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Lenoir County homeowner shoots suspect during attempted vehicle break-in
A man who is suspected of breaking and entering into a vehicle at a home on Will Baker Road was shot by the homeowner and is in serious condition at a Greenville hospital.
Mike Parker: Photos and memories
As part of sorting through items so we know what to keep and what to toss, Sandra has been going through the thousands of photos we have taken and maintained throughout our married years. She has found a ton of photos of our kids when they were small, and we have a starry host of pictures of our grandkids.
Trey Cash Awarded Governor James E. Holshouser Professional Development Scholarship
Six economic development professionals across North Carolina were awarded professional development scholarships from the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA) Foundation. The recipients were announced at the NCEDA’s fall conference in Greensboro on October 22.
Part of I-95 Bears Name of Former N.C. Congressman
An eight-mile stretch of Interstate 95 in North Carolina was dedicated Wednesday to G.K. Butterfield, a Wilson native who served in Congress from 2004 to 2022 after a distinguished judicial career.
Biscuitville Fresh Southern® to open new restaurant in Kinston, N.C.
Biscuitville Fresh Southern® is pleased to announce that it will celebrate the grand opening of its Kinston, North Carolina, restaurant on Tuesday, November 5 at 2401 N. Herritage Street.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for October 26, 2024
The Lenoir County Farmer's Market is located at 100 North Heritage Street. The market is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.
Candidate Interview: Charles Dudley
BJ Murphy speaks with Charles Dudley, who is running for a North Carolina Senate seat in the upcoming 2024 election. Dudley is challenging incumbent Bob Brinson.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
“Gourd-for-the Environment” Ways to Recycle Your Pumpkins, and Pumpkins for Pigs
Gourd-for-the environment, I wish I could take credit for that statement but I lifted it from a recycling webpage. Anyway, it turns out that filling up the landfill with your discarded and partially rotten pumpkins is actually a very bad idea.
Kinston Police Identify Additional Suspect in Murder Investigation
Detectives have identified 18-year-old Savannah Locklear of Kinston as an additional suspect in the murder of Kori Williams.
Candidate Interview: Bob Brinson
BJ Murphy speaks with incumbent Bob Brinson, who is running for the North Carolina Senate in the upcoming 2024 election. Brinson is challenging candidate Charles Dudley for the seat.
Bloom Nutrition to open, aiming to bring healthy energy options to the community
Bloom Nutrition, a new health-focused beverage and snack shop, is set to open in Kinston, offering a range of nutritious energy teas, meal replacement shakes, and protein snacks. The shop, located on Herritage Street, aims to provide healthier alternatives to sugary drinks and unhealthy meals.
Popp’n Smoke to kick off Veterans Day festivities with community event
The Beer Barn in Kinston will host "Popp’n Smoke," a community event marking the start of Veterans Day celebrations. Scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., the event aims to bring the community together while raising funds for veteran service organizations and G.I. Joe’s Living History Museum.
Candidate Interview: Sammy Aiken
BJ Murphy speaks with former city council member Sammy Aiken, who is running for Lenoir County Commissioner - At Large in the upcoming 2024 election. Aiken is competing against incumbents Keith King and Linda Rouse Sutton for one of two available seats.
Crime rates up in Kinston: Assaults, burglaries, and drug violations see significant changes
The Kinston Police Department's recent quarterly report reveals a significant increase in several categories of crime compared to the same period last year, reflecting substantial shifts in public safety dynamics across the city.
Two juveniles to be taken into custody for breaking and entering
Two juveniles have been identified and will be soon taken into custody for breaking and entering and committing larceny at a La Grange business last week.
Arrest made after disturbance
On October 19, 2024, B-Squad officers were on patrol in the vicinity of Pearson Park when they observed an individual, later identified as Joshua Smith, tapping on the window of a patrol vehicle. Upon inquiry about his needs, Mr. Smith became violent and belligerent towards officers.
Search warrant execution results in arrest
KPD’s B-Squad officers responded to a call from Kinston Housing Authority regarding a housekeeping inspection for one of their properties. During the inspection, staff discovered suspected illegal substances, including cocaine and drug paraphernalia.