Dwight Frederick Buck, 74, of Albertson, formerly of Kinston, died early Sunday morning at ECU Health - Duplin in Kenansville, following a brief final illness and a two-year battle with stroke-related disease. A funeral service will be held at Pink Hill Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 followed by entombment at Oak Ridge Memorial Park in Pink Hill.
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 offer to purchase is in the amount of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 30, 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 ($199,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Ten Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($210,050.00).
KPD officers responded to a Kinston residence in reference to an abduction of two juveniles. The juveniles had been previously placed into foster care by DSS and were living with foster parents. The investigation revealed that the juveniles biological mother, Kimberley Westbrooke (34, Greenville, NC), had violated orders and abducted the children from their foster home.
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Vickie Jones, who served as the President/CEO of the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce for the past 18 months, has tendered her resignation.
In the upcoming 2023 Municipal Election, Larry L. Gladney is a seasoned leader with a commitment to his community. Gladney, who currently serves as a council member and holds the position of Mayor Pro Tempore in the Town of LaGrange, is seeking re-election. With two decades of dedicated service to the town, Gladney is driven by a desire to continue supporting growth and development for the benefit of its residents.
From 6 p.m. through 8 p.m. on October 26, the smART Gallery at 210 North Queen Street in Kinston will feature Jamil Burton and his work at an “Artist Talk and Exhibition Opening.” The event is free to all who wish to attend.
The EMS Skills Instructor will provide quality instruction in the subject matter assigned by the Director of EMS Programs in accordance with programmatic, NCOEMS, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP guidelines and standards.
Help wanted: Neuse Regional Library - Engagement Librarian I Salary Range depending on qualifications: Starting $16.50 per hour
The EMS Skills Instructor will provide quality instruction in the subject matter assigned by the Director of EMS Programs in accordance with programmatic, NCOEMS, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP guidelines and standards.
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 offer to purchase is in the amount of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 30, 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 ($199,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Ten Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($210,050.00).
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 offer to purchase is in the amount of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to October 30, 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 ($199,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Two Hundred Ten Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($210,050.00).
Pink Hill — The Town of Pink Hill has been grappling with a series of significant events that have led to multiple resignations, most recently that of Town Clerk, Lisa McGee. The sequence of upheavals started with the sudden death of former Mayor Carol Sykes and has since seen a string of departures and confrontations, culminating in McGee's resignation. McGee cites harassment and false allegations from Commissioner Pete Fantini as the primary reasons for her decision to step down.
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for October 6, 2023. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
