A man was arrested late last week by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office patrol units on multiple drug charges.
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KPD: Check point leads to drug arrest
A-Squad was conducting a checkpoint on Airport Rd. During the checkpoint, officers encountered Robert Etheridge (49) of Fayetteville, NC. During the encounter officers conducted a probable cause search. The search lead to discovery of marijuana, Psilocybin Mushrooms, THC vape pens, THC wax and US currency.
Advocate Heather Clark's personal tragedy spurs Safer Trucking mission
A passionate advocate, Heather Clark, tragically lost her son Nate in a trucking accident. Inspired by her personal tragedy, she fervently champions an organization's cause, determined to prevent other families from enduring the preventable heartache she experienced.
Youth media camp returns to eastern North Carolina
Kinston native and award-winning film director Resita Cox and her team return to Princeville this summer to host their second Freedom Hill Youth Media Camp- a 4-week documentary production program connecting NC students to Princeville's Black history through conducting interviews, learning oral history skills, exploring archives and learning the basics of documentary filmmaking culminating in a short participatory documentary about Princeville’s annual Homecoming Celebration.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
CSS Neuse Museum ‘Friends’ hosting a naval history symposium
The Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum will be hosting a maritime history symposium titled “North Carolina Naval History in the Age of Sail and Steam” on June 23 and June 24 at the CSS Neuse Museum, located at 100 N. Queen St. The subjects covered will include Naval History from pre-American Revolution, during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 through naval advancements during the Civil War.
Christopher Nelson: Summer Programming for Adults at Neuse Regional Libraries
It is that time of year again! As the summer season fast approaches, the Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library is planning to offer more awesome recreational and cultural programs for our community members!
Lenoir County births
The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Navigating Kinston's food truck rules, permits, locations, and restrictions
Food trucks may conduct sales while parked on a public street when the City Council has approved a temporary street closing.
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 last Terrific Kid Awards!
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Farmer’s Market Update for May 27, 2023
Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, May 27, 2023. The Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday.
NWS: Update on Memorial Day weekend coastal storm
Strong winds are expected along coastal areas through tomorrow evening causing potentially minor damage and isolated power outages.
LCPS getting back to free summer meals in big way
A summer feeding program reminiscent of pre-pandemic days – when Lenoir County Public Schools plated more than 30,000 free meals for youth in the county – will begin operation in June.
Lenoir County Sheriff's office seeks public help in fraud investigation
Can you identify this person? The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is investigating fraudulent activity of a bank account; investigators would like to speak to the person in this photo that was taken from an automatic teller machine in Lenoir County on March 20. If you have information about the identity of this person, please contact the LCSO Investigations Division at 252-559-6140 or Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444.
Gazebo ribbon cutting ceremony celebrates 100 years of Rotary
It was the perfect day for Rotary Club of Kinston to celebrate over 100 years of Rotary. This gazebo was donated by Rotary to our community to enjoy. The weather and fellowship was a perfect combination for this milestone.
Emergency Response at Pauls Path Road: Students and Driver Hospitalized
A man driving a pickup truck ran into the back of a La Grange Elementary School bus and is being transported to a Greenville hospital for medical attention. The accident occurred at Hardison's Crossroads at the intersection of Pauls Path Road and Ben Dail Road.
Active investigation underway after fatal gun violence in Kinston
On Wednesday, May 24th,2023, at 2328 hrs officers responded to the 400 blk of N Davis St. in regard to a shooting. Upon arrival officers located Franklin Antonio Bowden II deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.
City of Kinston Notice of public hearing FY 2023-2024 budget
The public is hereby advised that per G.S. 159-12, the City Manager has submitted the proposed budget for the City of Kinston for FY 2023-2024 to the Mayor and the City Council. A copy of the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, is on file in the office of the City Clerk, the Public Library, and on the City of Kinston's website, www.ci.kinston.nc.us.