The annual Strides walk continues to bring community support to diabetes awareness efforts in Kinston, with this year’s event raising more than $12,000 so far and still accepting donations, according to Strides Chair Sharon Axelberg.
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Southern Roots RV Park and Campground coming to La Grange
A new family-owned RV park and campground is in development at 3291 Kennedy Home Road in La Grange, according to a post on the Southern Roots RV Park and Campground Facebook page.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
KPD Identifies Suspect in Carver Courts Shooting
On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to the Carver Courts area in reference to a report of shots fired.
Matt Lococo: Why Leandro matters to everyone…
This past week the North Carolina Supreme Court rulled that the Leandro Case was unconstitutional in forcing the General Assembly to fully fund education equally in the state of North Carolina. As an educator and as a republican I have been living in a sense of division for several years. This action by the conservative majority has single handley dealt the largest blow to education in our great state in decades.
Hookerton Approves Reserve Funds to Help Fire Department Purchase Upgraded Truck
The Town of Hookerton held its regular board meeting on Tuesday, April 7, at the town hall.
Walstonburg Commissioners Hear Audit Report, Discuss Tree Removal and Zoning Violations
The Walstonburg Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday, April 7th, at Town Hall.
Snow Hill Commissioners Approve Funding to Complete Park Pickleball Courts Amid Cost Updates
The Snow Hill Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, to review and address updated costs for the town’s Splash[ad project, focusing on the construction of pickleball courts and related expenses.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office conducts active shooter training for school resource officers during spring break
During spring break, School Resource Officers (SROs) with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office participated in specialized active shooter response training to enhance preparedness and ensure the continued safety of students and staff across Lenoir County Schools.
Lenoir County Farmers Market to open early for the season on April 11
Fresh strawberries, turnip greens, baked goods, local granola and handmade goods will all be part of the first market day of the season when the Lenoir County Farmers Market opens Friday, April 11, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 100 N. Heritage St. in Kinston.
Kinston receives update on downtown master plan as council fills board seats
The Kinston City Council on Tuesday approved an electric division tree trimming contract, authorized the next step toward purchasing a new fire engine, and approved a fireworks discharge permit for an April 25 event at Grainger Stadium.
GCMS Jr BETA Celebrates 40 years by helping 2 of their own
Snow Hill – On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, students and staff at Greene County Middle School celebrated their Jr. Beta Clubs' 40th Anniversary by serving two of their own. Recently 2 members of the GCMS family underwent Kidney Transplant Surgery, one gaining a second chance at life through a transplant and one giving the gift of life to someone.
Crystal Hayden says rural health care should not mean lower expectations
As she nears three years at the helm of UNC Health Lenoir, Dr. Crystal Hayden says her work is guided by a simple conviction: people in rural communities deserve the same standard of care patients expect anywhere else.
Lenoir County Master Gardeners expand annual plant sale to two days
The Lenoir County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers are expanding their annual plant sale this year with an added Friday evening sale ahead of the group’s traditional Saturday event.
ENC Renaissance Faire set for April 11-12 in Kinston
The ENC Renaissance Faire is scheduled for April 11 and 12 at the Lenoir County Fairgrounds, 401 Fairgrounds Road in Kinston. Organizers say the event will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day and will feature vendors, performers, food and attractions tied to a Renaissance festival theme. Ticket information and event details are being posted through the faire’s official website and social media pages.
2026 LCC Phi Theta Kappa Spring Induction
Lenoir Community College’s Omicron Rho Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa recently held its spring induction.
Jones commissioners to hear public health, social services and fire district items Tuesday
The Jones County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to meet Tuesday, April 7, with an agenda that includes updates on public health, social services, recreation planning, tax matters and a proposed fire protection service district.
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce: The Good Stuff - April
The Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce’s latest “The Good Stuff” newsletter features a packed lineup of spring events, including youth livestock competitions, community fundraisers, classes, festivals and business activities happening across Lenoir County in April and May.
Greene County commissioners to consider adopting updated transportation plan
Greene County commissioners are scheduled Monday to consider adopting an updated Comprehensive Transportation Plan that would guide transportation development in the county for the next 10 years.
Kinston council to consider contract for electric tree trimming and right-of-way work
Kinston City Council is expected to consider awarding the city’s electric division tree trimming and right-of-way maintenance contract to Xylem Tree Services.