On 06/04/25 at approximately 4:50pm, SHPD was dispatched to the 500 block of Jordan Ave. to investigate a reported shots fired call. Minutes later, Corporal Payton and Chief Smith arrived on scene and secured the area for investigative purposes.
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Congressman Davis urges reversal of police dissolution as Snow Hill schedules emergency meeting
SNOW HILL — U.S. Congressman Don Davis is urging the Town of Snow Hill to reconsider its decision to dissolve the municipal police department, as the town’s Board of Commissioners prepares for an emergency meeting scheduled for Monday, June 2, at 1 p.m. The meeting follows a 3-2 vote last week to disband the department and transition law enforcement services to the Greene County Sheriff’s Office.
Snow Hill Commissioners vote to disband police department
SNOW HILL — The Town of Snow Hill has officially voted to disband its municipal police department, choosing instead to contract with the Greene County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services. In a special meeting held Monday at 5 p.m., the Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 against a motion to keep the local department intact. Commissioners Daniels, Washington, and Shackleford voted in favor of dissolving the police department, while Commissioners Andrews and Wilkes opposed the measure.
Snow Hill Board of Commissioners Special Called Meeting: Budget Workshop for 2025-2026
On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., the Snow Hill Board of Commissioners convened a special called meeting at G. Melvin Oliver Town Hall, located at 908 SE Second Street.
Snow Hill man arrested in stolen vehicle case
On March 7, 2025, at approximately 12:57 a.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad conducted a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle. The vehicle had been reported stolen to KPD on July 17, 2024.
Greene County Middle School hosts Black History Month celebration with Rep. Don Davis
Snow Hill - On Friday, February 28, Greene County Middle School presented a celebration of Black History featuring Rep. Don Davis (D-NC 1) as a guest speaker for the event. The event was a culmination of events from throughout the month leading up to the “Old Skool vs. New Skool” program that was presented.
Snow Hill man sentenced to over four years for role in $1 million COVID fraud scheme
A Snow Hill man was sentenced to 50 months in prison for Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud related to Covid-19 loans. In March of 2024, TYREEK RASHEED EXUM, 26, was charged in a multi-count indictment alleging various offenses related to a Covid fraud scheme.
Snow Hill approves changes to zoning and food truck ordinances
Snow Hill’s Board of Commissioners enacted major changes to the town’s business landscape this week, approving comprehensive changes to both zoning and food truck ordinances. The changes, which passed unanimously, reflect the town’s efforts to align policies with existing business practices while encouraging new economic development.
Nooherooka Natural to open farm market in Snow Hill
SNOW HILL — Nooherooka Natural, a seventh-generation family-owned farm, is opening a new storefront in Snow Hill, bringing its pasture-raised Angus beef and heritage pork directly to the community.
Weekend sees three arrests for driving while impaired
On Saturday, September 14, 2024, at around 8:46 p.m., Leonardo Orgas, 44, of Snow Hill, NC, was driving westbound in the eastbound lane of US Hwy 70 when he was stopped by KPD’s A-Squad. After an investigation, Orgas was arrested and charged with Driving While Impaired.
Greene County intersection to temporarily become all-way stop
An intersection in Greene County is scheduled to transition to a new traffic pattern this week.
Ribbon cutting ceremony held for new Greene County EMS Station 3
North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region posted the following on Friday: Today, local and county leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was held for the new Greene County EMS Station 3 on Highway 903 North in Snow Hill.
Virginia man driving a stolen vehicle leads officers on a vehicle pursuit
Officers from KPD's B-Squad received information related to a vehicle being driven with a stolen license plate. Officers located the vehicle in the area of W King Street and S Herritage Street. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop and the driver failed to stop and fled from officers.
Goldsboro woman arrested for CCG & Resisting a Arrest
Officers responded to 110 W Blount Street for crowd control as patrons were leaving J's Place. Officers received reports that Andrea Broadie (33 of Goldsboro, NC) was unlawfully carrying a concealed firearm. Initially, Broadie refused to comply with the officer's investigation.
Snow Hill Man arrested for B&E to motor vehicle
KPD's D-Squad responded to the 700 block of Harding Avenue for a report of a vehicle B&E. Officers arrived in the area and located the offender, Zaire Corbitt (21 of Snow Hill, NC).
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Greene County Hosts Annual Special Olympics
Snow HIll - On Friday, April 25, 2024, Greene County hosted the annual Special Olympics at the Athletic Complex of Greene Central High School. This year Greene County hosted 74 Athletes and 22 Young Athletes. The event has been held for over 30 years and each year the success of the athletes are celebrated by a multitude of people.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: March Legislative Update
As we transition into the spring, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support and engagement. We remain steadfast in our commitment to serving the wonderful communities of Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties. In this edition of our newsletter, you'll find updates and insights on our recent efforts and initiatives, both in Raleigh and at home in ENC. Your feedback and involvement are invaluable to us, so please share this email with your friends & neighbors -- and feel free to reply if you have any questions or comments.
Snow Hill man arrested for drugs, gun during traffic stop
Officers on C-Squad initiated a traffic stop with Dewyer Freeman (32, Snow Hill, NC). During the traffic stop officers observed narcotic violations. During a search, officers located over 50 grams of marijuana packed for distribution and a concealed firearm. Freeman was arrested without incident and placed in the LC Jail for the following:
Snow Hill Post Office Ranks Second in NC for Cancer Fundraiser
Snow Hill post office joined the fight against breast cancer in the U. S. Post Office Breast Cancer Awareness initiative during October 2023. The results were phenomenal for the Snow Hill Office. Competing with all the post offices in North Carolina, the office finished second in the state, behind New Bern which placed first