The N.C. Department of Transportation is beginning to evaluate projects for its next 10-year capital plan and wants the public to be involved.
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Greene County Board of Elections Announces Voter ID Options
Greene County Government Employee’s ID has recently been approved by the NC State Board of Education for voting purposes. According to the Board of Elections the state board of elections has approved 99 student and employee identification cards across the state for use in the 2023 municipal elections and 2024 primary and general elections in North Carolina.
Harnett County man with outstanding warrants arrested in Kinston
Julian Evan Taylor has outstanding warrants from Harnett County for second degree kidnapping, common law robbery, assault on a female and communicating threats. At around noon Sunday, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies from the B Shift received information he was hiding in the 3900 block of Cayla Beth’s Lane in Kinston.
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team concludes three-month investigation
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team concluded a three-month investigation that led to the arrest of Travis Moore for the following:
KPD violent Crime Action Team search leads to firearm and narcotics arrest
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team with the assistance of the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office's SCARR Unit obtained a search warrant for 206 Heard Street. The search led to the discovery of a firearm and narcotics. Calvin Holloway was arrested and placed in the LC Jail for the following charges:
Kinston's National Night Out at Historic Grainger Stadium
Kinston's National Night Out will be August 1, 2023, from 6p -8p in the parking lot of Historic Grainger Stadium. We will have plenty of activities including: games, a blow up water slide, dunk a police officer, and child bicycle giveaways. This is a FREE event that DOES NOT include entrance into the game.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Greene County Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance
The Greene Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance in identifying a suspect from a breaking and entering that occurred to a residential outbuilding late Monday night 07/24/2023 in the Jason Area. The unknown suspect left with various tools.
La Grange woman arrested for murder of her 6-day-old child
The mother of a 6-day-old infant that died early last year has been arrested for the murder of her child.
Greene County Man arrested for Attempted First Degree Murder
A Greene County man was arrested Friday by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for attempted first degree murder.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
New Horizons for Emma Webb Park: Walking Trails, Amphitheater, and More
The City of Kinston collaborated with partners to create a Master Plan for Emma Webb Park, addressing flooding impacts and incorporating community input. The renovation includes walking trails, an amphitheater, basketball courts, a splash pad, and an enhanced playground area.
Chadwick Stokes: E. B. Frink Outdoor Classroom
What should an educational experience look like? Is to be contained within four (4) walls of a classroom or can it be conducted in the natural environment of the outdoors? There is an argument to be made that both spaces can work in conjunction with each other. The broader questions asked here is what has given rise to the idea of an outdoor classroom for E. B. Frink Middle School.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update July 29, 2023
Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, July 29, 2023. The Market is open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm on Tuesday and Saturday.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Summertime Slow Cooker Recipes
One of my favorite ways to cook is in a slow cooker, I even turn non-slow cooker recipes into slow cooker ones. Your crock isn’t just for winter, stay out of the kitchen and just flip the switch! Here are some healthy options for you to set and forget!! Enjoy!!
Multiple Offenders Arrested for Probation Violations and Firearm Possession
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team, Probation Officers, and Lenoir County Sheriff's Office conducted an operation related to offenders that are currently on probation
Man arrested after traffic stop on meth charges
Following a traffic stop on Wednesday, a 63-year-old man was charged with trafficking and selling methamphetamine.
Catch 22: A family-owned seafood restaurant will open its doors Saturday
Catch 22, a southern fried seafood style restaurant will have its grand opening on July 29th. The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The restaurant is located at 1602 N. Queen St. in Kinston.
Internship Showcase: Gabriella's Journey from Classroom to Career
The Summer Internship Program with NC Cooperative Extension provides a great experience that can bridge the gap between college and career. The Lenoir County Cooperative Extension Office gained Gabriella Haddock as a new team member this summer through the internship program.