Tomorrow marks the 247th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Over the years, this document seems to have become a “classic” in the sense Mark Twain used that word. Twain defined a “classic” as something people praise but do not read.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. I love the fireworks, going to the beach, hotdogs, and everything else that comes with the holiday. It’s hard not to get swept up in all the celebrations and excitement of this day. There is also nothing quite like the comradery that occurs on this holiday.
Lenoir Community College graduate Alyiah Shackleford has been recognized as the College’s Governor Robert Scott Leadership Award recipient, one of the Great 58 in the North Carolina Community College System.
One year ago, Congress took an important step to protect our rights as well as our lives. In response to rising violence across the country, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) was passed and signed into law. The law effectively balances crucial Second Amendment protections with needed investments and safeguards to help mitigate the disturbing trends we’ve seen in violent crime since the pandemic.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Alan Hawkins (left) accepts a check for $1,000 from his friend, and Friends of the Library board member, Mike Parker, the grand prize for the 2023 annual fundraiser. The Friends of the Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library holds the "I Love My Library" raffle to raise money to fund enhancements in library programming. Hawkins used his winnings to purchase season tickets to ECU Pirates football.
A man who has spent much of his adult life dedicated to covering prep sports and promoting young student-athletes in our area needs our help, Eastern North Carolina.
Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, July 1, 2023. The Market is open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm on Tuesday and Saturday.
Help wanted: Kinston Housing Authority - Mechanic. Minimum $16.55 per hour depending on experience.
Jesse Raymond Shackelford lll, 55, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at ECU Medical Center. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, from 5 – 7pm at Edwards Funeral Home.
Snow Hill - The Town of Snow Hill has released its proposed budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024, outlining the expected revenues, expenditures, and key decisions for the upcoming year. The budget, submitted by Town Manager Todd Whaley, includes a balanced General Fund Budget of $1,346,252.00 and a balanced Water/Sewer Fund Budget of $1,327,404.00.
Pink Hill - The Town of Pink Hill recently announced the approval of its fiscal year 2023-2024 budget ordinance. The budget, which outlines the allocation of funds for various departments and activities, was adopted by the Board of Commissioners on June 19, 2023.
Jones County, North Carolina, has adopted its budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024, outlining the allocations for various departments and services. The budget, approved by the Board of Commissioners on June 5, 2023, will come into effect on July 1, 2023.
In a remarkable tribute to a young Boy Scout who tragically passed away, a community in Hookerton came together to bring the late boy's Eagle Scout project to fruition. The project, which was initially conceived by the scout, was completed in his honor, with the help of family, friends, and fellow scouts, making a significant impact on the local area. NC Representative Chris Humphrey (R, House District 12) presented a flag flown at the General Assembly.
