Kinston City Council voted June 3 to support a proposed redesign of All American City Park, a small but prominent green space at the intersection of Blount and North Queen streets, marking a new phase in the city’s downtown revitalization efforts.
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Memorial Garden Dedication Ceremony celebrates downtown beautification efforts
A dedication ceremony was held at the corner of W. North and Mitchell Streets. Adopted from the city, a once-vacant lot bloomed with a memorial garden, honoring the late Ms. Shirley Herring's dedication to beautifying downtown. This three-year endeavor was funded by donations.
Save the date: Downtown Kinston to host July 4th music and fireworks in Pearson Park
Downtown Kinston will come alive this July 4th with an evening full of music and fireworks, as Downtown Kinston Revitalization hosts its annual concert at Pearson Park. The event, sponsored by local businesses including Bojangles, Walter Poole Realty, Kinston Realty Group, and Neuse News, is set to run from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm, culminating in a vibrant fireworks display.
Downtown Dilemma: City remains committed to DKR despite board exodus
The Downtown Kinston Revitalization (DKR), once known as Pride of Kinston, faces significant challenges as it grapples with a series of board member resignations and criticisms of its leadership. DKR has been tasked with rejuvenating Kinston’s downtown area since 1984.
Downtown Kinston Revitalization puts Kinston Enterprise Center up for sale to further economic development
After many months of discussion and consultation the Board of Directors of Pride of Kinston, dba Downtown Kinston Revitalization (DK), a 501c3 non-profit organization, has made the decision to list its ~26,000 sf Kinston Enterprise Center (KEC) for sale. The sale will be facilitated by Jess Edwards of Kinston Realty Group.
Update: Summerfest 2022 June 11, 2022 event canceled
UPDATE: CANCELED! Kinston’s annual Summerfest kicks off on June 11, 2022 with a concert presented by Downtown Kinston Revitalization (DKR) at Pearson Park. Breadwine and Blooze, the band who performed during last year’s July 4th weekend fireworks display, will be returning to Kinston for an evening filled with food, vendors, and music.
Save the date! Summerfest 2022 kicks off on June 11, 2022
Kinston’s annual Summerfest kicks off on June 11, 2022 with a concert presented by Downtown Kinston Revitalization (DKR) at Pearson Park. Breadwine and Blooze, the band who performed during last year’s July 4th weekend fireworks display, will be returning to Kinston for an evening filled with food, vendors, and music.