July: Looking back: Neuse News’ most-read stories of 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, Neuse News is looking back at the stories that mattered most to our readers throughout the year. From breaking news and public safety to education, local government, and community milestones, these were the five most-read articles each month. This retrospective highlights the moments that sparked conversation, raised questions, and shaped life across Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties in 2025
Jul 1 – 31, 2025
Kinston Parks and Rec Supervisor, local pastor charged with rape and kidnapping
A Kinston man who serves as both a city employee and local pastor is in jail without bond following his arrest on multiple felony charges, including rape, kidnapping, and assault with a firearm.
Berry Building Group, a Greenville-based contractor, has filed a lawsuit against Lenoir County and several county officials, claiming the county owes them more than $1.3 million following a fraudulent email scam that redirected payments. The lawsuit was filed on July 3, 2025, with the complaint document file-stamped July 17, 2025.
Kinston has earned its third All-America City Award, a national recognition reserved for communities that excel in civic engagement, cross-sector collaboration, and local problem-solving. It’s a proud moment. We deserve to celebrate. But as banners are raised and congratulations echo through City Hall, we need to ask a harder question:
Two Kinston-based healthcare companies and several individuals have been named in a sweeping federal crackdown on health care fraud, which U.S. officials say is the largest in Department of Justice history.
A decision by the Lenoir County SPCA Board of Directors to terminate its shelter director has sparked a wave of staff resignations, public backlash, and an online petition calling for her reinstatement.
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