MAYSVILLE – Ice cream lovers, rejoice! Get the Scoop has announced its highly anticipated grand opening, set for Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 602 Main St.
South Lenoir Alumni Isabelle Vernon receives NCCSS Student Teacher of the Year
When Isabelle Vernon found out that she won the North Carolina Council for Social Studies Student Teacher of the Year award, she was in disbelief.
Espionage, Intrigue, and Fine Dining: Female Spy Dinner Theater Comes to Kinston
Step into the world of espionage and experience a night of history and intrigue at the Female Spy Dinner Theater! Hosted by the Friends of the CSS Neuse, this exciting event will take place on Friday, March 7, 2025 and Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the CSS Neuse Museum, located at 100 North Queen Street, Kinston, NC 28501.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Revisiting the Mediterranean Diet
Many years ago, the Mediterranean Diet jumped into popularity showing up as clearly the best way to eat to increase your longevity. A true “Mediterranean Diet” consists mainly of fruits and vegetables, seafood, olive oil, hearty grains, and other foods that fight against heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes, and cognitive decline.
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Early Settlers–The Herrings
The proven patriarch of generations of present-day Suttons in Lenoir County was John Sutton (1720/30-bef. 1773). An early settler of Bucklesberry, he arrived around 1745-1750. Not the only settler, though, nor the first, evidence suggests that ancestors of the Herring family line of Lenoir County preceded John Sutton's arrival.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Obituary: Mary McRae Dale Parrott
Mary McRae Dale Parrott of Kinston, NC, born October 20, 1948, entered into the loving arms of Jesus on February 27, 2025. Visitation will be held at Faith Fellowship Church on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 4-6 pm, and her homecoming service will also be held at Faith Fellowship Church on Monday, March 3, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Private family burial.
Obituary: Brian C. Harrell
Brian C. Harrell, 59, of Kinston, passed away on February 25, 2025. A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 2nd, 2025, 3PM, at Edwards Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Obituary: Ursula M. Johnson
Ursula M. Johnson, 88, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. A graveside service will be conducted Friday, Feb. 28, at 2pm at the Mausoleum at Pinelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Thursday, Feb. 27, from 5-7pm at Edwards Funeral Home.
Kristy Kelly: I’m not financially stable enough for a felony
Being in a woman in her 40s is like playing emotional roulette. Which level of crazy are you going to get when you act foolish toward me? Spin the wheel and find out!
Kinston Police Department partners with volunteer to tackle cold cases
The Kinston Police Department has partnered with a local volunteer to assist with cold case investigations, an initiative that Chief Keith Goyette hopes will bring renewed attention to unsolved crimes.
160th Anniversary: Wyse Fork Battlefield Tour commemorates a pivotal Civil War Battle
The Friends of the CSS Neuse are proud to present the 160th Anniversary: Wyse Fork Battlefield Tour on Friday, March 7, 2025 and Saturday, March 8, 2025. This special event will offer a rare opportunity to explore the battlefield where Union and Confederate forces clashed in one of the largest engagements fought in North Carolina during the Civil War.
Help wanted: Public Health Nurse II-Maternity and BCCCP Programs
As a member of the Lenoir County Government Health Department, you can make a difference! The Health Department is seeking candidates for a Public Health Nurse II-Maternity and BCCCP Programs.
Public Notice: NOTICE OF SALE OF SURPLUS TABLETS AND LAPTOPS
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 surplus tablets and laptops most of which have been used by students and teachers for at least three years and are currently unsuited to meet the continued needs of students and teachers.