The Lenoir County SCARR (Street Crime and Rapid Response) Unit has made two arrests following an investigation that originated from a citizen complaint regarding suspected illegal drug activity in the county.
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Kinston Police Department: Juvenile Detained Following Purse Snatching Investigation
On September 24, 2025, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad were traveling on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard when they observed two male subjects run across the highway in front of oncoming traffic. Officers attempted to check on the individuals, but both continued running and appeared to be avoiding law enforcement.
Kinston Police Department: Traffic Stop Leads to Khat Seizure
On September 24, 2025, at approximately 3:48 p.m., Kinston Police Department detectives conducted a traffic stop in the 2200 block of West Vernon Avenue for motor vehicle violations.
The Art of Healing event to focus on women’s health and wellness
UNC Health Lenoir and the Community Council for the Arts will host The Art of Healing: Celebrating Women’s Health & Wellness on Thursday, Oct. 2, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Arts Center, 400 N. Queen St.
Synergy Home Care marks first anniversary in Kinston
Synergy Home Care has reached a milestone in Kinston, celebrating its first anniversary of serving residents across eastern North Carolina with in-home care and community support.
Lenoir County reviewing fire district funding discrepancies
For more than a decade, sales tax dollars intended to support Lenoir County’s volunteer fire departments were miscalculated. The mistake is confirmed. The scope of the error is not. Was it five dollars? Fifty thousand? Five million? At this point, county officials and fire chiefs agree: no one knows.
Careline Medical Transport to Host 1st Annual Cookoff & Family Fun Day
Careline Medical Transport is inviting the community to its 1st Annual Cookoff & Family Fun Day on Saturday, September 28, at 108 W. King Street in Kinston.
Local author Ray Thigpen releases debut book
Local author Ray Thigpen has released his debut book, Doing What You Know: Breaking Through the Invisible Barrier, a practical guide to overcoming fear, self-sabotage, and the invisible barriers that hold people back from reaching their potential.
Traveling art auction to benefit Kinston park redesign
A traveling silent auction featuring an original oil painting of the Neuse River will make its way across Kinston during October, with proceeds supporting the redesign of the Buddy and Mary Mac Ritch All American City Park.
Lenoir County Deputies assist NCSHP in Hit-and-Run Investigation involving pedestrian
On the evening of September 22, 2025, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the 3100 block of Hugh E. Hardy Road in LaGrange to assist the North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) with a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian.
Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus: A Tradition of Music and Community Since 1998
KINSTON – For more than 25 years, the Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus has brought together singers and audiences in a shared celebration of music, faith, and fellowship.
Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.: Updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter here.
Kinston police seize firearms, make arrests in weekend cases
Kinston police seize firearms, make arrests in weekend cases
High-Speed Pursuit Leads to Felony Arrest on I-795
Over the weekend, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team (CRT) partnered with the Wayne County DWI Task Force and the Onslow County DWI Task Force to conduct several enforcement events across the eastern region focused on impaired and reckless driving.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: The HWY 58 Connector
As summer turns to fall, I’ve been grateful for the chance to spend time with so many of you across Lenoir, Greene, and Jones Counties while also staying hard at work in Raleigh.
Mike Parker: Family connections with World War II
I have written before about not having the opportunity to meet Sandra’s father – Floyd Dawson. The closest I have come is through several photos of him – one that stands constant guard in our living room. In that photo, Floyd Dawson stands on the right of an ambulance, while an unidentified soldier stands on the left.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
South Lenoir's Campbell Price named Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County 2026
Campbell Price, a South Lenoir senior, was named Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County 2026 on Saturday evening. She is the daughter of Neal and Jill Price and plans to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Bethel Christian Academy expands agriculture program with community support
Bethel Christian Academy is growing its agriculture program thanks to strong community partnerships and dedicated staff.
Snow Hill Primary "Terrific Kid" awards
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's Terrific Kid Awards!