A woman out of jail on pretrial release for death by distribution was arrested Thursday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for felony warrants for trafficking opium or heroin, along with new charges for possessing Fentanyl and other narcotics.
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Spirit of Lenoir Christian Music Festival returns to Pearson Park in April
There’s nothing quite like gathering with friends, family, and neighbors for a night of faith-filled music under the stars. The 2nd Annual Spirit of Lenoir Christian Music Festival will be held on Saturday, April 12 at Pearson Park in Kinston, NC with music starting at 4:30 PM.
Lenoir County water utilities to temporarily change disinfectant starting March 17
Beginning March 17, 2025 and continuing until April 21, 2025 the above water utilities in Lenoir County will temporarily change the disinfectant used in the water treatment process. They will be using chlorine rather than chloramines during this five-week period.
LCPS honors top Teacher Assistant and non-instructional Staff Member of the Year
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to announce the recipients of its Teacher Assistant of the Year and Non-Instructional Classified Staff of the Year awards. Selected from a talented pool of nominees across the district, Salisa Cobb and Andre Clark were surprised with the exciting news on Monday, February 24, when a celebration squad visited their schools to share in their moment of recognition.
Lenoir County Deputies Safely Remove Suicidal Man After Hours-Long Standoff
A suicidal man who barricaded himself inside a home near Woodington Middle School was safely removed by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies Thursday night. After more than two hours of negotiations, Special Response Team members entered the residence and found the man barricaded in a bathroom. He was safely removed without injury and transported to a hospital for evaluation. Sheriff Jackie Rogers praised his team for their professionalism in handling the situation.
Kinston Police seek help identifying suspects in counterfeit money case
The Kinston Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the individuals in these photos. They are suspected of using counterfeit money to pay for their meal at Waffle House on March 2, 2025.
Snow Hill Primary awards Terrific Kids
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!
Southern Bank named Forbes’ Best Bank in America
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C., February 21, 2025 — Forbes has named Southern Bank the Best Bank in America. The 16th annual America’s Best Banks list assesses 200 publicly traded banks, and this year the top spot went to Southern Bank, which has more than 60 branches across North Carolina and Virginia and $5 billion in assets.
EPIC Center’s Walk 4 Life & 5K April 12: Register early for a free tee!
The EPIC Center’s Walk 4 Life & 5K is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, at Lenoir Community College in Kinston, NC, and March 20 is the deadline to get a free tee shirt with registration.
Traffic stop leads to DWI arrest
On March 4, 2025, at 2:16 PM, officers from Kinston Police Department's D-Squad conducted a traffic stop on NC 11. The driver, 71-year-old Tyrone Moore of Ayden, NC, was suspected of driving while impaired. After an investigation, officers arrested Moore and charged him with:
Tornado Watch issued for Lenoir, Greene, and Jones Wednesday
A strong cold front is expected to move through eastern North Carolina this afternoon and evening, bringing the potential for damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and hazardous marine conditions.
Rotary Club of Kinston accepting applications for 2025 Community Service Grant Program
The Rotary Club of Kinston is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for our Community Service Grant Program for 2025.
Lenoir County students dominate Regional Science Fair
Lenoir County Public Schools (LCPS) students showcased their scientific prowess at the Regional Science and Engineering Fair held on Feb. 15 at East Carolina University, winning over 50% of the awards. The school board recognized the students at its March 3rd board meeting.
Traffic stop leads to gun and drug charges
On March 4, 2025, at approximately 12:30 AM, officers from KPD’s B-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Riverview Lane. Upon approaching the driver, officers observed narcotic violations. A subsequent search led to the recovery of an illegally concealed firearm.
KPD investigating shooting on Airport Road
On March 3, 2025, KPD’s D-Squad responded to a report of a gunshot wound in the 300 block of Airport Road. Officers arrived on the scene and located a 23-year-old victim suffering from a single gunshot wound to the leg.
Severe weather expected Wednesday across eastern North Carolina
The National Weather Service (NWS) is warning of strong storms and hazardous conditions as a cold front moves through Eastern North Carolina on Wednesday.
Kinston man charged with breaking into home of deceased resident
A man was arrested on felony charges Saturday after breaking into a person’s house who had recently passed away.
The Pirate Pulse Launches as ECU's Newest Independent Sports Media Platform
GREENVILLE – East Carolina University sports fans now have a new home for dynamic, in-depth coverage with the launch of The Pirate Pulse, an independent digital sports media platform dedicated exclusively to ECU athletics. "There's no shortage of ECU sports coverage, but what's missing is a platform built specifically for the modern fan—one that delivers instant updates, in-depth analysis, and behind-the-scenes access in a way that's fast, engaging, and interactive," said BJ Murphy, a 2002 Business Administration graduate from ECU and CEO of Magic Mile Media.
Kinston fire crews respond to early morning residential fire
At 12:20 am, Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue was dispatched to the area of Stroud Avenue and Stadium Drive for a reported structure fire. Crews arrived on scene to a working fire from a single-story wood frame residential structure. All occupants were out of the structure
Greene County School Board Vice Chairman selected as special guest for Presidential Address
U.S. Rep. Don Davis has selected Brandon Johnson, vice chairman of the Greene County Board of Education, as his special guest for the President’s Address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday.