The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Sheriff thanks community for outpouring of support for county's children
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Snow Angels (SOSA) would like to say a huge “thank you” to the residents of this county and the amazing sponsors of the program.
Statewide Holiday ‘Booze It & Lose It’ Enforcement Campaign Underway
RALEIGH – This holiday season, the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program joins local and state law enforcement to urge drivers against impaired driving.
Public Notice: Upset Bid Notice for Teachers Memorial School
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 Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to December 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($299,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Three Hundred Fifteen Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($315,050.00).
Public Notice: North Carolina Global TransPark
The North Carolina Global TransPark is accepting proposals for multiple mowing and landscaping service contracts.
Obituary: Harvette Hope Byrd Poole
Harvette Hope Byrd Poole, 58, of LaGrange, passed away on December 10, 2023. Funeral services will be held at Westminster United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. on Thursday December 14, 2023, with Pastor Dennis Peay officiating. A visitation will follow in the church fellowship hall. A private burial service will be held.
Mike Parker: The tragedy behind one Christmas song
One thing I like most about this time of year is the seasonal music that plays everywhere I go. While I enjoy songs such as “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” and “Frosty the Snowman,” I much prefer songs and carols that capture the celebration of the birth of the Lord Jesus.
Women’s Fund of North Carolina Awards more than $19,000 in grants
The Women’s Fund of North Carolina has awarded $19,570 in grants to charitable organizations throughout the state. The Women’s Fund is a program of the North Carolina Community Foundation.
Public Notice: Upset Bid Notice for Teachers Memorial School
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 Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to December 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($299,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Three Hundred Fifteen Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($315,050.00).
Snow Hill Primary "Terrific Kid" awards
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.
Public Notice: Kinston Housing Authority - Advertisement for re-bids
Sealed re-bid proposals will be received by the KINSTON HOUSING AUTHORITY for the SIMON BRIGHT SITE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AT NC 004-1 until 3:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2023, and immediately thereafter publicly opened and read for the furnishing of labor, material and equipment entering into the Site Redevelopment Project.
Senator Perry Appointed to Interim Committees
Sen. Jim Perry (R-Lenoir) has been appointed to four Legislative Interim Committees for the 2023-24 legislative interim period. Additionally, Perry was selected to serve as the co-chair of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Unemployment Insurance because of his extensive business background.
Letter to the editor: Something must be done about NC’s oral health care crisis
Approximately 600,000 adults in North Carolina are now receiving Medicaid health coverage as the result of Medicaid expansion this month. Preventing disease and providing early treatment for people is a critical step toward a healthier North Carolina.
Gerald Roberson, Jr. Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Gerald Roberson, Jr. of Kinston, North Carolina, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Roberson was initiated at East Carolina University.
Public Notice: Upset Bid Notice for Teachers Memorial School
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 Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000.00). Notice is hereby given that prior to December 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM, any person may raise the bid by not less than ten percent (10%) of the first one thousand dollars ($1000) and five percent (5%) of the remainder ($299,000). Therefore, the lowest acceptable upset bid is Three Hundred Fifteen Thousand and Fifty Dollars ($315,050.00).