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.
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Narcotics Investigation Leads to Guilty Plea and Prison Sentence for Lenoir County Man
A 33-year-old Lenoir County man has pleaded guilty to trafficking narcotics.
Joint Narcotics Investigation Results in Arrest
A joint effort between the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrest of a 20-year-old Duplin County woman for narcotic related charges.
Obituary: Roland Ernest Clayborne
Roland Ernest Clayborne, 85, of Kinston, North Carolina, was called home to the Throne of Jesus on January 18, 2026, where he was reunited with his beloved wife, Marie, and a host of family and friends. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Rouse Funeral Home in La Grange, North Carolina. A celebration of his life and interment will follow at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Westview Cemetery on Hwy 70 in Kinston.
NWS: Increasing Potential for Winter Weather Impacts This Weekend
Chances are increasing that we could see winter weather impacts this weekend as an expansive storm system moves across the Southern US and interacts with Arctic air.
Inmate Death at Lenoir County Jail
At approximately 4:00 a.m., detention officers conducting routine 15-minute rounds observed an inmate, identified as Richmond Tee Croom III, unresponsive in his cell. Officers immediately entered the cell, began life-saving measures, and initiated CPR while requesting emergency medical assistance.
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.
Lenoir County Sex Offender Arrested for Registration Violations
On Saturday, January 3rd, a Lenoir County man was arrested for failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements under North Carolina law.
Kinston native names to Dean's list
Christopher Taulbee of Kinston (28504) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Fall 2025 Dean's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
Lenoir County settles administration building lawsuit using insurance funds, officials say
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners on Jan. 5 approved a budget ordinance amendment related to the settlement of a lawsuit stemming from the renovation of the county administration building, with county officials repeatedly emphasizing that taxpayer dollars were not used.
Obituary: Marvin Wayne Edwards Sr.
Marvin Wayne Edwards Sr., 88, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025. A service of love and remembrance will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home on Friday, January 2, 2026 with Pastor James Grandinetti officiating. The family will receive friends in the hour prior to service. Committal will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park, Kinston.
133 Charges Filed During First Week of Lenoir County’s Booze It & Lose It Campaign
Sheriff Jackie Rogers and the Lenoir County GHSP Crash Reduction Team closed out the first week of the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety annual “Booze It & Lose” Campaign with a multi-agency operation resulting in multiple charges.
Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation awards grant to Backpack Buddies of Lenoir County
Backpack Buddies of Lenoir County has received a grant of $1,800 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The Nourishing Our Neighbors grant supports community feeding partners by helping neighbors increase their access to nutritious food and providing nutrition education to reduce health risks for those experiencing food insecurity.
Parks and Recreation offering community extra transportation for Kinston’s State Championship game
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation will provide additional transportation for fans traveling to Durham on Saturday, Dec. 13, for the NCHSAA 3A State Championship game. A bus will depart from the Holloway Center at 9 a.m., offering residents a convenient way to support Kinston High School as the Vikings compete for the title.
Where Heirlooms & History Meet the Garden in Our Community
The Children’s Garden at the Caswell Memorial State Historic Site, maintained by the Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Lenoir County (EMGV), continues to flourish as a vibrant outdoor classroom for learners of all ages in our community.
UNC Health Lenoir elevates care through robotic innovation
UNC Health Lenoir is proud to announce the arrival of the state-of-the-art da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of surgical care for Kinston, Lenoir County, and the surrounding region.
Lenoir County commissioners approve two economic development incentives, budget amendments and board appointments
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners met Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, approving a series of economic development agreements, departmental budget adjustments and tax-related resolutions during a meeting that highlighted continued industrial growth and ongoing state-funded flood mitigation work.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office investigating theft of power transformer in Deep Run
On November 13, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a power transformer used to provide electricity to Deep Run residents was stolen from the 3700 block of Old Highway 11.
Record number of Bright Ideas grants awarded to LCPS teachers
Lenoir County Public Schools set a new benchmark this year in the Bright Ideas education grant program, earning a record number of awards for innovative classroom projects.
Cypress Creek Renewables Invests in Lenoir County’s Future with $75,000 Community Commitment
Durham, N.C. — (November 7, 2025) — Cypress Creek Renewables (Cypress Creek) has announced a $75,000 investment in Lenoir County to support initiatives that advance education, workforce development, social services, veteran programs, and other community needs. This commitment reflects Cypress Creek’s ongoing pledge to be a good neighbor and create meaningful, long-term benefits for local communities.