The La Grange Town Council met on August 4, 2025, taking important actions that reflect the Town’s commitment to revitalizing downtown, improving housing conditions, and enhancing neighborhoods.
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Paige Petticrew wins first place at state conference for a feature story highlighting youth gardening program in Lenoir County
Paige Petticrew, Consumer Horticulture Agent for Lenoir County Cooperative Extension, earned first place in the Feature Story category during the Communications Award Luncheon at the 2025 North Carolina Association of County Agricultural Agents (NCACAA) this summer. Her winning piece, originally published by Neuse News on September 19, 2024 spotlighted the impactful work of the Extension Master Gardener Volunteers (EMGV) of Lenoir County and their passion for youth education through horticulture.
Kinston Police Department: Shooting investigation
This evening, Kinston Police Department officers responded to a report of a 12-year-old who had been shot in the arm on Dixon Street. The victim received medical attention, and investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County Schools recognize educators, approve key contracts and summer initiatives
The Lenoir County Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting Monday evening, covering a packed agenda that included teacher recognitions, program highlights from a busy summer, and approvals related to construction, nursing services, and school policy.
UNC Health Lenoir Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Heart and Stroke Care
UNC Health Lenoir has once again been nationally recognized for its commitment to high-quality care, earning four prestigious awards from the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative for excellence in the treatment of heart failure, stroke, and resuscitation, with an emphasis on reducing rural health disparities.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for August 9, 2025
The Lenoir County Farmers Market, located at 100 N. Herritage Street, will be open Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Kinston Police Department issues report on use of force incident occurring July 13, 2025
A Kinston police officer’s use of force during the July 13 arrest of Cameron Williams was deemed justified after internal and external reviews.
KPD Update: Arrest made in shooting investigation
Kinston Police Department Detectives have obtained warrants for Kendall Forbes, 21, of Lenoir County, in connection with a recent shooting incident. With assistance from the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office, Forbes was taken into custody during a traffic stop.
Kinston City Council hears youth program pleas, approves utility projects and equipment purchases
Kinston City Council’s August 5 meeting mixed emotional public comment with a full slate of utility upgrades, vehicle and equipment purchases, and community updates. Mayor Pro Tem Antonio Hardy presided in Mayor Don Hardy’s absence.
Kinston Police Department: Shooting Investigation – Herbert Drive
At approximately 7:03 a.m. today, officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of gunfire on Herbert Drive. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a residence had been struck. Fortunately, no one was injured.
Jones County Board of Commissioners approves health funding, grant applications, and park improvements
TRENTON – The Jones County Board of Commissioners met Aug. 4 at the Jones County Agricultural Building, approving public health and environmental health funding allocations, advancing a major housing revitalization grant, and accepting a $70,000 donation for park improvements, among other actions.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: The Hwy 58 Connector
It’s been a busy and productive summer in Eastern North Carolina and in Raleigh. In July, we overrode eight of Governor Stein’s vetoes — protecting your freedoms, supporting law enforcement, and delivering the kind of common-sense results that folks in our communities expect.
Local Authors to gather for public library showcase on August 7
The Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library is hosting an author event on August 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., where local authors have been invited to share their books with the public. This event is open to all authors in Greene, Jones, and Lenoir County is a great opportunity for them to share their works, have conversations with other authors, and sell or sign copies of their books.
Sean Keenan to bike 115 miles for Mental Health Awareness in honor of late mother
On Aug. 16, Sean P. Keenan will set out on a 115-mile cycling journey from Kinston to Raleigh to raise awareness and funds for mental health research in memory of his mother, Mary, who died by suicide in 2007.
Derek Burress: Greene County’s Path Forward: Economic Strategy Promises Growth with Rural Heart
The plan prioritizes agriculture-related sectors, including agribusiness, smart farming, aquaculture, packaging, and agro-tourism.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Traffic stop leads to arrest and vehicle seizure
On August 3, 2025, at approximately 2:19 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on East Washington Avenue for a motor vehicle violation.