 21-23, 2022 at the Raleigh Convention Center. After three years without an in-person convention, Jones Senior FFA members were recognized for their participation and success in several Career Development Events (CDEs) and other accomplishments.
Town of Maysville to host Independence Day Celebration
The event will be held at William Frost Park, 708 Foy Ave. It will feature Joe Brown & The Band, Free Food, Games, and Fireworks to end the night.
Reece Gardner: Let's talk about age
Let's talk about Age. I wrote about Emma Morano a few years ago and the example she set for getting the most out of the years we are given on Earth. She had a positive attitude toward life, had devoted friends, and loved her pets. She died on April 15, 2017, at age 117. Until she was 115 she didn't have any live-in caregivers.
Chadwick Stokes: The Great American Cookout
Looking for a fun & family-friendly way to celebrate the 4th of July? Look no further than the Great American Cookout happening at Harmony Hall, located in downtown Kinston, NC.
Pollocksville Fire Department improves fire suppression rating
We are pleased to announce an improvement to our fire suppression rating from NCDOI/OSFM. Not only were we able to go from a 6/9E to a 5/9E (lower numbers are better!), but we were also able to utilize our new tanker truck to be graded by the water haul method. This will help those who reside more than 1,000 feet from a fire hydrant. This is a big deal for the community!
Alexandra Avery Named to College of Charleston Spring 2022 Dean's List
Alexandra Avery of Kinston, NC, (28503) was named to the College of Charleston Spring 2022 Dean's List. Avery is majoring in Studio Art.
Keith Seaforth, Kinston dentist, former LCPS Board member passes away at 75
Dr. Keith M. Seaforth passed away on June 21, 2022, at 75 years of age. Seaforth opened his dentistry office in Kinston in 1981. He was married to his wife Barbara for 51 years and together they had four children, all of whom graduated from Howard University, Seaforth’s alma mater.
“Dr. Seaforth will certainly be remembered for his tireless dedication to the students and staff of our system,” said Nicholas Harvey II, Lenoir County Public Schools Assistant Superintendent.
Per his obituary, his funeral will be held at St. Augustus A.M.E. Zion Church on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at 12 PM with Rev. Reginald Bradshaw officiating. Interment shall follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Letter to the Editor: Councilman Suggs has right concerns, wrong solutions
On the day City Council Member Chris Suggs’ Op-Ed appeared in Neuse News, I received no less than a dozen calls or texts from people upset about his suggestions on what the city should do with our grant money. I told them Mr. Suggs identified the right needs, but he believes in the wrong solutions.
John Hood: Will Joe Biden Really Go Stag?
Soaring prices. Social unrest. A resurgent Russia. A military withdrawal followed by the collapse of a pro-American regime in Asia. A feckless and unpopular Democratic president.
Jones County 4-H attends District Activity Day
We are so very proud of our 4-H Presentation participants at District Activity Day this past Friday! 4-H’ers worked hard on their presentations and competed against other 4-H’ers in the Southeast District at Lenoir at Lenoir Community College.
KPD: Do you know this man?
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with helping identify the suspect pictured.