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Lenoir County secures $1.9M grant for NC Global TransPark expansion
Governor Josh Stein announced that the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 13 grant requests to local governments totaling $9,627,500. The grants include commitments creating a total of 785 jobs, 414 of which were previously announced. The public investment in these projects will attract more than $165.9 million in public and private investment.
North Lenoir Sophomore Lexy Rouse wins Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant
Congratulations to North Lenoir sophomore Lexy Rouse for winning the 2025 Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant. Established in 1980, the Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant has been a cherished tradition in Kinston, providing young women with opportunities to showcase their talents and earn scholarships for their educational pursuits. The pageant emphasizes personal development, community involvement, and academic achievement.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Jones County chosen for Cypress Creek Renewables’ Scholarship Program
Cypress Creek Renewables (Cypress Creek) is pleased to announce the continuation of its Energizing Tomorrow’s Leaders scholarship program. After awarding $81,000 in scholarships across 21 counties in 2024, the program is being offered to high school seniors in 26 counties this year, including in Jones County, NC
Fire breaks out at E.B. Frink Middle School in La Grange
LA GRANGE – Fire crews responded to a fire at E.B. Frink Middle School Friday night. Officials have not released details on the extent of any damage or the cause of the fire.
Kinston police seek suspect in store break-in
On February 21, 2025, at 02:25 AM., Kinston Police Department officers responded to a breaking and entering at the 2 o'clock store located at 700 Dr MLK JR Boulevard. Surveillance footage captured video footage of the suspect. We are currently attempting to identify the subject in the photos.
Kinston police arrest armed suspect, recover stolen gun
Kinston Police Arrest Armed Suspect, Recover Stolen and Modified Firearm. On February 20, 2025, at approximately 9:39 p.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to a shots fired call in the 1500 block of Stroud Avenue.
Lenoir County man arrested on drug, traffic charges after attempted evasion
A Lenoir County man is behind bars following a traffic stop that led to multiple charges, including possession of drugs.
Xi Beta Upsilon donated canned goods and sweets to Mary's Kitchen
In January, Xi Beta Upsilon donated canned vegetables, cakes, and cookies to Mary's Kitchen. In February, we donated toilet tissue and men's & women's socks to Hope Restorations.
Vivian Howard Brings Theodosia to The Sanderling Resort
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the resort will introduce reimagined interiors by Ward + Gray, a premier event venue, and a new culinary experience from acclaimed North Carolina chef and New York Times best-selling author Vivian Howard. Her latest restaurant, Theodosia, is set to debut in May, adding a distinct flavor to the resort’s offerings.
C-Squad seizes two illegally possessed firearms overnight
Officers conducted a traffic stop on Adkin Street and observed an extended firearm magazine protruding from underneath the driver’s seat. Upon further investigation, officers located a concealed firearm inside the vehicle. A 17-year-old female passenger admitted ownership of the firearm.
Second breaking and entering reported at Dollar General
On February 19, 2025, at 7:32 p.m., Kinston Police Department officers responded to a breaking and entering at the Dollar General on King Street. Surveillance footage captured a black male wearing a black hoodie with “OUT OF YOUR LEAGUE” written on the back forcibly kicking through the door to gain entry, while a black female remained outside.
Kinston man arrested after assaulting deputies, holding family at gunpoint
A convicted felon from Kinston is behind bars without bond tonight after assaulting two Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies while they were attempting to arrest him on nearly a dozen charges, including domestic violence against a pregnant woman and her children.
Kinston Police investigate suspicious activity at Ultimate Body Shop
On February 18, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of suspicious activity at Ultimate Body Shop.
LCPS fourth graders step back in time at CSS Neuse Museum with hands-on learning
Fourth-grade students from Lenoir County Public Schools dove into history this week at the CSS Neuse Museum, where 640 young learners experienced life as it was in the 19th century.
Three arrested in La Grange for breaking and entering, larceny
Three Lenoir County residents were arrested last week on multiple breaking and entering and larceny charges after observant deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office provided proactive patrols in La Grange.
LCSO seeks help identifying suspect in Kinston BMW rim theft
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the community’s assistance with identifying a person and vehicle associated with a larceny at Ultimate Body Shop, 1701 W. New Bern Rd., Kinston.
NWS: Little change to forecast as we prepare for Winter Storm Wednesday, Thursday
No major changes to the forecast this afternoon, but we have slightly increased snow totals across northern NC generally along and north of US 264, and we have slightly increased the area for the highest ice accretion across the coastal plain south of Greenville (and west of US 17).
Governor Stein declares state of emergency, shares updates on winter weather
Governor Stein declared a state of emergency as emergency officials prepare for winter weather to impact the majority of the state. In a briefing this morning, Governor Stein, Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, and Secretary of Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins provided an update on the winter weather that will impact much of the state starting Wednesday and into Thursday.