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I feel compelled to address recent statements made by Lenoir County Commissioner Keith King and North Carolina House Representative Chris Humphrey regarding the City of Kinston’s proposed FY26 Budget and property tax rate. As the Mayor of Kinston, I believe the public deserves a clearer and more complete understanding of the facts, particularly those that were not fully explained or were presented without proper context.
I would like to personally thank Mr. Keith King, Mr. Lew Blevins, Mrs. Carol Blevins, Mr. Glen Olds and Ms. Glenda Thomas for taking the time to speak out at the recent Kinston City Council public hearing regarding the proposed property tax increase. As your representative in the North Carolina House, I want you to know that I stand with you in your concerns. I have shared my concerns with both Mayor Don Hardy and Mayor Pro Tem "Pearl" Hardy.
Eastern North Carolina continues to move forward — and I’m proud to be working every day to make sure that progress reaches every family, student, and small business in our region.
On Wednesday, House Speaker Destin Hall appointed Representative Chris Humphrey (R – Lenoir, Greene, Jones) to several key committees for the 2025-2026 legislative session in the North Carolina House of Representatives.
RALEIGH, N.C. — State Representative Chris Humphrey (R – Lenoir, Greene, Jones) was officially sworn in for his fourth term in the North Carolina House of Representatives on Wednesday, reaffirming his commitment to serving the citizens of District 12 with integrity, dedication, and a focus on common-sense solutions.
In this insightful interview, Neuse News Publisher BJ Murphy sits down with incumbent NC House Representative Chris Humphrey to discuss his vision for the upcoming 2024 election. Representative Humphrey shares his key accomplishments, challenges faced during his term, and what he hopes to achieve for the people of North Carolina moving forward
Lillie Williams, a candidate for North Carolina House of Representatives in District 12, is focusing her campaign on addressing poverty and improving the quality of life for residents of Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties. Williams, who is running against the incumbent, is a Kinston native with over 30 years of experience in education, leadership, and community service.
North Carolina State Representative Chris Humphrey is seeking re-election in 2024, running as an incumbent to retain his seat in the House. A lifelong Lenoir County resident, Humphrey has spent decades in public service and business, first as a town council member in La Grange, and later as a Lenoir County commissioner. Humphrey is now aiming to continue his tenure in the General Assembly.
PINK HILL - A recent legislative change has validated the mixed beverage referendum held in Pink Hill during the November 2022 election. Initially declared invalid due to the town not meeting the required 300 registered voters, the town had only 281, the will of the people is now upheld. Senate Bill 527, signed by Governor Roy Cooper on Monday, lowers the requirement to 200 registered voters and retroactively took effect on November 1, 2022.
The Greene Central Rams are on top of the baseball world again. With an 8-5 win over Burns High School in game two of the NCHSAA 2A State Championship series, the Rams clinched their sixth state title, supported by both their seniors and underclassmen.
Almost two years after the closure of the License Plate Agency (LPA) in Hookerton, the community is still without a functioning office for essential services.
We've had quite a productive month as we've officially convened for short session: voting on legislation, working in committees, and engaging with constituents to help them navigate the complexities of state government.
I hope you and your family are doing well. We're back in Raleigh as the 2024 Legislative Short Session has officially convened this week. They call it "short" because it's only supposed to last a few months, as we're making tweaks to the State Budget and addressing emerging policy issues of a time-sensitive nature. Stay tuned for more updates on our social media pages in the coming months.
As we approach the Legislative Short Session of the North Carolina General Assembly, I find myself reflecting on the core values and priorities that guide my service to the people of Eastern North Carolina. Our district is a vibrant tapestry of hardworking families, strong communities, and steadfast determination to succeed in all things.
We've had a highly productive month preparing for the 2024 Legislative Short Session and actively serving our constituents in Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties. Please take a few minutes to read the latest edition of our newsletter for highlights on some of the things we've been doing to make our community the best place to live, work, and raise a family. Thank you for your continued prayers and support.
I hope you and your family are enjoying the new year. We are thankful for the people of Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties for their continued support, and we're appreciative of you taking the time to read our latest newsletter.
I am writing to you in my capacity as a state legislator in the North Carolina General Assembly and as the Chairman of the House Committee on Insurance. This letter serves to express my strong opposition to the proposed 42.2% increase in homeowners’ insurance rates by the North Carolina Rate Bureau (NCRB), slated to take effect on August 1.
Representative Chris Humphrey (R-Lenoir, Greene, Jones) has been appointed by House Speaker Tim Moore to serve on another key legislative committee, the House Select Committee on Oversight & Reform.
Representative Chris Humphrey (R-Lenoir, Greene, Jones) has been appointed by House Speaker Tim Moore to serve on two key legislative committees for the 2023-24 interim period, as follows:
Representative Chris Humphrey and Senator Jim Perry joined together to allocate state funding for Lenoir Community College capital projects. Rep. Humphrey presented a check for $11,000,000 to LCC President Dr. Rusty Hunt. Pictured left to right: Cale Grady, chair of the LCC Foundation Board of Directors; Dr. Rusty Hunt, president of LCC; Randy Smith, chair of the LCC Board of Trustees; and Representative Chris Humphrey.
