Two Kinston residents were arrested Sunday after being stopped in a stolen SUV with an expired and fictitious license plate.
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Traffic stop leads to Methamphetamine arrest
KPD's D-Squad conducted a traffic stop on the 3000 block of W Vernon Avenue with Jesse Jones (33 of Grifton). During the traffic stop, K9 Kang was called to the scene to conduct a sniff of the vehicle. Kang gave his handler indication that narcotics were in vehicle
Experience School of Rock The Musical At LCC
School of Rock The Musical brings the beloved film to life on stage. The story follows Dewey Finn, a failed rocker posing as a substitute teacher, who discovers his students' musical talents and forms a band to compete in a Battle of the Bands competition. Through the power of music, Dewey and his students navigate friendship, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams. With electric performances and catchy tunes, the musical celebrates the transformative impact of rock 'n' roll on both the characters and the audience.
Juvenile charged with possession of a stolen vehicle
On Friday, July 5, 2024, A-Squad Officers received information related to a stolen vehicle being driven around Kinston. The vehicle had previously been reported stolen to Green County Sheriff's Office. Officers located the vehicle on the 1500 block of Dr. MLK Jr Blvd and made contact with the driver, (17 year old juvenile from Kinston) and took him into custody. With the assistance of Green County Sheriff's Office, the juvenile was transported to Green County and released to a parent.
KPD: Vehicle Pursuit leads to arrest
On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 12:00 pm, KPD's D-Squad observed a vehicle being operated on Vernon Avenue with fictious plates and illegal tint violations. Officers initiated a traffic stop with the vehicle and the driver, Okeith Parker (39 of Kinston) immediately fled. Officers pursed Parker until he came to a stop on the 800 block of Dixon Street. Parker began swallowing bags of suspected narcotics. Officers were able to gain entry into the vehicle, remove Parker, and effect the arrest.
Jones County Public Schools recognized at international level
Jones Senior High School HOSA (Future Health Professionals) students recently attended HOSA International Leadership Conference (ILC) in Houston, Texas. There were over 12,000 HOSA attendees at this conference from across the globe and the Jones Senior students had the opportunity to collaborate, network, and learn with numerous HOSA members from various states and countries.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Mike Parker: July 13 and July 20 feature Maritime Living History
Two programs on back-to-back Saturdays will highlight different aspects of North Carolina’s maritime history during the Civil War.
Jessica Anderson: Gardening in the Summer: Are You Too Late or Too Early?
We are at the point in the summer where the heat feels oppressive and even the plants flop over in the afternoon, and I can relate. Many believe that there is nothing to be done in the garden in the heat of the summer besides keep the weeds and bugs at bay and harvest what you planted in April.
Eduar Morales of Deep Run graduates from Eastern Connecticut State University
WILLIMANTIC, CT (07/02/2024)-- More than 800 Eastern Connecticut State University students graduated in the 2023-24 academic year, which culminated with two commencement ceremonies this May at the conclusion of the spring 2023 semester. The University's undergraduate ceremony occurred May 14 at the XL Center in Hartford, CT, and the graduate-level ceremony occurred May 11 on Eastern's campus.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Celebrating Independence Day
Share your American pride with red, white and blue recipes for July 4th! Patriotic foods add more excitement to your celebration table.
Banks Elementary Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
Contentnea-Savannah K-8 Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
School of Rock The Musical Comes to LCC
Get ready to rock and roll this summer as Lenoir Community College proudly presents School of Rock The Musical! This high-energy show brings the spirit of rock 'n' roll to life, following the hilarious and heartwarming journey of a wannabe rock star who turns a class of straight-A students into a mind-blowing rock band.
Kinston High Second Semester Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
EB Frink Middle Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
La Grange Elementary Fourth Nine Week Principal’s List and A/B Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students:
23 People Sworn in as U.S. Citizens at Harmony Hall Ceremony
On Independence Day, 23 new U.S. citizens were sworn in at a naturalization ceremony held at Harmony Hall. The event was organized by the Lenoir County Historical Association and presided over by The Honorable James C. Dever III, a United States District Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina.
Welfare check on Wednesday turned into a narcotics investigation
A welfare check on Wednesday turned into a narcotics investigation that resulted in the arrest of two La Grange residents on multiple drug charges.