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.

A new vendor market featuring antiques, collectibles and vintage items is expected to open this summer on North Heritage Street.

"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.

Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards.  Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.  On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work.  Below are Snow Hill Primary's Terrific Kid Awards!

TRENTON — Jones County commissioners approved funding plans for senior services, selected an audit firm and entered into an agreement to keep a Cooperative Extension family and consumer sciences agent fully based in Jones County during their regular meeting Monday.

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.

"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.

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.

Ernestine Münzloher Sanford (Webb), age 88, passed away on April 30, 2026. A celebration of life will be held on May 9 at 1:00 pm at Ernestine’s home, followed by a short reception for family and friends. The family requests that you wear purple/lavender in memory of Ernestine.

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.

Lenoir County commissioners approved two actions Monday tied to a $403,000 repair project for the Hugo Tower, part of the county’s emergency communications system.