Mayor Moore issues modified State of Emergency

Mayor Kareem Moore has issued a modified Declaration of a State of Emergency for the City of Kinston that includes limited restrictions and prohibitions, including an overnight curfew.

The curfew will be in effect from 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, through noon Sunday, Feb. 1. The curfew does not apply to individuals traveling to and from their place of employment.

Under the declaration, individuals under the age of 18 should be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian during curfew hours.