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Kinston city leaders to consider plan to demolish “eyesore” motel
KINSTON, N.C. (WITN) - One Eastern Carolina city is ready to spend more than $100,000 to remove an old motel that’s been abandoned for years. Busted doors and shattered windows are just some of the reasons the City of Kinston says the Super 8 Motel on Highway 70 is a public nuisance.
ENC parks continue to be closed due to flooding issues
EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — Due to flood water conditions, a few area parks in eastern Carolina remain closed as of Wednesday, August 14. The Neuseway Nature Park located at 401 W Caswell Street in Kinston including all the facilities are closed, according to Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department.
Kinston eyes demolition of deteriorated Super 8 Motel
The City of Kinston is moving forward with plans to demolish the condemned Super 8 Motel located on Highway 70 East, a major entryway into the city. The motel sustained significant damage from Hurricane Matthew in 2017 and was condemned in 2020. The building is currently open, posing a public safety hazard and blighting the community. The property owner, Kinston NC Hospitality, LLC, has been notified multiple times about the building's condition but has not addressed the issues.
Some rivers in eastern North Carolina continue to rise
Flood warnings remain in place for several areas of eastern North Carolina; the National Weather Service says some continue to rise, while water levels are starting to drop in other locations. The Tar River at Greenville is expected to crest at around 17 feet, moderate flood stage, on Friday and...
ENC community comes together to prepare for potential river crest flooding
KINSTON, N.C. (WITN) - Debby’s impacts are still felt across Eastern Carolina. The heavy rain last Thursday and Friday is causing officials to monitor river levels and the roads impacted. According to the National Weather Service, the Neuse River is forecasted to crest at a moderate flood level in...
Kinston City Council approves $20,000 grant for Paramount Theater restoration
The Kinston City Council approved a $20,000 preservation and restoration grant for the Paramount Theater, a historic cultural venue in downtown Kinston, during a recent city council meeting. The grant is part of a broader effort to rehabilitate the theater, which is now owned by the nonprofit Smart Kinston City Project Foundation.
NCDOT Crews Work to Repair Sinkhole on Dunn Family Road in Kinston
Crews from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) are working to repair a large sinkhole that developed on Dunn Family Road near Girl Scout Road, just outside the city limits of Kinston. The sinkhole, which was reported on Sunday, was caused by heavy rainfall that led to a break or separation in a pipe running beneath the road.
Kinston Public Services recognized for excellence
Kinston Public Services was honored with the Public Power of Excellence Award by the Board of Directors at ElectriCities of North Carolina. The award recognizes the city’s exceptional achievements in providing efficient and reliable power to its residents. “The City of Kinston is honored to have been selected by...
Event: SAFE's Women’s Health Fair and Market
Get Ready for an Exciting Day at the Women’s Health Fair and Market!. SAFE in Lenoir and Greene County is thrilled to host an extraordinary event that's not to be missed!. Join us for a day of inspiration, empowerment, and community spirit. Explore a diverse array of healthcare and informational booths that will provide invaluable support and guidance for your health decisions. Afterward, treat yourself at our vibrant Market, where local small businesses will showcase a delightful selection of handmade jewelry, delicious food and drinks, soothing teas, tumblers, coffee mugs, wood signs, bookmarks, kitchen towels, and more. Don't forget to indulge in some sweet treats!
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