Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Pears peak in late October

Pears peak in late October and should be abundant at Farmers Markets and Roadside Stands in Eastern North Carolina.  Pears are a powerhouse fruit, loaded with fiber, vitamins and beneficial plant compounds.  Sadly the number of pear trees have reduced over the past several years as a result of the weight of the pears and the occurrences of heavy wind and hurricanes.

Former President Donald Trump is coming to Kinston

Former President Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for the upcoming election, is set to hold a rally in Kinston this Sunday. The event will take place at the Kinston Regional Jetport, a location where Trump previously held a rally in October 2016.

Details about the rally, including start time and ticket information, have not yet been released, but it has been reported that the gates open at 10:00 am and the event is at 2:00 pm. Local residents are encouraged to stay tuned for further announcements regarding this high-profile event.

Candidate Interview: Shannan Harrison

Neuse News had the opportunity to speak with Shannan Harrison, a candidate for the At-Large seat on the Lenoir County Public Schools Board. Running against incumbents Bruce Hill and Merwyn Smith, as well as fellow candidate Jonathan Britt, Harrison shares her vision for the district, her priorities for students and educators, and what she hopes to accomplish if elected.

Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: The Backcountry

An abundance of land awaited the earliest settlers who arrived in the unsettled backcountry of Bucklesberry in the early to mid-1700s. Defined by Historian and author Dr. Lindley S. Butler, PhD, backcountry was a "term used during the early settlement and colonial periods for the vast interior of North Carolina, located away from the coastline and including both the modern day Piedmont and Mountain regions."

Candidate Interview: Jonathan Britt

Neuse News sat down with Jonathan Britt, a candidate vying for an At-Large seat on the Lenoir County Public Schools Board. Britt is challenging incumbents Bruce Hill and Merwyn Smith, as well as candidate Shannan Harrison. Get insights into Britt’s platform, his approach to key educational issues, and why he believes he’s the best choice for Lenoir County’s future.