Leaders and citizens alike mourn the passing of Buddy Ritch, reflecting on his legacy of service and dedication to the city he loved.
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Two out on pretrial release rearrested for felony vehicle theft
Two people out of jail under pretrial release are back behind bars after committing felony larceny of a motor vehicle.
Kinston Police Department investigates shooting incident involving juvenile
On Sunday, November 11, 2024, at approximately 12:47 p.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to a reported shooting on the 700 block of East Lenoir Avenue. Upon arrival, law enforcement located a 15-year-old male victim who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds to his extremities.
Former Mayor Buddy Ritch passes away
Buddy Ritch, former mayor of Kinston, passed away Monday evening, leaving behind a significant legacy of community service. O.A. “Buddy Ritch was 95. He served as mayor from 1985-1997 and for a fourth term from 2005-2009.
Letter to the Editor: A real investment in our future
A short while ago, our dishwasher at home broke. Like many of you, my family and I went to Lowe’s in Kinston to look for a new one. We bought a replacement and had it installed. I didn’t give much thought to where it was made or who built it.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Get Swept Away by the Magic of Hello, Dolly! Live on the Turner Stage
Step into the dazzling charm of Hello, Dolly! as Lenoir Community College transports you to the vibrant streets of 1890s New York City. Join the unstoppable Dolly Levi, a matchmaker with a knack for turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, as she navigates love, laughter, and second chances.
Help Wanted: Sociology Instructor
The Sociology Instructor is responsible for providing quality, engaging, college-level instruction to LCC students via the use of seated and/or online courses, one-on-one instruction, and whole group teaching methods.
Down East Bird Dawgs Hire Brett Wellman as Field Manager
The Down East Bird Dawgs, along with the Frontier League, an MLB Partner League, are excited to announce the hiring of Brett Wellman as the team’s first Field Manager!
SECU Awards Scholarships to LCC Students
The State Employees’ Credit Union recently awarded the SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship to two Lenoir Community College students: Luther Paugh of Kinston, a student in the Welding Technology program, and Franchesca King of Greenville, a student in the Radiography program.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help Wanted: Sociology Instructor
The Sociology Instructor is responsible for providing quality, engaging, college-level instruction to LCC students via the use of seated and/or online courses, one-on-one instruction, and whole group teaching methods.
Lenoir County Farmers Market update for November 9, 2024
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for November 9, 2024. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Experience the Charm of Hello, Dolly! Live at LCC
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hello, Dolly! as Lenoir Community College brings to life a tale filled with joy, romance, and the bustling energy of 1890s New York. Audiences will be captivated by Dolly Levi, a charming and determined matchmaker with a heart full of dreams and a gift for making magic happen in unexpected ways.