Downtown Kinston Revitalization will host a Pearson Park Crosswalk Celebration at 4 p.m. May 28 to mark the official opening of a new public art crosswalk near Loch Neuse Dragon Park.
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Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid awards
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!
Jones County officials explain proposed fire protection service district
JONES COUNTY — Jones County officials are trying to answer residents’ questions about a proposed fire protection service district that would add a separate fire-related tax to most property tax bills while creating a dedicated funding source for the county’s volunteer fire departments.
Kinston Police Department: Weekend recap
Kinston police reported four weekend arrests following traffic stops that led to drug, firearm and impaired driving charges.
Veteran Column: Veterans Honoring Veterans with Honor Flags
The VFW post 2771and other volunteers help place American Flags upon our veterans’ graves. We place them on three graveyards in Kinston. We place about 2500 flags each year. We go on about a week before Memorial Day and pick them back up the weekend after Memorial Day.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
American Red Cross to host Kinston open house May 30
The American Red Cross North Carolina Region will host a Kinston open house from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at 504 N. Herritage St. in Kinston. The family-friendly event will include a free lunch and an opportunity to meet Cape Fear Chapter staff and volunteers, learn about Red Cross services and resources, get information about volunteering and connect with others involved in the organization’s mission.
Murphy Legislation to Improve Medicare Reimbursement Stability Passes Ways and Means Committee
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., celebrates the passage of his bill, H.R. 8163, the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act, in the House Ways and Means Committee. This legislation modernizes and updates the underlying mechanics of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) to improve stability for physicians and their patients.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Kinston and La Grange students named to Western Carolina University Spring 2026 Dean's List
Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,700 students named to the Spring 2026 Dean's List. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Desk of Senator Brent Jackson: May 2026
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
Three Kinston students named to Western Carolina University Spring 2026 Chancellor's List
Western Carolina University congratulates the 3,170 students named to the Chancellor's List for Spring 2026. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher. Students named to the Chancellor's list are also named to the Dean's List.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Greene Early College celebrates Class of 2026 achievements
Another academic year has come and gone, and Greene Early College High School has had so much to celebrate. On May 7, 2026, the Class of 2026 distinguished itself academically, with graduates earning 16 Associate in Arts, 9 Associate in Science degrees, and 20 Certificates from Lenoir Community College, reflecting Greene Early College’s continued emphasis on college and career readiness.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for May 23, 2026
Vendors are bringing fresh greens, cabbage collards, squash, zucchini, onions, potatoes, strawberries, peaches, local eggs, baked goods, preservative-free granola, fresh spring honey, native plants, crafts, and more.
North Carolina's April Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted April 2026 unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, remaining unchanged from March’s revised rate. The national rate was unchanged at 4.3 percent.
KPD arrests man found hiding in Dollar Tree stockroom after breaking and entering report
On May 22, 2026, KPD’s D-Squad responded to a report of a Breaking & Entering at the Dollar Tree located at 201 W. Vernon Avenue. Through remote access to the security camera system, the caller was able to provide officers with real-time updates while officers responded to the scene.
Maysville social district plan sparks debate over downtown growth
MAYSVILLE — The Town of Maysville’s plan for a new downtown social district is drawing both support and skepticism as the town looks to bring more activity to its downtown area.
Neuse News Sports Launches “The Trey Scott Sports Show” Beginning May 25
Neuse News Sports is officially expanding its footprint across Eastern North Carolina with the launch of “The Trey Scott Sports Show,” a new weekly live sports talk show premiering Monday, May 25 at 7 p.m.
Kinston-area residents report delays, missing mail
Some Kinston-area residents and business customers say they are dealing with delayed, missing or misdelivered mail, including expected items that appeared in USPS Informed Delivery but did not arrive in their mailboxes.