01-04-2025
City of Kinston named finalist for 2025 All-America City Award
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — The City of Kinston has been named one of 20 finalist communities for the prestigious 2025 All-America City Award, a national honor recognizing civic innovation, collaborative leadership, and inclusive community engagement.
The award, presented by the National Civic League, celebrates communities that exemplify a shared vision for progress and demonstrate the power of civic capital in tackling pressing challenges. This year's theme, 'Strengthening Environmental Sustainability through Inclusive Community Engagement,' shines a spotlight on local efforts to advance climate resilience, protect natural resources, and empower residents in shaping sustainable futures.
The All-America City Award, established in 1949, is the nation's longest-running civic recognition program. Kinston previously received the honor in 1988 and 2009, and now has a chance to bring the title back home in 2025. The winners will be announced at the national event this June in Denver.
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