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Three UNC Health Lenoir teams and teammates have been recognized with UNC Health Impact Awards for making a positive difference in the care and support provided to patients.
Kinston High School graduate Terrance White has earned his first GMA Dove Award for his work as a producer on Red Worship’s “Live at Redemption Church,” bringing national recognition to a musical journey that began in Kinston.
Doriana Hill of Kinston, a student in Lenoir Community College’s Practical Nursing program, is this year’s recipient of the Gail B. Reynolds Scholarship. The scholarship was established by Robert Reynolds in loving memory of his late wife, Gail B. Reynolds, and supports students enrolled in LCC’s nursing programs, including the Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing pathways.
Every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Debra Y. Jones volunteers at the Kinston Community Arts Council, helping with the daily activities that keep the organization running. After approximately 10 years of service, she says the reason she continues to return is simple: the people.
For Caroline Perry, volunteering at the Kinston Community Arts Council began with a pottery class and grew into a passion that has lasted approximately 15 years. Today, she helps others discover the same excitement she experienced when she first sat down at a pottery wheel.
Wilbur King remembers peeling potatoes on Saturday mornings when he was 12 years old. Ken Meeks remembers visiting King’s Restaurant as a child and riding the pig inside when he was 11.
For U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy, continuing to see patients is part of how he approaches his work in Washington.
Harper Ham is asking the community to help bring comfort to children at Duke Children’s Hospital through her annual Harper’s Helpers donation drive.
Public school educators and librarians from three counties have banded together to create a new organization to promote literacy in the region and they are asking the community to join in the effort by attending organizational meetings next week.
UNC Health Lenoir, in partnership with the Community Council for the Arts, will host “The Art of Healing: Celebrating Women’s Health & Wellness” on Tuesday, October 20, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston.
On October 15, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office A-Shift responded to a disturbance at a residence in Lenoir County.
Parker was charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and is currently being held in the Lenoir County Jail without bond.
We are now confirming that the citizen who was shot is deceased. He has been taken to the NC Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for an autopsy.
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers impersonate sheriff’s office personnel and demand payment to avoid arrest.
During the stop, officers observed drug paraphernalia and conducted a search of the vehicle. The search resulted in the discovery of methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.
On 10/15/2026 around 11:20 am, Greene County Deputies responded to a two vehicle crash in the 1200 block of Moore Rouse Rd, near Maury Correctional.
On October 15, 2026, at approximately 10:44 PM, Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a residence in the 600 block of Lincoln Street following a report of a gunshot wound.
Stewart Perry, a gifted athlete, devoted coach, woman of deep faith, and beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, died on October 12, 2026 from complications with Parkinson’s Disease. She was 73.
Three UNC Health Lenoir teams and teammates have been recognized with UNC Health Impact Awards for making a positive difference in the care and support provided to patients.
Beginning Monday, October 12, 2026 applications can be picked up at the following KHA offices in Kinston, NC: 116 East Peyton Avenue, 608 North Queen Street, 901 East Bright Street, 800 East Washington Street, 301 East Bright Street, 311South Davis Street, 2114 Viking Drive, 511 North Queen Street, 214 West Washington Avenue, and 107 East Peyton Avenue.
Lenoir County Public Schools seeks to leverage E-Rate funding and seeks proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) services under E-Rate Application #270001670 to support district facilities beginning July 1, 2027.
Kinston High School graduate Terrance White has earned his first GMA Dove Award for his work as a producer on Red Worship’s “Live at Redemption Church,” bringing national recognition to a musical journey that began in Kinston.
Billy Malcolm Paderick, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, surrounded by the love of his family. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Kinston, with Rev. Chris Singleton officiating. The family will greet friends following the service at the cemetery.
As a member of the Lenoir County Government Health Department, you can make an impact! The Health Department is seeking candidates for a Public Health Nurse II-Post-Partum/Newborn Home Visiting Nurse. Candidates in this class will will ensure program guidelines are met and initiate changes and/or new programs in a timely manner.
The Director of Finance will be responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting, and reporting activities. The Director of Finance will lead all day-to-day finance operations and supervise a team of staff members including functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and purchasing.
The Technology Support Specialist provides technical support within an educational environment. This role includes the deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of desktop computers, laptops, audiovisual systems, and network equipment.
The Director of Finance will be responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting, and reporting activities. The Director of Finance will lead all day-to-day finance operations and supervise a team of staff members including functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and purchasing.
The Technology Support Specialist provides technical support within an educational environment. This role includes the deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of desktop computers, laptops, audiovisual systems, and network equipment.
Stewart Perry, a gifted athlete, devoted coach, woman of deep faith, and beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, died on October 12, 2026 from complications with Parkinson’s Disease. She was 73.
Billy Malcolm Paderick, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, surrounded by the love of his family. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Kinston, with Rev. Chris Singleton officiating. The family will greet friends following the service at the cemetery.
Eva Hewitt, 80, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11 AM, at Queen Street United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends following the service.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, October 18th, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Frank Rice and Pastor Josh Howell officiating. Interment will immediately follow at the Snow Hill Cemetery. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, October 18th, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Frank Rice and Pastor Josh Howell officiating. Interment will immediately follow at the Snow Hill Cemetery.
Stephen "Steve" Anthony Howard, 69, peacefully passed away on October 12, 2026. Born on January 30, 1957. Visitation will be held at Garner Funeral Home in Kinston on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The funeral service will take place on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Tanglewood Church at 11:00 AM.
Karen Sue Moye, 62, of Hugo, NC, passed away on October 8, 2026, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at The Farm at 4484, located at 4484 Norbert Hill Road, LaGrange, NC 28551.
Murphy Frank McGirt, Jr, 89, of Blairsville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on September 22, 2026.
On Thursday, October 1, 2026, Virginia Ann Brisco, loving wife, mother and grandmother, flew home to be with Jesus. She was preceded in death by her father Gene Henry Hutsler, parents Lois and Glen Kochenower, sister Carol Jo McGoffin, son Matthew James Brisco and husband John "Morris" Brisco.
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