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Impact of holidays for Lenoir County program helping with food insecurity

KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — As you turn your clocks and flip your calendars this weekend, don’t forget that means the holiday season will soon be upon us. The same can be said for a soup kitchen that’s been serving meals every day since 1984. Executive Director of Mary’s Kitchen, Richard Crumbacker, said the holidays actually […]

Lenoir County, NC · 11d

The Wilson Times

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Nash Street building restored ... brick by brick

More than 13,000 bricks are being used to restore Wilson’s damaged historic Nash Street building, with masons working to preserve its original look for a future office space.

Wilson, NC · 11d

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John Hadley, Co. D, 37th United States Colored Troops.

On 31 January 1864, John Hadley enlisted in the United States Colored Troops in Washington, North Carolina. Born in what is now Wilson County about 1844, Hadley likely was enslaved by Thomas J. Hadley III (who held dozens in bondage) or IV. Hadley was mustered into service at Norfolk, Virginia,...

Wilson County, NC · 11d
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Jones County Public Schools mourns loss of one of their own, Carly Humphrey

Jones County Public Schools is mourning the loss of school social worker Carly Humphrey, who passed away following a battle with cancer.

Jones County, NC · 12d

WNCT

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Former Chocowinity town clerk charged after voiding her own utility bills, SBI says

BEAUFORT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The former town clerk for Chocowinity has been charged with embezzlement after the NCSBI investigated allegations that she voided her utility bills for multiple years. Lauren Hoggard faces three counts of embezzlement by a public officer, each a Class F felony. The SBI said Hoggard also overpaid her own payroll […]

Chocowinity, NC · 11d

CBS 17

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NC Republicans file formal complaint for alleged illegal electioneering by Don Davis supporters

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The North Carolina Republican Party is calling for an investigation into allegations of illegal electioneering by supporters of Democratic Congressman Don Davis at an early voting site in Edgecombe County. The formal complaint, filed Monday with the NC State Board of Elections, alleges Davis supporters wore campaign shirts and engaged in […]

Edgecombe County, NC · 13d

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Democrats counter Vance rally with affordability message in Pitt County

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) — As neighboring Lenoir County prepared for Vance’s arrival for a rally on Wednesday, Democrats running for state and federal races gathered to share their side. Raymond Smith, the Democrat running against Rep. Greg Murphy in the 3rd Congressional District, joined N.C. House candidates...

Pitt County, NC · 12d

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Library logo removal sparks debate over LGBTQ+ inclusion

The small eastern North Carolina town of Farmville (population 4,512) in Pitt County is facing questions about transparency, LGBTQ+ inclusion and the role of public libraries after the town’s public library removed a multicolored logo it had used for approximately 14 years. The decision followed complaints from three residents who reportedly believed the design resembled a rainbow associated with the LGBTQ+ community.

Farmville, NC · 11d

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A Greenville children’s hospital brings Halloween festivities to patients

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - On Friday, a Greenville children’s hospital brought Halloween to the children. James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital held a festive Halloween event in its main lobby. ECU Health team members dressed up, decorated booths, and handed out candy. “We love it,” said Kenzie Hornsby,...

Greenville, NC · 10d

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Bertie County opens new animal shelter months after state shutdown

WINDSOR, N.C. (WITN) - Bertie County officials celebrated the grand opening of a new animal shelter Friday afternoon, after years of welfare concerns and a state-ordered shutdown of the county’s former facility. The state ordered the previous shelter to close in August following six failed inspections. For years, animals...

Bertie County, NC · 10d

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Sheriff Chip Hughes contributes $10,505 to 2027 D.A.R.E. Summer Camp

Craven County Partners In Education announced a $10,505 contribution from Sheriff Chip Hughes to support the 2027 D.A.R.E. Summer Camp. According to the organization, the funding will help provide a four-week summer program for approximately 55 young people. Between 12 and 14 new campers are expected to participate each week.

Craven County, NC · 12d

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Shake, stir or vote: restaurants could mix drinks and boost ABC sales in Jones County

When will the mixed beverage referendum appear on the ballot?. TRENTON, Jones County — Jones County voters will decide Nov. 3 whether eligible restaurants can apply for permits to serve mixed drinks. The mixed beverage referendum will appear on the 2026 general election ballot. If approved, it could allow...

Jones County, NC · 10d

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Rocky Mount residents face utility payment issues amid IT outage

Residents of Rocky Mount, North Carolina are experiencing difficulties in paying their utility bills online due to an IT outage affecting the city's payment system.

Rocky Mount, NC · 13d

Neuse News

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Letter to the Editor: Agriculture and the races on your ballot

Farming is a big part of the economy in Lenoir, Greene and Jones Counties, and the people who write the state’s laws and decide its court cases shape how farm families work. Early voting runs through 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, and Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Three places on your ballot matter to farms.

Lenoir County, NC · 10d

The Daily Reflector

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Schools working to address increase in number of fights on campus

Pitt County Schools has seen an uptick in the number of fights on campus, and the school district is taking steps to address the trend, officials said. Executive Director of Student Services Sara English told the Board of Education last week that fighting referrals have increased this year, compared with the same number of school days last year. “We recognize that trend and are taking it seriously,” she said. “We also know that discipline patterns can change throughout the school year.” The report follows comments a South Greenville Elementary parent made earlier this month about an increase in fights at her child’s school. The “School Discipline: Prevention, Response and Accountability” presentation did not include the number of fights that have occurred. English told the board that it is not unusual for the number of fights to fluctuate during the school year. “Historically over the past three to five years, fighting incidents have increased in October and then they level out with another small increase again in April,” she said. “We will continue monitoring the data, rather than assuming this historical pattern will continue, to make sure that we’re doing everything we can to provide the support needed.” According to the

Pitt County, NC · 12d

The Wilson Times

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Early voting site left unlocked overnight

Elections officials found the Wilson County Agricultural Center polling site unlocked overnight on Oct. 21 but reported no evidence of tampering or theft. The chief judges responsible will remain through Election Day.

Wilson County, NC · 12d

WNCT

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Voters react to JD Vance’s upcoming Kinston trip

KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — Voters have mixed reactions to the announcement that Vice President JD Vance will be visiting Kinston Wednesday. The visit comes just a week after the president campaigned for Republicans on the ballot this election in Greenville. Recent polls show former Democratic governor Roy Cooper leading Republican nominee Michael Whatley in the […]

Kinston, NC · 13d

WRAL News

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Rocky Mount city offices hit with network issues, causing issues with utility payment services

The city of Rocky Mount is working to fix a network issue that has brought down some of its city systems. The city said its technology department has identified the connectivity issue and is working on a fix. The issue is affecting access to "several" city systems, including the one used to access utility payment services.

Rocky Mount, NC · 13d

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West Craven social studies teacher earns historical fiction honor for debut novel

VANCEBORO, Craven County — Zachary Allen, a seventh-grade social studies teacher at West Craven Middle School, received an Award of Excellence in Historical Fiction from the North Carolina Society of Historians. The award recognizes Allen’s debut novel, The Legend of James Jack. The book tells the story of...

Craven County, NC · 12d