We were supposed to be married on Friday the 13th on the rooftop of The O'Neil, but due to rain, we were married in front of an antique bank vault that fit our vibe just the same. Our first camping trip ended in a flash flood where we almost died. Our second cruise was rerouted due to civil unrest in Haiti. Our third cruise was held off port due to mutant fog, and then Tampa had a power outage at the port.
Kinston City Council is scheduled to consider adoption of the city’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget during its regular meeting Tuesday, June 16.
SNOW HILL — Greene County commissioners are scheduled to consider the county’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget ordinance during their Monday, June 15 meeting, along with several items tied to public health, county employee pay, youth sports facilities and local cultural recognition.
Jones County Manager Kyle A. Smith has presented a proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget that would keep the countywide property tax rate unchanged while adding a new dedicated fire protection tax.
Hurricane season officially begins June 1, and for eastern North Carolina, preparation is not just a coastal concern. Heavy rain, flooding, downed trees, power outages, tornadoes and washed-out roads can affect families well inland, even when a storm never makes a direct hit.
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office proudly celebrated the completion of D.A.R.E. graduations at seven elementary schools throughout Lenoir County, reaching approximately 400 students during the program.
JONES COUNTY — Jones County officials are trying to answer residents’ questions about a proposed fire protection service district that would add a separate fire-related tax to most property tax bills while creating a dedicated funding source for the county’s volunteer fire departments.
MAYSVILLE — The Town of Maysville’s plan for a new downtown social district is drawing both support and skepticism as the town looks to bring more activity to its downtown area.
Neuse News Sports is officially expanding its footprint across Eastern North Carolina with the launch of “The Trey Scott Sports Show,” a new weekly live sports talk show premiering Monday, May 25 at 7 p.m.
I am a content creator, a connector, a beauty enthusiast, and someone who genuinely believes that young people have something powerful and impactful to say.
Mr. Timothy Scott Hill, age 55, passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, June 15, 2026, at the ECU Hospice House in Greenville.
We were supposed to be married on Friday the 13th on the rooftop of The O'Neil, but due to rain, we were married in front of an antique bank vault that fit our vibe just the same. Our first camping trip ended in a flash flood where we almost died. Our second cruise was rerouted due to civil unrest in Haiti. Our third cruise was held off port due to mutant fog, and then Tampa had a power outage at the port.
Judith Conway Gordon, formerly of Kinston, passed away on June 14, 2026. A memorial service will be held at Shady Grove Church, 3805 Carpenter Pond Road, Durham, NC on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Entombment will be private in Kinston.
On June 13, 2026, at approximately 2:22 a.m., officers with KPD’s D-Squad responded to McDonald’s, located at 4194 W. Vernon Avenue, after receiving a report of a person asleep in the drive-thru.
Notice of Public Hearing Town of La Grange, North Carolina Manager's Recommended (Proposed) Budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027
Kinston City Council is scheduled to consider adoption of the city’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget during its regular meeting Tuesday, June 16.
LA GRANGE— On the heels of the 79th Annual Tony Awards, a musical with roots right here in Lenoir County is experiencing the success of a lifetime. Nygel D. Robinson of LaGrange, N.C. is a graduate of the North Lenoir High School Drama Department and went on to co-write, compose, and star in a two-man show called Mexodus that has spent the season beating out full-production Broadway spectacles to win 15 major theatre awards, including Best Musical honors from four of the country’s most respected awards programs.
While many of us have been focused on America’s 250th anniversary as we celebrate the Declaration of Independence and remember the war that followed, we would be remiss to forget that this year also marks the 251st anniversary of one of our most important institutions.
SNOW HILL — Greene County commissioners are scheduled to consider the county’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget ordinance during their Monday, June 15 meeting, along with several items tied to public health, county employee pay, youth sports facilities and local cultural recognition.
Flag Day is observed today, June 14, marking the anniversary of the adoption of the American flag by the Second Continental Congress in 1777.
I sat stunned after receiving a phone call letting me know that our cousin Jacques O'Keith Cobb had passed away the day before. I think I was in shock. Keith and I had just exchanged text messages about a week or so before. He had just read the Mother Jones Magazine article I was in on April 30th, and he said "Who is that pretty lady?" I texted back "You're so sweet." Had absolutely no clue of what was coming.
Employees of the Kinston branch of SECU recently presented a check for $18,000 to Lenoir Community College in support of the SECU Foundation Bridge to Career Scholarship Program for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Kathryn Renée Rouse, 73 of LaGrange, NC, peacefully passed away in the early morning of Friday June 12th with her loving husband by her side.
The Academic Records Specialist logs the receipt of all incoming external transcripts, evaluates transcripts for transfer credit, and maintains non-course credits associated with transfer credits.
The Academic Records Specialist logs the receipt of all incoming external transcripts, evaluates transcripts for transfer credit, and maintains non-course credits associated with transfer credits.
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct Psychology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and/or online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct Sociology Instructor (Online) is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct Psychology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and/or online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Mr. Timothy Scott Hill, age 55, passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, June 15, 2026, at the ECU Hospice House in Greenville.
Judith Conway Gordon, formerly of Kinston, passed away on June 14, 2026. A memorial service will be held at Shady Grove Church, 3805 Carpenter Pond Road, Durham, NC on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Entombment will be private in Kinston.
Kathryn Renée Rouse, 73 of LaGrange, NC, peacefully passed away in the early morning of Friday June 12th with her loving husband by her side.
Reb Lancaster peacefully passed away on June 10th, 2026 at his home in Angier, surrounded by loved ones, after a long, hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Luther Dennis Boykin, 77, passed away on June 7, 2026, at his home in Kinston, North Carolina.
Donna Kay Edmundson Howell, 69, was graciously received into the presence of her Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Having fought the good fight and kept the faith, Deborah Ann Killette Rouse, 73, finished the race and ran into the arms of her Savior on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Mrs. Susan Moore Blizzard, age 68, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by the family that she loved with all her heart and without condition. Funeral Services will be held graveside 2 PM Saturday, June 6th, at the Snow Hill Cemetery with her longtime friend and fellow EMT whom she ran many calls with, Larry Head officiating.
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