The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
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South Lenoir's Noble and North Lenoir's Daughety take top awards at DYW competition
Rachel Noble is the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County, and Lilli Daughety is the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Kinston. Congratulations!
Mike Parker: Grifton Lions Club planning ‘First Responders Appreciation Day’
I live about a half mile from the North Lenoir Volunteer Fire Department across from Smith’s Café, so I am within easy ear-shot of the fire alarm that summons the volunteer firefighters and emergency personnel. That alarm can go off at any time – day or night – and during any kind of weather.
North Carolina's August Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted August 2024 unemployment rate was 3.8 percent, increasing 0.1 of a percentage point from July’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.2 percent.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department.
Kinston shooting leaves one dead, one injured on S. McDaniels
On Friday, September 20, 2024, at approximately 8:50 pm, Kinston Police Officers responded to the 300 block of S. McDaniels St., Kinston, N.C., for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located two individuals who were suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
Kinston man receives two drug charges following traffic stop
A Kinston man received two drug charges following a traffic stop on Friday.
Wilmington man arrested in Lenoir County with marijuana, mushrooms
A Wilmington man was arrested Wednesday morning after Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies discovered 647 grams of marijuana and Schedule I narcotics in his vehicle.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Snow Hill "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!
Federal Reserve rate cut expected to impact the local housing market
The Federal Reserve's recent decision to lower its key interest rate by 0.5 percentage points, two months before a presidential election, is expected to have a significant impact on the local housing market. The federal funds rate now stands at approximately 4.8%.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for September 21, 2024
The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for September 21, 2024. The Farmer’s Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
Kinston man arrested in Deep Run for fentanyl possession
A 23-year-old Kinston man was arrested Wednesday in Deep Run for possession of fentanyl and drug paraphernalia.
Evans & Associates and Lititz Mutual donate to LCC scholarships.
Evans & Associates of Kinston and Lititz Mutual Insurance Company of Pennsylvania have partnered to together to present a matching donation to the Lenoir Community College Foundation in support of student scholarships. This is the third consecutive year these companies have partnered to give to the LCC Foundation.
La Grange man arrested with new charges, no bond given
A man wanted on multiple charges was apprehended Wednesday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and sent to jail with new charges and no bond.
Youth learned gardening, leadership, and public speaking at EMGV course
The fifth Junior Master Gardener course was held in July by The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Lenoir County (EMGV). The course, produced by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, is an international youth gardening program that aligns with the mission of the NC Extension Master Gardener course
LCC Receives Funds from Lenoir County ABC Board
The Lenoir County ABC Board recently presented a check of $15,000 to Lenoir Community College to assist in alcohol and drug awareness programs at the College.
Help Wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Social Worker II
As a member of the Lenoir County Health Department, you can make a difference! The Health Department is seeking candidates for a Social Worker II. The Social Worker II is responsible for an assigned patient case load of county residents that varies.
La Grange man wanted for three new felonies in Kinston
A La Grange man out of jail on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges in August is wanted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for three more felonies he committed Tuesday.
NCDOT: Interstate 42 Coming to the U.S. 70 ‘Goldsboro’ Bypass
GOLDSBORO –The U.S. 70 Bypass around Goldsboro will be re-signed as Interstate 42 and given new mile markers and exit numbers this fall.