MANCHESTER, NH -- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2024 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
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Kinston substitute teacher charged with assault on child with a disability
On January 10, 2025, the Kinston Police Department was notified of an assault on a 6-year-old child by LCPS Central Office . Officers spoke with the child's parents, who had been informed of the incident by Northwest Elementary School. The officers were told that the child's substitute teacher, Martha Jones (69, of Kinston), had hit their child.
Kinston Police Department seeks public's help in locating wanted subject
The Kinston Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating Bryson Bradley, 21 years old, who is wanted in connection with the murder of Korie Williams on September 20, 2024. Bradley has been evading authorities since the incident, and law enforcement is actively seeking his arrest.
Two arrested in connection to Dec. 8 Lenoir County homicide
A Lenoir County woman and a Goldsboro man have been arrested on first degree murder charges for a homicide that took place on Dec. 8 in Lenoir County.
Christine Kowalczyk to share expertise at Social Media Summit 2025 in Kinston
Christine Kowalczyk, an Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management at East Carolina University (ECU), is set to join industry experts at the Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025) as a panelist. The event, scheduled for January 31, will focus on the intersection of artificial intelligence and social media marketing, under the theme "AI + Social: Innovate | Automate | Dominate."
Lenoir Community College President's and Dean's Lists
The following students have been named to the President’s List at Lenoir Community College for Fall Semester 2024.
NWS eyeing potential wintry precipitation next week
National Weather Services shared graphics on social media to address early chatter about potential wintry weather next week, with Wednesday being a tentative focus. It’s too soon for a briefing, but sharing these posts helps spread consistent and accurate messaging as the situation evolves.
Kinston man arrested for assault and firing weapon in residence
A Lenoir County man is behind bars after allegedly physically assaulting a woman and shooting a firearm inside a residence.
Traffic stop near La Grange leads to drug and firearm arrest
A Kinston man was arrested on drug charges and for carrying a concealed gun while a Raleigh woman received charges for driving without a license and other driving violations following a traffic stop on Sunday on U.S. 70 near La Grange.
Senator Brinson Appointed to Five Committees
Raleigh, N.C. – Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) appointed Sen. Bob Brinson (R-Craven) to five committees for the 2025-26 legislative biennium.
Proposed Solar Farm on Green Acres Road
The proposed solar farm on Green Acres Road is a private project between private landowners and NextEra Energy. Greene County Government has had no involvement in this matter.
Lenoir County couple charged with arson, insurance fraud and other related charges
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrests of a Lenoir County couple on a total of eight arson and fraud related charges. Monteze Rodriguez Nelson, 44, and Jalesia Madrid Nelson, 33, both of 1609 George Ave., Kinston, were each charged with second degree arson, felony conspiracy, insurance fraud and obtaining property by false pretense. All eight charges are felonies.
Greene County Board delays decision on proposed solar project
The Greene County Board of Adjustments convened on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Greene County Operations Center in Snow Hill to consider Special Use Permit BPSP-24-8 for the proposed Muskov Energy Center. This 1,183-acre solar facility, if approved, would become the county's largest solar installation, sparking significant debate among residents.
Tragic fire claims one life in pollocksville
Pollocksville, NC - On Saturday, January 11, 2025, at approximately 8:26 AM, multiple emergency agencies responded to a devastating structure fire in Pollocksville. Despite the dedicated efforts of first responders, one individual tragically lost their life in the incident. The other individual was taken to Carolina East Medical Center and transferred to UNC Chapel Hill to receive medical treatment for their injuries sustained.
Kinston man charged with DWI and child abuse after traffic stop
On January 11, 2025, at approximately 7:59 PM, officers from B-Squad initiated a traffic stop on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard for an insurance violation and failure to maintain lane control. During the stop, officers made contact with the driver, Wilson Murphy, 49, of Kinston, and suspected he was impaired.
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Lenoir County
A traffic stop for an expired registration plate for the driver of a vehicle resulted in the arrest of the passenger by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies for multiple drug charges.
Austin Carroll joins Kinston’s Social Media Summit to lead conversation on AI and compliance
On January 31, 2025, Kinston will host the Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025), a groundbreaking event focused on how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the world of social media marketing. Among the esteemed panelists is Austin Carroll, CEO and founder of Warrant, a startup at the forefront of marketing compliance for regulated industries, and an adjunct professor at Duke University.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County 4-H Highlights 2024 Achievements
The Lenoir County 4-H Achievement Night, held on December 3, 2024, was a wonderful celebration of the hard work, dedication, and service of local youth and volunteers involved in the 4-H program.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County: