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First Lenoir Bicycle Festival a success
The first Lenoir Bicycle Festival was a success according to volunteers and participants who brought their bikes to Downtown Lenoir and road around on our streets. Read on... -
Registration still open for youth summer basketball
Registration is still open for both City of Lenoir youth summer basketball leagues. Read on... -
Finance director receives Local Government Finance Officers certification
City of Lenoir Finance Director Donna Bean was recently certified as a Local Government Finance Officer by the North Carolina Government Finance Officers Association. Read on... -
Registration still open for summer swim club
Registration is still open for the City of Lenoir Summer Swim Club. Summer Swim Club will help participants become better swimmers and learn more strokes. The club will also compete in swim meets. Read on... -
Lenoir makes more greenway connections
City of Lenoir Public Works staff recently made two more greenway connections near the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex. The connections increase access to the greenway in the area. Read on... -
City wins communications awards
The City of Lenoir recently won two Excellence in Communications Awards from North Carolina City and County Communicators (NC3C). Read on... -
Raffles, prizes, and a backwards bicycle coming to the Lenoir Bicycle Festival
The Lenoir Bicycle Festival is next Saturday and the event planners have some fun activities on the schedule including the Impossible Backwards Bicycle Challenge. Read on... -
Mayor proclaims "Celebrate Drinking Water Week" in Lenoir
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Joe Gibbons proclaimed the week of May 1 to 7, 2022, as “Celebrate Drinking Water Week” throughout the City of Lenoir. Read on... -
Mayor Gibbons selected as Chair of NC Mayors Association
Mayor Joe Gibbons has been selected as Chair of the NC Mayors Association Board of Directors and will serve a one-year term helping to lead the organization and its 11-member board. Read on... -
Mayor proclaims International Firefighters' Day in Lenoir
On behalf of the City of Lenoir City Council, Mayor Joe Gibbons proclaimed Wednesday, May 4, 2022, as “International Firefighters’ Day” throughout the City of Lenoir. Read on... -
Council honors Telecommunicators
City Council and Mayor Joe Gibbons honored the City's telecommunicators last month with a proclamation naming April 10 to 16, 2022, as "National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" in the City of Lenoir. Read on... -
Finley Avenue to be paved tomorrow
Contractors will be paving Finley Avenue from Main Street to Arlington Circle tomorrow and Friday. Drivers traveling the area should expect delays. Read on... -
City staff clean up Lenoir during Litter Sweep
About 35 City staff, including the Mayor and a Councilman, picked up dozens of bags of litter Wednesday, April 20, 2022, during the City of Lenoir Spring Employee Litter Sweep. Read on... -
Compost giveaway #2 this Saturday
The City of Lenoir is holding another leaf compost giveaway this Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Read on... -
Get your tickets for Rejoice! A Celebration in Song Community Event
The Freedman Cultural Center is presenting "Rejoice! A Celebration in Song Community Event" this Saturday at The Campus at the Historic Lenoir High School in Downtown Lenoir. Tickets are $10 per person and are presale only. Read on... -
Bicycle festival coming to Downtown Lenoir
Planning is underway for a new event in 2022, the Lenoir Bicycle Festival. Read on... -
Council and staff cut ribbon on Hotel Street
City Council and staff held a ribbon cutting to officially open Hotel Street yesterday, April 6, 2022. Read on... -
Mayor proclaims April to be Fair Housing Month
City of Lenoir Mayor Joe Gibbons proclaimed April 2022 to be Fair Housing Month in Lenoir during the Council's regular meeting Tuesday night. Read on... -
Section of Lower Creek Drive to be closed again
A section of Lower Creek Drive will be closed again this Saturday. Contractors are installing a water line connection to the new Kattz Corner apartments. Read on... -
Master Gardeners hosting free gardening program
The first First Saturday in the Garden program is tomorrow, Saturday, April 2, 2022, at the Unity Park Community Gardens in Lenoir. Read on... -
Easter Egg Hunt next Saturday
The City of Lenoir Easter Egg Hunt will be Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Mulberry Recreation Center. The hunt is open to kids 10 and younger. Read on... -
Compost giveaway this Saturday
The City of Lenoir leaf compost giveaway is this Saturday, April 2, 2022, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Read on... -
Parks & Recreation seeking community input
The City of Lenoir Parks and Recreation Department is seeking community input through a brief survey. Read on... -
Families asked to clear graves before mowing season
Staff at the Blue Ridge Memorial Park in Lenoir are asking that family members clear grave markers of all items not in vases before Friday, April 1, 2022. Read on... -
Paving on Beall Street tomorrow
Contractors plan to pave Beall Street from Harper Avenue to Holly Court tomorrow, Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Residents have been asked to not park on the street. Read on... -
No parking on Beall Street Thursday
Contractors will be milling a section of Beall Street Thursday morning, March 24, 2022, and residents have been asked to not park on the street that day from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Read on... -
Duke Energy clearing rights-of-way around Lenoir
Duke Energy has started clearing rights-of-way along some of their electrical lines in Lenoir and Caldwell County. The work should be done by the end of the month. Read on... -
Police Dept. recognizes female staff during Women's History Month
In honor of Women's History Month, the City of Lenoir Police Department wants to recognize and thank the female staff who help the department succeed in enhancing public safety and improving the quality of life in Lenoir. Read on... -
Leprechaun Chase back for round two
Downtown Lenoir's Leprechaun Chase Scavenger Hunt is back for round two, and the game starts today. It's free to play, so don't miss your chance to win! Read on... -
Section of Lower Creek Drive closed Saturday
A section of Lower Creek Drive will be closed this Saturday morning and afternoon. Contractors are installing a water line connection to the new Kattz Corner apartments. Read on... -
Lifeguard certification classes available
The City of Lenoir Parks & Recreation Department is offering two lifeguard certification classes this month and next. Students must complete the pretest for the first class by tomorrow. Read on... -
Youth baseball and softball registration ends Friday
Parents have until Friday, March 11, 2022, to sign their kids up for City of Lenoir youth baseball and softball. Read on... -
Grand Manor Receives Rural Economic Development Grant
The North Carolina Department of Commerce announced that Grand Manor Furniture is a recipient of the Rural Economic Development Division Building Reuse grant award. Read on... -
Water line break on US 321
City of Lenoir Public Utilities staff are currently working to repair a water line break on US 321 in front of Burger King. Several businesses are affected and will be without water for several hours. Read on... -
Do you heart a local business? Send them a valentine.
The City of Lenoir Main Street Department is sponsoring a Love Letters for Local campaign this month. Staff are asking residents to grab a pen and piece of paper and take a few minutes to show their love for small businesses in downtown. Read on... -
Council selects Kent Greer to fill vacant seat
The City of Lenoir City Council selected Kent Greer to fill the vacant seat on Council Tuesday night, Feb. 1, 2022. The vote was unanimous. Read on... -
City honoring black American firsts in Lenoir and Caldwell County
In celebration of Black History Month, the City of Lenoir will honor black American firsts that happened here in Lenoir and Caldwell County via several social media posts throughout February. Read on... -
Sign up for WaterSmart before a leak catches you by surprise!
When the ground freezes and thaws over and over, there's a better chance for water line breaks. Sign up for WaterSmart today to get notified of possible water leaks! Read on... -
City Council honors Ben Willis
The City of Lenoir City Council honored Councilman Ben Willis last week during the Jan. 18, 2022, City Council meeting. Councilman Willis is resigning from the Council at the end of the month. Read on... -
City Council honors Sgt. James Moore
The City of Lenoir City Council honored retiring Police Sergeant James Moore Tuesday night, Jan. 18, 2022, during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
City facilities opening on delay Wednesday
Due to expected icy conditions on the roads tomorrow morning, City Hall and Parks & Recreation facilities will open at 10:00 am Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. Read on... -
Tuesday garbage collection postponed
Due to road conditions this morning, Tuesday's garbage route will be collected this Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, weather permitting. Staff still plan to collect Monday's route tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 19. Read on... -
Are you ready for snow? City prepping for winter weather.
Weather forecasters are saying snow is likely this weekend. City staff is prepping to respond, and residents should take precautions as well, including moving vehicles off the streets if it does start snowing. Read on... -
Martin Luther King Jr. Day closings and info
City of Lenoir City Hall and recreational facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Garbage collection will be affected. Read on... -
Gardeners grow thousands of pounds of produce at Community Gardens
Gardeners working the beds at the Unity Park & Community Gardens pulled and picked more than 5,000 pounds of produce last year, and much of that was donated to the community. Read on... -
Council recognized for HOME program, Foothills Veterans Stand Down
The City of Lenoir City Council was recognized Tuesday for the City's involvement in the Unifour Consortium HOME Program. Three councilmembers were recognized for participating in the recent Foothills Veterans Winter Stand Down. Read on... -
Job openings with the City of Lenoir
The City of Lenoir has several job openings available for anyone looking for a new opportunity or a change in career. Read on... -
Notice of vacancy on the Lenoir City Council
Notice is hereby given that the Lenoir City Council is seeking interested individuals to fill a vacancy on the City Council created by the resignation of Councilman Ben Willis. Read on... -
City, contractors working to repair water line break
City staff and contractors are working today to repair a break on a 20-inch water main that has caused low pressure in certain parts of the city. Read on... -
Christmas closings, garbage collection, and Christmas tree pickup
City Hall and recreational facilities will be closed this Thursday, Friday, and Monday, Dec. 23, 24, and 27, in celebration of Christmas. Garbage collection will be affected. Read on... -
Renovations continue at the Lenoir High School Auditorium
City Council recently approved more renovations at the Lenoir High School Auditorium. The improvements will help the City rebrand the venue as The Campus at the Historic Lenoir High School and bring more events into Downtown Lenoir. Read on... -
State and local burn bans lifted
The N.C. Forest Service lifted the burn ban affecting Caldwell County and the region effective at noon Monday, Dec. 13. The City of Lenoir also lifted the local burn ban at the same time. Read on... -
Council approves bid to replace sewer line
The City of Lenoir City Council approved a bid to replace more than 3,800 feet of sewer line that runs from Mayflower Seafood Restaurant to the Lenoir Golf Club parking lot. Read on... -
Council members swear oaths of office, Thomas reelected as Mayor Pro Tem
Councilmembers David Stevens, Crissy Thomas, Ike Perkins, and Jonathan Beal swore their oaths of office Tuesday night, Dec. 7, 2021, during the regular City Council meeting. Councilmember Thomas was reelected to serve another term as Mayor Pro Tempore. Read on... -
Walking Park closed today, tomorrow, and Monday
The T.H. Broyhill Walking Park will be closed today, Wednesday, Dec. 8, tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 9, and Monday, Dec. 13, 2021. Read on... -
Luminary display postponed to Dec. 17
Due to the current dry conditions and the state and local burn bans, the Luminary Display at Blue Ridge Memorial Park will be postponed to Friday, Dec. 17. Read on... -
Howard promoted to Police lieutenant
John Howard has been promoted to the rank of lieutenant in the Lenoir Police Department Patrol Division. Read on... -
Foothills Performing Arts giving free Christmas shows in Downtown Lenoir
The City of Lenoir is hosting a Foothills Performing Arts (FPA) production of two Christmas shows next week at The Campus at the Historic Lenoir High School in Downtown Lenoir. And, as an early Christmas present, the shows are FREE! Read on... -
City of Lenoir issues burn ban
The City of Lenoir has issued a burn ban prohibiting all outdoor open burning, including within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. Read on... -
Mayor Gibbons elected as WPCOG Board Vice-Chair
The Western Piedmont Council of Governments (WPCOG) elected Jill Patton, Hickory City Councilmember, as the new WPCOG Board Chair, and Joseph L. Gibbons, Mayor of Lenoir, as vice-chair at the November meeting of the WPCOG Policy Board. Read on... -
City honoring frontline and healthcare workers in Christmas parade
A dozen frontline and healthcare workers will serve as the Grand Marshals during the City of Lenoir Starry Night Christmas Parade tomorrow night. Read on... -
Blue Ridge Memorial Park luminary display set for Dec. 10
The City of Lenoir Luminary Display at Blue Ridge Memorial Park will be Friday, Dec. 10, 2021. Read on... -
Hotel Street project underway
Contractors started clearing the Hotel Street connection yesterday. The new section will improve accessibility to several properties in the area. Read on... -
City facilities closed for Thanksgiving
City of Lenoir City Hall and recreation facilities will be closed this Thursday and Friday, Nov. 25 and 26, 2021, in celebration of Thanksgiving. Garbage collection WILL be affected. Read on... -
Mayor proclaims Small Business Saturday
Mayor Joe Gibbons proclaimed next Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, as Small Business Saturday in Lenoir and encourages all residents to support local businesses this holiday season. Read on... -
Contractors paving streets this week
Contractors started work this week to resurface several City streets. Read on... -
Fire department rolling out quick response vehicles
The City of Lenoir Fire Department is rolling out three new quick response vehicles (QRVs) next week. Firefighters will drive the QRVs to medical calls, which should reduce response times to health emergencies. Read on... -
Veterans Day ceremony in Downtown Lenoir
American Legion Post 29 will host a Veterans Day Ceremony Thursday, Nov. 11, in Downtown Lenoir. The ceremony starts at 11:00 am. Read on... -
Police statements on Willow Street shooting
The Lenoir Police Department released the third statement about the shooting yesterday on Willow Street NW. The infant involved is currently in stable condition and is recovering. Read on... -
Christmas parade set for Dec. 3
The City of Lenoir is accepting applications to participate in the Starry Night Christmas Parade scheduled for Friday, Dec. 3, 2021. The application deadline is Nov. 29. Read on... -
City Council extends condolences to family of Allene Broyhill Stevens
The City of Lenoir City Council extends condolences to the family of Allene Broyhill Stevens, who passed away Friday, October 22, 2021, at 99 years old. Read on... -
Youth basketball registration open
The City of Lenoir Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for youth basketball, ages 4 to 15 years old. Read on... -
Leaf collection starts in November
The City of Lenoir Public Works Department will start leaf collection in November. Residents will get three pickups between November and January. Read on... -
Registration open for Halloween heist game
The City of Lenoir Main Street Department is organizing a Haunted Halloween Mystery Heist in Downtown Lenoir, and the top prize is $1,000! Read on... -
Boil Water Advisory Lifted
The boil water advisory has been lifted for City of Lenoir, Baton Water Corporation, Caldwell County, Joyceton Waterworks, and the Town of Sawmills water customers. Read on... -
Boil Water Advisory!
Due to low pressure and higher than normal turbidities in the City of Lenoir water system, customers in Lenoir and Caldwell County are advised to boil water for human consumption for at least one minute until further notice. Read on... -
City Council extends condolences to family of Paul H. Broyhill
The City of Lenoir City Council extends condolences to the family of Paul H. Broyhill, who passed away Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, at the age of 97 years old. Read on... -
Lots of kids come out for free ball clinics
The free baseball and softball clinics held at Mulberry Recreation Center this week were a success. Read on... -
Section of greenway closed Tuesday morning
Public Works staff plan to close a section of the Lenoir Greenway tomorrow morning to make improvements. Read on... -
Council congratulates Fairfield Chair Co. on 100 year anniversary
The City of Lenoir City Council recognized and congratulated Fairfield Chair Company on its 100 Year Anniversary Tuesday night. Read on... -
Free baseball and softball clinics next week
The City of Lenoir Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a free boys baseball clinic and free girls softball clinic next week in Lenoir. Appalachian State University and Caldwell Community College coaches and players are instructing. Read on... -
Mayor & Council proclaim Sept 11 Remembrance and Constitution Week
Mayor Joe Gibbons and City Council proclaimed this Saturday as “National Day of Service and Remembrance” in honor of September 11, 2001, and the following Friday as the start of Constitution Week in the City of Lenoir. Read on... -
Sculpture Celebration this weekend
The Caldwell Arts Council's 35th Annual Sculpture Celebration will be held this weekend at the T.H. Broyhill Walking Park. Read on... -
City facilities closed for Labor Day, Aquatic Center moving to fall hours
City of Lenoir facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, in observance of Labor Day. Also, Lenoir Aquatic and Fitness Center staff are moving to fall hours this month. Read on... -
UPDATED: SBI investigating officer-involved shooting
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) is conducting a Lenoir Police Department officer-involved shooting investigation that occurred in the 2100 block of Morganton Boulevard. Read on... -
Council members tour water and wastewater plants
Several City Council members took a tour of the City's water treatment and wastewater treatment plants earlier this week to see upgrades made at the facilities. Read on... -
North Carolina honors City of Lenoir Water Treatment Plant
The N.C. Division of Water Resources honored the City of Lenoir Water Treatment Plant and 63 other plants for surpassing federal and state drinking water standards in 2020. Read on... -
Post 29 recognizes Firefighter and Police Officer of the Year
American Legion Post 29 recognized Jonathan Wright and Jesse Massey as the Firefighter and Police Officer of the Year, respectively, Tuesday night during the City of Lenoir City Council meeting. Read on... -
F1 Wagyu beef shop coming to Downtown Lenoir
The 4440 Ranch & Cattle Company is opening a new store in Downtown Lenoir that will sell F1 Wagyu beef raised in Caldwell County. The shop should be open later this year. Read on... -
City cuts ribbon on T.H. Broyhill Walking Park
The City of Lenoir cut a ribbon and rededicated the T.H. Broyhill Walking Park yesterday with some new improvements. Read on... -
Lenoir police car getting new look
Residents might do a double take during the next couple of weeks when a Lenoir Police Department patrol car rolls by. The department is switching to a new color and striping scheme. Read on... -
Lenoir Crossing getting renovation and new tenant
The Lenoir Crossing shopping center at Smith Crossroads is undergoing renovations and will have a new tenant in the future - Jersey Mike's Subs. Read on... -
Lenoir Local Episode 4: Policing with Chief Brent Phelps
In the latest episode of Lenoir Local, Joshua Harris talks with Police Chief Brent Phelps about why he got into law enforcement, the Explorers program for teenagers, and what to do when stopped by the police. Read on... -
Lenoir Connect, August 2021
Events continue in August in the City of Lenoir, NC, with concerts, cruise-ins, and races. Come do more in the Lenoir! Read more -
New tractor makes quick work of greenway debris
The City's new Ventrac tractor made quick work of sand and mud on the greenway yesterday during the first test of the broom attachment. Read on... -
Police Dept accepting applications for K9 Academy
The City of Lenoir Police Department is accepting applications for the next Citizen's Canine Academy. The academy starts in September and participation is limited. Read on... -
Section of North Main Street closed this evening
City staff will close a section of North Main Street this evening to perform utility work. Read on... -
Lenoir Local Episode 3: Unity Park Community Gardens
In Episode 3 of Lenoir Local, Joshua Harris talks with David Horn and Ellen Roberts about the Unity Park Community Gardens. Read on... -
Free jazz concert at the MLK Jr. Center
Head to the Martin Luther King Jr. Center tomorrow, Saturday, July 24, and enjoy the free Bring Back the Music Jazz concert. Read on... -
It mows, it sweeps, it trims!
The City of Lenoir Parks & Recreation Department purchased a new, 8-wheeled tractor that will help keep grass mowed and the greenway cleared around town. Read on... -
Police statement on shooting in front of county courthouse
The City of Lenoir Police Department released the following statement earlier today about the shooting incident in front of the Caldwell County Courthouse. Read on... -
Lenoir Local: Meet Mayor Gibbons
Communication & Public Information Director Joshua Harris talks with City of Lenoir Mayor Joe Gibbons about growing up in Lenoir and why he decided to get involved in local government. Read on... -
Police release fact statement on Laurel Place incident
The City of Lenoir Police Department released the following fact statement on the incident that occurred today at 1226 Laurel Pl NW. Read on... -
City of Lenoir starts new podcast
The City of Lenoir has started a new podcast to inform residents about news, events, and services. The first episode is available today. Read on... -
Mayor Joe Gibbons selected as Vice Chair of NC Mayors Association
Mayor Joe Gibbons has been selected as vice chair of the N.C. Mayors Association Board of Directors and will serve a one-year term helping to lead the organization and its 11-member board. Read on... -
City adds Main Street Attendant to focus on Downtown Lenoir
There's a new City employee walking around Main Street and West Avenue, and his job is to keep Downtown Lenoir clean and tidy and help out visitors as needed. Read on... -
City cleans up two properties
City staff recently completed cleanup projects on two properties in town. Read on... -
Council approves 2021-2022 budget
The City of Lenoir City Council approved the FY 2021-2022 Budget Tuesday night, June 1, 2021. Read on... -
Council welcomes new K9 Team
City Council welcomed Police Department K9 Handler Jo Lo and his partner Atos during the City Council meeting Tuesday, June 1, 2021. Read on... -
Finance receives Certificate of Achievement
The City of Lenoir Finance Department has for the 30th time received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). Read on... -
Girl Scouts donate birdhouses to Community Gardens
Girl Scout Troop 2374 donated 10, handmade and painted birdhouses to the Unity Park Community Gardens Monday, May 24, 2021. Read on... -
City reconfigures downtown parking lot
City workers restriped and reconfigured the City parking lot located on the 100 Block of Mulberry Street NW between Mulberry Street and Main Street in Downtown Lenoir. Read on... -
Bloom Blast in Downtown Lenoir
Public Works staff spruced up Downtown Lenoir this past Friday with hundreds of fresh, colorful plants and flowers. Read on... -
City Council honors Sgt. Greg Snider
The City of Lenoir City Council honored retiring Police Sergeant Greg Snider Tuesday night, May 18, 2021, during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
COVID impact aid still available
Money is still available to help qualifying City of Lenoir residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on... -
Recommended budget addresses Council priorities
City Manager Scott Hildebran presented his FY 2021-2022 Recommended Budget to City Council Tuesday, May 18, 2021. Read on... -
Education Foundation donates Chromebooks to MLK Center
The Education Foundation, Inc. of Caldwell County recently donated 10, brand new Chromebooks to the Martin Luther King Jr. Center. Read on... -
High-tech sludge dryer up and running
The City's high-tech poop dryer is up and running at the Lower Creek wastewater treatment plant. Read on... -
City launches WaterSmart portal for customers
The City of Lenoir's WaterSmart customer portal is live. Read on... -
City Council recognizes Hibriten Men's Soccer Team
The City of Lenoir City Council honored the Hibriten High School Men's Soccer Team last week during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
Summer ball returning to Walker Stadium
The Old North State League (ONSL) is bringing summer baseball back to Walker Stadium in Downtown Lenoir. Read on... -
City paving more greenway, increasing access for residents
City staff paved 1.5 miles of greenway during the past couple of weeks bringing Lenoir's total paved greenway to nearly 9 miles. The City's goal is to connect residents to recreation centers via greenway and sidewalks. Read on... -
City to start reopening facilities Monday
City of Lenoir facilities will reopen Monday with limited access and some restrictions. Read on... -
Paving is in the air
The City of Lenoir recently repaved several streets around town and contractors have more to do. The Public Works Department also plans to pave more greenway soon. Read on... -
City and County helping clean up litter
The City of Lenoir City Council approved a resolution Tuesday night supporting litter cleanup in Lenoir and supporting Caldwell County's first annual "Clean Caldwell Day." Read on... -
City staff participating in NC Litter Sweep next month
No one likes a litter bug, and no one likes trash in their community. City staff plans to get out and help clean up Lenoir during the North Carolina Litter Sweep next month. Read on... -
Jesse Plaster named Main Street Champion
Local preservation architect Jesse Plaster was named the City of Lenoir Main Street Champion during the recent North Carolina Main Street Conference. Read on... -
Downtown Lenoir wins award for building rescue project
The City of Lenoir Main Street Department, architect David Maurer, and his wife Allison Gray recently received a North Carolina Main Street Award for saving the old Stine’s Ice Cream Parlor building in Downtown Lenoir. Read on... -
Single-family homes going up in Lenoir
Contractors are building several new single-family homes in subdivisions across the City of Lenoir, and one local company is building new spec homes for the first time in more than a decade. Read on... -
Downtown Lenoir creates digital scavenger hunt with big prizes
Downtown Lenoir's digital scavenger hunt starts next week, and the prizes are no small potatoes. Read on... -
HPC members tour historic renovation project
Developer Yorke Lawson recently gave a tour of the Blue Bell apartment project to a few members of the City's Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). Read on... -
Council sets priorities for 2021
The City of Lenoir City Council set a vision for Lenoir in 2021 during a two-part, virtual retreat last week. Council's top priorities focused on employees, housing, infrastructure, and cleaning up the city. Read on... -
City receives $250K Recreational Trails Program grant
The City of Lenoir recently received a $250,000 Recreational Trails Program grant to design and build three street crossings along the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail (OVNHT) that runs through downtown. Read on... -
City Council honors Todd Laws and Scott Kanupp
The City of Lenoir City Council honored retiring employees Todd Laws and Scott Kanupp during the Feb. 16, 2021, City Council meeting. Read on... -
City Council honors the life of Gary Everhardt
The City of Lenoir City Council recognized the life and accomplishments Gary E. Everhardt Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
City Hall opening on delay
Due to possible inclement weather, City of Lenoir City Hall will operate on a delay tomorrow. City offices will open at 10:00 am Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 Read on... -
Be prepared for severe weather
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a winter storm warning for 7:00 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021, through 7:00 p.m. tomorrow night. Read on... -
Find your way in the City of Lenoir
City staff revealed a new wayfinding plan and city-wide brand to City Council earlier this week. The goal is to install signs around Lenoir that promote city amenities and call residents and new comers to "Create With Us." Read on... -
City starts cleanup of old industrial site
The City of Lenoir started cleaning up an old industrial site located at the corner of Virginia Street and College Avenue near downtown. The cleanup is the first step in putting the property back into productive use. Read on... -
Rohr reappointed to 2021 NLC FAIR Committee
City of Lenoir Attorney T.J. Rohr has been reappointed to serve on the National League of Cities (NLC) 2021 Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR) federal advocacy committee. Read on... -
City gem getting renovations thanks to generous donation
The City of Lenoir will be making some renovations to the T.H. Broyhill Walking Park this year thanks to a generous donation from the Broyhill Family Foundation. Read on... -
More multifamily housing on the horizon
Construction is underway on two multifamily housing projects that will add more than 100 new apartments to the City of Lenoir. Read on... -
Police K9 Axel passes
After providing six years of exemplary service to the City of Lenoir Police Department, and providing his handler and family six years of love and companionship, Police K9 Axel passed away yesterday, Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, due to cancer. Read on... -
Don't forget about curb-side Christmas tree pickup
The City of Lenoir offers lots of sanitation services for customers, including picking up Christmas trees. Residents can request many of those services on the City website. Read on... -
New year, new homes in Downtown Lenoir
The new year will bring new places to live in Downtown Lenoir as developers finish up work on two new housing projects in the heart of the city. Read on... -
Luminary display starts tonight
City of Lenoir employees set out roughly 8,000 luminaries Friday morning at Blue Ridge Memorial Park. Read on... -
Holiday safety tips from the City of Lenoir
Keep your Christmas merry and your New Year happy with a few holiday safety tips. Read on... -
City trims trees in downtown
A professional contractor recently finished trimming dozens of trees in Downtown Lenoir. Read on... -
New section of greenway completed at Wilson Park
Public Works finished paving a new section of greenway at Wilson Park, and Parks & Recreation recently sowed the shoulders. Read on... -
City Council honors Donald Hall
The City of Lenoir City Council honored retiring employee Donald Hall Tuesday night, Dec. 1, 2020, during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
Main Street America puts spotlight on City businesses
Last month, Main Street America interviewed three Downtown Lenoir business owners as part of the Business Spotlight: Women-Owned Businesses on Main Street series. Read on... -
City expanding greenway at Wilson Park
Public Works staff have prepped a new section of greenway at T.H. Wilson Park. Workers plan to pave the new section Monday, weather permitting. Read on... -
Warren Harper, City's first African American firefighter, passes
The City of Lenoir extends our condolences to the family of Mr. Warren Harper, who passed away Saturday Nov. 14, 2020. Mr. Harper served as the City of Lenoir's first African American firefighter. Read on... -
O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree
How lovely are your branches! Read on... -
Bright lights, big savings
City Building Maintenance staff have spent the last few months installing more than 900 new, LED lights in several City facilities. The LED lights are brighter, more energy efficient, and they are already returning savings. Read on... -
Turkey Tuesday canceled this year
Below is a joint statement from Mayor Pro Tem Crissy Thomas and Councilmember Ike Perkins regarding Turkey Tuesday. Read on... -
Have a Happy and Safe Halloween!
The CDC as well as NCDHHS suggest alternative Halloween activities instead of traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating. If residents do choose to trick-or-treat or hand out candy, they should follow the NCDHHS and CDC guidelines below. Read on... -
Leaf collection starts in November
The Public Works Department has started collecting leaves in hot spots across the City of Lenoir. All residents will get at least three leaf pickups between November and January. Read on... -
Paving on Mulberry Street starts Monday
Workers will start paving Mulberry Street Monday, Oct. 26, 2020, weather permitting. On-street parking will not be permitted on Mulberry Street during paving. Drivers should expect delays. Read on... -
City Council honors Jeff Hayes and Roger Barlow
The City of Lenoir City Council honored retired employees Jeff Hayes and Roger Barlow Tuesday night, Oct.20, 2020, during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
Paving project started this week
Workers started a paving project this week, and the first street to be resurfaced was Greenhaven Drive. Greenhaven Drive now offers a smooth ride from from Blowing Rock Boulevard to Arlington Circle. Read on... -
City moving forward with some events, canceling others
The City of Lenoir plans to hold some holiday events this year and cancel some others based on Centers for Disease Control and State guidelines. Read on... -
City Council honors Richard Hedrick
The City of Lenoir City Council honored long-time Planning Board member Richard Hedrick Tuesday night, Oct. 6, 2020, during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
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The City of Lenoir has several online services available through the City website. We also have plenty of ways to get in touch with City staff. Read on... -
City paving streets
A couple key thoroughfares in the City of Lenoir will get a fresh layer of asphalt during the next few weeks. Read on... -
Want backyard chickens? There are a few rules.
City of Lenoir residents can keep backyard chickens as long has they apply for and receive a permit, but backyard roosters aren't very welcome. Read on... -
City opening playgrounds and picnic shelters tomorrow
In response to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's Executive Order 163 (EO163), the City of Lenoir is opening City playgrounds and picnic shelters at 5:00 p.m. tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 4, 2020. Read on... -
City offering payment plans for some utility customers
The City of Lenoir recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic has created financial hardships for some of our residential utility customers. Read on... -
Utility bill help available for City residents
The City of Lenoir and Caldwell County Yokefellow, Inc., are partnering to provide utility bill assistance for City water, sewer, and solid waste fees. Read on... -
Post 29 recognizes Firefighter and Police Officer of the Year
American Legion Post 29 Commander Wayne Mihelich honored and recognized a City of Lenoir Firefighter and Police Officer Tuesday night Aug. 4, 2020, during the City Council meeting. Read on... -
Barlow retires, several firefighters being promoted this month
With the retirement of Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention Roger Barlow, several opportunities for promotion within the Fire Department opened up. Read on... -
High-tech sludge dryer coming to wastewater treatment plant
One of the foundations of modern civilization is indoor plumbing. Running water and flushing toilets make life better. In a city, everything flushed down a toilet doesn't magically disappear. It all gets treated at a sewer plant. Read on... -
City of Lenoir wins Excellence in Communications Awards
The City of Lenoir was among 21 North Carolina governments to earn recognition in the North Carolina City & County Communicators’ (NC3C) 2020 Excellence in Communications Awards. Read on... -
Controlled burn on Sunset Street
The City of Lenoir Fire Department will perform a controlled burn at 213 Sunset St. tomorrow, June 24, 2020. Residents will see smoke in the area. Read on... -
Statement from Mayor Joe Gibbons Regarding the Death of George Floyd
As the Mayor of the City of Lenoir, I wish to express my thoughts regarding the tragic and unnecessary death of Mr. George Floyd that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Read on... -
Section of greenway near Days Inn closed
A small section of the City of Lenoir greenway near Days Inn on US 321 has been closed due to a sink hole. Read on... -
WPCC student donates plants to Community Garden
A Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) horticulture student delivered nearly 1,000 plants to the Community Garden Friday, May 29, 2020. Community garden volunteers will tend the plants this summer and donate the harvest to local ministries. Read on... -
City facilities remaining closed through Safer At Home Phase 2, July 4th Celebration canceled
City of Lenoir facilities, including the outdoor pool, will remain closed through Safer At Home Phase 2. Staff, with the approval of City Council, also canceled the July 4th celebration. Read on...
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