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La Grange, Kinston students announced for SNHU Spring 2026 Dean's List
It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2026 Dean's List. The spring terms run from January to May.
Hog house destroyed in Greene County fire
A hog house was destroyed in an early morning fire Thursday in Greene County.
NCEDA forum brings emerging economic development leaders to Kinston
Emerging economic development professionals from across North Carolina gathered in Kinston this week for the 2026 Emerging Executives Forum, a two-day event hosted by the North Carolina Economic Development Association and presented by ECS Southeast and the Lenoir County Development Alliance.
UNC Health Lenoir Earns 4-Star CMS Rating
UNC Health Lenoir has been awarded a 4-star rating by CMS, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. CMS is the federal agency that provides health coverage to more than 160 million people through Medicare, Medicaid, the Childrenโs Health Insurance Program, and the Health Insurance Marketplace. CMS works in partnership with the entire healthcare community to improve quality, equity, and outcomes across the healthcare system.
Narcotics Investigation Leads to Arrest of 56-Year-Old Kinston Man
On May 11, 2026, the Lenoir County Sheriffโs 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.
LCPS Announces 2025-2026 Summer Programs for Middle and High School Students
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.
Kinston police arrest Deep Run man following vehicle pursuit
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.
A player known for dishing out assists, Viking coach passing out praise after state-title win
Perry Tyndall has a habit of deflecting praise. Winning another state basketball championship last month โ Kinston High Schoolโs seventh since 2008 โ has made more demands on the coachโs natural modestly.
Greene County Celebrates Opening of New License Plate Agency in Snow Hill
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 countyโs new license plate agency, located at 415 U.S. Highway 13 South, Suite C, at Laney Wood Place in Snow Hill.
Class of 2026 Honors Growth, Leadership and Achievement at Early College Graduation
Lenoir County Early College High School celebrated a historic Class of 2026 during Wednesday eveningโs graduation ceremony, honoring students whose accomplishments set new records for the school in academic achievement, college degrees earned and scholarship offers.
Richlands Man Arrested Following Attempted ATM Break-In in Pink Hill
On May 11, 2026, at approximately 1:32 a.m., deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriffโs Office responded to an alarm activation at the State Employeesโ Credit Union CashPoints ATM located at the Midway Mart, 8174 Highway 258 South in Pink Hill.
Lenoir Community College Receives $25,000 Duke Energy Grant to Launch Electrical Training in Maysville
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.
Juvenile Charged Following Shooting on Williams Loop Road
A juvenile has been taken into custody following a shooting that left a 19-year-old man seriously injured.
Inmate Charged After Assault on Detention Officer
On May 11, 2026, at approximately 3:36 a.m., deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriffโs Office D Shift responded to an assault at the W.E. โBillyโ Smith Detention Center after a detention officer was assaulted by an inmate.
๐๐ถ๐ป๐๐๐ผ๐ป ๐ฃ๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ด๐ฒ ๐๐๐ป๐ป ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป ๐๐ถ๐๐ต ๐๐ช๐ ๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ง๐ต๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ-๐ฉ๐ฒ๐ต๐ถ๐ฐ๐น๐ฒ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ต
On May 9, 2026, at approximately 6:06 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Departmentโs C-Squad responded to a three-vehicle motor vehicle crash in the 100 block of [Road Name].
๐๐ถ๐ป๐๐๐ผ๐ป ๐ฃ๐ผ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ด๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฒ ๐ฅ๐ผ๐ฎ๐ฑ
On May 9, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Departmentโs A-Squad responded to a report of four suspects breaking into a building located at 834 Hardee Road. The caller advised that the suspects were actively defacing the building with paint.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspetions were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Jones County Health Department to host Cradle to Community Care Day
Jones County Health Department will host Cradle to Community Care Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Jones County Civic Center, 832 N.C. 58 South in Trenton.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson, May 2026
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