Retired educator Barbara Seaforth is running for a seat on the Kinston City Council in the upcoming 2023 municipal elections. Seaforth, a resident of Lenoir County, is not the incumbent and seeks to bring her experience to the role.
Retired educator Barbara Seaforth is running for a seat on the Kinston City Council in the upcoming 2023 municipal elections. Seaforth, a resident of Lenoir County, is not the incumbent and seeks to bring her experience to the role.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase the Teacher’s Memorial School property owned by the Lenoir County Board of Education. The property’s street address is 500 Marcella Drive Kinston, NC 28501. The offer to purchase is in the amount of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Dollars ($188,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 19, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($187,000).
Governor Roy Cooper announced that a reentry partnership, an HVAC contractor, an auto repair shop and five individual North Carolinians have won NCWorks Awards of Distinction for outstanding accomplishments and contributions related to workforce development. The recipients were recognized on Thursday, Oct. 12, during a ceremony held in Greensboro as part of the 36th annual NCWorks Partnership Conference.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Dr. Joseph (Joe) Askew, an Adkin High School alumnus, has announced his intention to run for City Council in Lenoir County. His extensive background in public service, education, and legal sectors uniquely positions him as a candidate with comprehensive experience.
This coming Saturday will be a busy time on Herritage Street. Three noteworthy events will allow people to eat, either run or watch races, and enjoy music while celebrating the life of a Kinston entrepreneur.
Lori Carraway Bryant, 63, of Pink Hill, NC, passed away Friday, October 6, 2023, at ECU Health, surrounded by her family. A memorial service will be conducted Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at 6pm at Edwards Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase the Teacher’s Memorial School property owned by the Lenoir County Board of Education. The property’s street address is 500 Marcella Drive Kinston, NC 28501. The offer to purchase is in the amount of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Dollars ($188,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 19, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($187,000).
1 in 8 women, or approximately 13% of the female population in the U.S., will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. But there is hope! When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%.
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase the Teacher’s Memorial School property owned by the Lenoir County Board of Education. The property’s street address is 500 Marcella Drive Kinston, NC 28501. The offer to purchase is in the amount of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Dollars ($188,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 19, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1,000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($187,000).
William Doyle “Bill” Whitley, Jr., known to many as “Big Daddy”, 66, of Kinston passed away Thursday, October 12 at his home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Monday, October 16, 2023 at 7:00 PM at Howard-Carter Funeral Home with visitation to follow.
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for October 14, 2023. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.