Lorenzo Williams of Kinston has long dreamed of buying a house for his family and now he can after winning a $100,000 prize in a lottery drawing.
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Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fight winter colds with these immune system foods and recipes
Sadly it’s the time of year again when germs are running rapid, fight back the threat of flu and other infectious disease by boosting your immune system. Keeping your immune system strong is one of the best ways to prevent winter colds and flu. Plan your meals to include these 15 powerful immune boosting foods!
Kinston Police discover gun, drugs in routine traffic stop arrest
A-Squad Officers conducted a traffic stop with Travis Myers (23) for motor vehicle violations. The traffic stop led to the discovery of drug paraphernalia and a concealed firearm. Myers was taken into custody and charged with the following:
KPD detective arrests man for indecent exposure in Wal-Mart
On Thursday, January 11th, 2024, at approximately 6 p.m., a plain clothes detective with the Kinston Police Department was conducting foot patrols in Wal-Mart, 4101 W. Vernon Ave. Kinston, N.C. While in the store, the detective observed Nelson Hemby, 51, of Pink Hill, following women and children while inappropriately touching himself.
KPD Arrests man for attempted murder and weapon charges
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team received information from NC License & Theft Agents related to Okeith Parker (39). Parker had active Order For Arrest related to Attempted 1st Degree Murder, Assault With a Deadly Weapon With Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury, and Possession of a Firearm by Felon.
NWS: Strong to severe thunderstorms, strong winds expected Friday, Saturday
We are expecting strong to severe thunderstorms, strong winds, dangerous marine conditions, and minor coastal flooding for Eastern NC Friday evening into Saturday (January 12-13th.
Lenoir County Board of Education moves forward with sale of Teachers Memorial School
The Lenoir County Board of Education has finalized the decision to sell the former Teachers Memorial School, located at 500 Marcella Drive in Kinston. After a competitive upset bid process, the board accepted a final offer of $319,000 for the property.
Insurance companies ask for 42.2% rate increase for homeowners’ insurance
Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced that the North Carolina Rate Bureau filed a rate filing with the North Carolina Department of Insurance on Wednesday asking for an average statewide increase in homeowners’ insurance rates of 42.2%.
Cale Grady named new President of Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce
The Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce has welcomed Cale Grady as its new President, effective January 15, 2024. Grady steps into the role following the departure of former President/CEO Vickie Jones.
Downtown Dilemma: City remains committed to DKR despite board exodus
The Downtown Kinston Revitalization (DKR), once known as Pride of Kinston, faces significant challenges as it grapples with a series of board member resignations and criticisms of its leadership. DKR has been tasked with rejuvenating Kinston’s downtown area since 1984.
Kinston Tobacco Shop break-In thwarted, two suspects apprehended
KPD's B-Squad Officers were dispatched to a report of a Breaking and Entering at the Tobacco & Vape shop located at 1308 W. Vernon Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and reviewed video footage showing two subjects attempting to enter the establishment, one wearing a paintball mask.
Motor vehicle stop leads to narcotics, gun charges
Officers from B-Squad stopped a gray Ford Mustang for motor vehicle violations. While speaking with the driver, Monderico Shivar, Officers observed narcotic violations and had Shivar exit the vehicle. Officers conducted a search of the vehicle and located a concealed handgun and narcotics.
Retired Colonel Laurie Buckhout on leadership, politics, and governance
Colonel (Ret.) Laurie Buckhout (R) is campaigning throughout Congressional District 1 to unseat incumbent Rep. Don Davis (D) in the 2024 election. The self-described constitutional conservative believes her military background provides her with leadership skills that would benefit her constituents. She also believes the current Republican Party is fractured.
NC State Board of Education honors Jones County Public Schools
Jones County Public Schools has been honored by the North Carolina State Board of Education and has received recognition as an NC Top Ten School District. Thank you to our students, staff, and families!
Located: KPD seeks public assistance in finding teenage girl
The Kinston Police Department posted the following on their Facebook page:
La Grange man arrested on separate B&E incidents
A La Grange man has been arrested for breaking and entering twice on Bulltown Road.
Early College math teacher Belinda McGinnis named state’s Outstanding Young Educator
Belinda McGinnis, who has earned local and regional recognition as a math teacher and leader of digital instruction at Lenoir County Early College High School, now has a statewide honor to her credit. She is the winner of the 2024 Outstanding Young Educator Award from the North Carolina Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
Sherrod Jones Jr arrested in Kinston for fleeing heroin, fentanyl sentence
On January 8th 2024, KPD’s Detectives received information from the Greenville Police VCAT Unit that Sherrod Jones Jr was hiding out in a residence on W Washington Ave.
Dan Sale announces retirement, Sale Auto Mall under new ownership
Dan Sale, the owner of Sale Auto Mall in Kinston, has announced his retirement and the subsequent sale of the dealership. Established in 1986, Sale Auto Mall has been a significant player in the local automotive industry. The business includes BMW, Kia, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Ford, and a wide variety of certified used vehicles.
Governor Cooper declares state of emergency ahead of severe weather
RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency ahead of severe weather expected across the state. The Order waives truck weight, size and hours of service restrictions so that vehicles carrying essential supplies such as food, medicine or fuel or transporting livestock and crops can get their jobs done quickly.