Perry Tyndall has a habit of deflecting praise. Winning another state basketball championship last month – Kinston High School’s seventh since 2008 – has made more demands on the coach’s natural modestly.
Lenoir County Early College High School celebrated a historic Class of 2026 during Wednesday evening’s graduation ceremony, honoring students whose accomplishments set new records for the school in academic achievement, college degrees earned and scholarship offers.
The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded the Lenoir Community College Foundation a $25,000 grant to support the launch of an accredited electrician training program at the new Maysville Workforce Development Center.
A partnership between UNC Health Lenoir Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapy and the Greater Fayetteville Chapter of National AMBUCS is helping bring adaptive tricycles to people with disabilities in the community.
The Lenoir County Board of Education met for its regularly scheduled meeting on May 4, 2026, recognizing outstanding student and staff achievements while taking action on several items in preparation for the 2026–2027 school year.
UNC Health Lenoir has once again received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This national honor highlights an ongoing dedication to providing exceptional, safe patient care for the communities the hospital serves.
Lenoir Community College’s Health Sciences Department recently celebrated the Class of 2026 during its Pinning Ceremony for Polysomnography, Radiography, Surgical Technology, and Associate Degree Nursing graduates.
For more than two decades, Dana Williams King helped guide elections in Lenoir County from behind the scenes, leading the county Board of Elections office through the detailed, often demanding work of voter registration, election preparation and public service.
Lovick’s Cafe is marking 85 years in downtown Kinston, celebrating a family business that began with a $180 loan and has grown into a five-generation local tradition.
Returning to school can feel overwhelming, especially when life is already full of responsibilities. Upcoming LCC graduate Lisa Ball’s story is an inspiring reminder that it is never too late to invest in yourself and pursue your goals. For anyone who wonders whether they can balance family, work, and college, Lisa shows that with determination and support, it is possible to keep moving forward and create new opportunities.
Donald Drew Humphrey, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at the family home. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Rouse Funeral Home with Pastor Ray Brown officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
On May 11, 2026, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit arrested Antonio Strong, 56, of Kinston on outstanding warrants stemming from an investigation into the distribution of illegal controlled substances in Lenoir County.
Lenoir County Public Schools is inviting students to take part in its 2025-2026 summer programs, offering a wide range of academic and enrichment opportunities for rising sixth through 12th grade students.
On May 12, 2026, at approximately 7:59 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department's D-Squad were patrolling the area of Adkin Street and Tower Hill Road when they observed a vehicle run a stop sign at the intersection.
"In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Department’s current refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair contract will expire June 30, 2026. This request for quote is being released to allow eligible vendors an opportunity to submit a quote for refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair needs.
Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting quotations from qualified HVAC contractors for the replacement of the existing HVAC system serving Northwest Elementary School Auditorium.
Perry Tyndall has a habit of deflecting praise. Winning another state basketball championship last month – Kinston High School’s seventh since 2008 – has made more demands on the coach’s natural modestly.
Carolyn Cole Dunn, 85, passed away on May 11, 2026, in Goldsboro, NC. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 6-7 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Kinston, NC, with the service to follow immediately after.
After four years without local DMV services, Greene County residents can once again handle vehicle registrations, tag renewals, and title work close to home. Local officials and community members gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the county’s new license plate agency, located at 415 U.S. Highway 13 South, Suite C, at Laney Wood Place in Snow Hill.
The Public is hereby advised that the Executive Director will be submitting the Proposed Budget for the Neuse Regional Water and Sewer Authority (NRWASA) for FY2026/2027 to the Directors of the Authority. Copies of the Proposed Budget are on file at the office of the NRWASA. The Budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours until the Budget Ordinance is adopted. The office of the NRWASA is located at 2811 Barrus Rd, La Grange, North Carolina 28551.
On May 1, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office arrested Randall Lee Sheppard, 30, of Kinston, for violating North Carolina sex offender registration laws.
Lenoir County Early College High School celebrated a historic Class of 2026 during Wednesday evening’s graduation ceremony, honoring students whose accomplishments set new records for the school in academic achievement, college degrees earned and scholarship offers.
On May 11, 2026, at approximately 1:32 a.m., deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to an alarm activation at the State Employees’ Credit Union CashPoints ATM located at the Midway Mart, 8174 Highway 258 South in Pink Hill.
Deborah Ervin Carroll, of Kinston, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on May 10, 2026. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Edwards Funeral Home from 5-7 PM. A Mass of Celebration will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, 11:00 AM, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Kinston, NC. Burial will immediately follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
UNC Lenoir Health Care is seeking a full-time nurse director for its Progressive Care Unit and Medical/Surgical Unit in Kinston.
UNC Health Lenoir is seeking a full-time Stroke Program/Get With The Guidelines Coordinator in Kinston.
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The Foundation Board is seeking an energetic experienced executive to lead the newly created Foundation. This 20-hour per week position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Donald Drew Humphrey, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at the family home. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Rouse Funeral Home with Pastor Ray Brown officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Department’s current refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair contract will expire June 30, 2026. This request for quote is being released to allow eligible vendors an opportunity to submit a quote for refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair needs.
Carolyn Cole Dunn, 85, passed away on May 11, 2026, in Goldsboro, NC. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 6-7 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Kinston, NC, with the service to follow immediately after.
Deborah Ervin Carroll, of Kinston, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on May 10, 2026. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Edwards Funeral Home from 5-7 PM. A Mass of Celebration will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, 11:00 AM, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Kinston, NC. Burial will immediately follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Kevin Paul Foss, 25, was taken from this world far too soon, leaving behind a profound emptiness in the lives of all who knew and loved him. A service to celebrate Kevin’s life will be held at Rouse Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 with Pastor Gerald Fowler. Committal will follow the service at Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home.
Born on January 24, 1956, "Reed" was the son of the late Milton "Mac" and Marjorie Conway Lovick. A man of many talents, he spent his life building and creating. In the 1980s, he proudly carried on the family legacy by working at Lovick’s Café. He later served as a local handyman before concluding his career as the Director of Facilities at Lenoir Community College.
William Perry “Billy” Harrell, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at the age of 80. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday on April 28 and thoroughly enjoyed his party on May 2 surrounded by family and friends.
On May 6, 2026, Thomas Harold Hardison of Goldsboro passed peacefully at Brookdale Senior Living, fulfilling his greatest earthly desire to reunite with his beloved wife of 58 years, Carolyn. The family will receive friends on Monday, May 11, 2026 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home. A graveside service to celebrate Tom’s life will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Wayne Memorial Park with Masonic Rites.
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