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29 years and counting for economic development group

By Junious Smith III / Staff writer Kinston Free Press Wednesday’s Lenoir Committee of 100 meeting celebrated the 29th year of the organization, as well as the impact it has made for the area. According to the organization, the Committee of 100 has contributed approximately $1.5 million in economic projects in the county — as well as $500,000 in the past 10 years — for the economic growth in the community. “I thought it was great meeting, and the committee was back on track,” President Tom Vermillion said. “I’ve always believed in Lenoir County. The group started in the mid-1980s, with a lot of folks…

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A Chef’s Life Wins Peabody

Established in 1940, the George Foster Peabody Awards recognize distinguished achievement and meritorious public service by TV and radio stations, networks, producing organizations, individuals, and the World Wide Web.  “A Chef’s Life” has been announced among the 2013 Award Winners Congratulations!!!

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Lenoir County Industrial Park Sinage

The Industrial Park in Lenoir County recently received signage to aid in recognizing businesses and directing traffic tot he businesses within the park.  The Lenoir County Committee of 100, Inc. initiated the project and partnered with Electricities to have the signs created.