James “Dexter” Barnett, 73, of Jackson Heights, peacefully passed away early Sunday morning, February 11th at his home. The services to remember, honor, and celebrate his life will be held at Jackson Heights OFWB Church on Friday, February 16th. Visitation will be from 5:00pm – 6:00pm, and the funeral service will follow. Dexter’s good friend, the Rev. Terry Dennis will be officiating the service.
Over the last two months, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, along with NC ALE Agents, and Farmville PD Narcotics Detective, conducted several drug investigations throughout Greene County. During the last week Investigators served search warrants at three different locations, which lead to arrests on several felony drug charges.
The Kinston Police Department has issued a plea to the public for assistance in locating 66-year-old Gary Jones, who was last seen near the Adkin Street Apartments. Jones, described as having a height of 6'02", was wearing a red sweater, gray shirt, and dark blue jeans with a notable gold accent on the front at the time of his disappearance.
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir County Public Schools has been awarded a $52 million grant for school construction. State Superintendent Catherine Truitt announced LCPS received the grant which will allow the school system to replace E.B. Frink Middle School. Previously, the Lenoir County Commissioners approved a $5 million match necessary to receive the grant.
Minor to moderate coastal flooding is forecast for soundside locations from the northern Outer Banks southward to Frisco. Additionally, wind gusts of 45-50 mph are likely along the coast and near 40 mph for inland areas. A widespread 2-3" of rainfall is expected but a flash flood threat remains negligible.
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. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kid Awards!
Lenoir Community College and Lenoir, Greene, and Jones County Public Schools, in collaboration with ECU, are entering into a partnership to help build the local teacher pipeline through an exciting opportunity for high school students.
Most of you who know me well have heard me use this mantra: “If you don’t vote – don’t complain.” Since I became eligible to vote, I have missed casting my vote in only one election. Actually, I went to vote. However, since I had changed my address without changing it at the board of elections, I was not eligible to vote.
The Lenoir County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council announces the availability of $247,183 for 2024-25. Program applications are due by 5 pm on March 1, 2024. Only local public agencies, 501 (c)3 non-profit corporations and local housing authorities will be considered for funding. For additional information regarding the application process, contact Suzanne Nix at slanenix@gmail.com.
A grantwriting workshop will be offered virtually on Jan. 23rd at 10am; those interested can register by emailing denise.bond@ncdps.gov.
Welcome Vickie Robinson! Vickie has joined the team as our new foundation executive director. Vickie brings a wealth of development experience and familiarity with our community. Her desire is to hit the ground running connecting donors with their passion for healthcare. She looks forward to working with you.
Lenoir Community College awarded the first two Lancer Educator Apprenticeship Promise (LEAP) Fellows with a $1,000 scholarship.
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Our Eastern North Carolina area is known as the “buckle” of the belt of the highest rate of heart disease in the US. Given that designation gives us even more reason to learn how you can prevent heart disease.
C-Squad officers received information related to a vehicle stolen from Wilmington NC. Officers located the vehicle traveling on HWY 11 and initiated a traffic stop. The driver, Sklyer Potter (22, Lenoir County) and Andrea Milhoan (35, Lenoir County) were taken into custody. Milhoan, a convicted felon was also in possession of firearm. Both offenders were placed in the the LC Jail for the following:
