Increasing confidence that the greatest impacts within our area will be from ice accumulation due to freezing rain.
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NWS: Increased confidence in ice and freezing rain impacts this weekend
The biggest changes this morning are increased confidence in ice and freezing rain impacts, and lower probabilities of snow impacts for most, except those along and north of US 264.
NWS: Areas west of Highway 17 have the highest chances at seeing wintry precipitation on Sunday
There's still a lot of uncertainty with the potential for wintry precipitation on Sunday. The trend in the models has been towards more rain rather than accumulating snow for the majority of ENC. However, areas west of Highway 17 have the highest chances at seeing wintry precipitation.
Jones County Woman Arrested Following Copper Theft Investigation
On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, a Jones County woman was arrested following an investigation into multiple copper thefts that occurred in Lenoir County.
Jones County to review Trenton EMS contract agreement
The Jones County Board of Commissioners will consider approval of a contract agreement involving Trenton Emergency Medical Services.
Commissioners to consider amendment to economic development agreement
Jones County commissioners will review a proposed amendment to an existing economic development agreement during their Jan. 5 meeting.
Jones County commissioners to hold public hearing on CDBG matters
The Jones County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing Monday related to Community Development Block Grant funding during its regular meeting.
Jones County Commissioners keep leadership, celebrate youth cooks and senior program grants
Jones County commissioners opened their December organizational meeting by keeping their current leadership team in place, praising staff, and hearing from some of the county’s youngest chefs before moving through a long list of grants, facility projects and policy decisions.
Proposed North Carolina congressional map could shift representation in Greene, Lenoir, and Jones counties
A newly proposed congressional map from North Carolina’s Republican-led General Assembly could change how voters in Greene, Lenoir, and Jones counties are represented in Washington, D.C., as lawmakers prepare to consider the redistricting plan next week.
Jones County Community Foundation awards more than $4,000 in grants
Sept. 30, 2025 – The Jones County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $4,150 in grants to four organizations supporting the local community.
Kinston City Council tables mill redevelopment, approves hazard mitigation and recreation plans
The Kinston City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 2, working through a packed agenda that included a proposed redevelopment of the former Glen Raven Mill, updates to city and county recreation planning, and several major infrastructure purchases.
Help Wanted: Instructional Liaison - Jones County
The Instructional Liaison - Jones County fosters the development of positive relationships between Lenoir Community College, Jones Senior High School, and courses that meet the broader needs of the community and industry.
Help Wanted: Instructional Liaison - Jones County
The Instructional Liaison - Jones County fosters the development of positive relationships between Lenoir Community College, Jones Senior High School, and courses that meet the broader needs of the community and industry.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson July 30, 2025
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.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson July 23, 2025
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Jones County Sheriff’s Office: Public Service Announcement – SCAM ALERT
The Jones County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of a scam involving someone falsely claiming to be one of our deputies—possibly using names like “Lt. Burner” or “Sgt. Bonniville.”
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson July 9, 2025
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Jones County Board of Commissioners addresses infrastructure, public safety, and community programs
The Jones County Board of Commissioners met Monday to approve significant financial commitments for county projects, including the construction of a new shell building in the industrial park and major upgrades to emergency services facilities. The meeting also saw extensive discussion on long-standing infrastructure concerns and a contentious debate over a change order for an EMS station.
Traffic stop leads to discovery of marijuana grow in Jones County
At approximately 12:00 a.m., while JCSO Deputies were conducting a checking station, they noticed a vehicle attempting to evade the checking station. Deputies responded to investigate and located the vehicle. During the course of the investigation, narcotics were found in plain view inside the vehicle. The driver fled on foot, prompting a search of the area with the assistance of K-9 units from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office. Despite efforts, Deputies were unable to locate the suspect.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson July 2, 2025
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