The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
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Kinston Police arrest driver for DWI and Hit & Run
On March 9, 2025, at approximately 4:36 p.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to a motor vehicle crash in the parking lot of the Piggly Wiggly on North Herritage Street. Before officers arrived, they were informed that one of the drivers had left the scene.
Kinston Police arrest impaired driver with concealed firearm
On March 8, 2025, at approximately 1:10 a.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Highway 258 South after a vehicle nearly struck an officer’s patrol car.
Snow Hill man arrested in stolen vehicle case
On March 7, 2025, at approximately 12:57 a.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad conducted a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle. The vehicle had been reported stolen to KPD on July 17, 2024.
Two arrested in Lenoir County proactive enforcement operation
A proactive enforcement operation in Lenoir County that included the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office SCARR (Street Crimes and Ready Response) unit, along with the LCSO’s Narcotics and General Investigations Division (GID), resulted in the arrest of two people on Thursday.
Mike Parker: Karate Madness! offers magical competition
The magic takes place at the Little Union Academy of Martial Arts – but the competition will take place in the gym at Kinston High School from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 22.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
Rep. Chris Humphrey: The HWY 58 Connector
I hope you and your family are doing well. We've had a productive month in Raleigh — filled with constituent meetings, legislative research, bill drafting, and votes on several key priorities.
Golden LEAF grant to boost Lenoir County industrial growth
Lenoir County has been selected for the Golden LEAF SITE Program’s Identification phase, securing funding for an industrial site study. A third-party consultant will assess potential development sites across the county, positioning the region for future business expansion.
$1.9M grant strengthens Global TransPark infrastructure
Lenoir County and the North Carolina Global TransPark have secured a $1.9 million Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) grant to upgrade sewer infrastructure at the TransPark. Announced by Governor Josh Stein, the funding will support the U.S. Navy’s new Fleet Readiness Center.
Greene County Middle School hosts Black History Month celebration with Rep. Don Davis
Snow Hill - On Friday, February 28, Greene County Middle School presented a celebration of Black History featuring Rep. Don Davis (D-NC 1) as a guest speaker for the event. The event was a culmination of events from throughout the month leading up to the “Old Skool vs. New Skool” program that was presented.
FRC East C130 MRO Complex construction ramps up
Construction of the FRC East C130 MRO Complex at the Global TransPark is accelerating.
Lenoir Community College to host annual job fair on March 12
Lenoir Community College, in partnership with NCWorks and the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce, will host its annual Job Fair on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the LCC Student Center.
Interstate 587 Business Park offers prime distribution hub in Greene County
Greene County’s Interstate 587 Business Park is positioning itself as a top-tier destination for distribution and logistics operations in Eastern North Carolina. Strategically located just two minutes from I-587, the park offers expedited access to key transportation routes, placing businesses within:
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Brenda Hernandez-Flores: Balancing education, career, and campus involvement
Juggling a full-time job, college coursework, and extracurricular involvement is no easy task, but Brenda Hernandez-Flores has found a way to make it work. As she prepares to graduate with her second degree from Lenoir Community College, she has proven that with determination, time management, and a willingness to stay involved, students can take on big goals without having to sacrifice personal or professional growth.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
You don’t have to be Irish to get in on all of the fun celebrating St. Patrick’s day. The holiday is celebrated on March 17th and began in Ireland as the feast of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, the date is the anniversary of St Patrick’s death in 461. Irish immigrants brought the holiday to the United States and Americans were introduced to the traditions of celebrating.
LCC Aviation Center Moves to Next Construction Phase
The Lenoir Community College Senator Jim Perry Aviation Center for Excellence (ACE) is progressing steadily at the Global TransPark. Site work, utility relocation, and ground stabilization are complete, with foundation slabs now poured.
Global TransPark Fuel Farm nears completion
By the end of 2024, major progress had been made on the new fuel farm at the North Carolina Global TransPark. Contractors completed tank coatings, pipe fabrication, and line connections. With tank crews demobilized, final grading, concrete, and asphalt work are underway. The project is expected to wrap up in early 2025.
Snow Hill man sentenced to over four years for role in $1 million COVID fraud scheme
A Snow Hill man was sentenced to 50 months in prison for Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud related to Covid-19 loans. In March of 2024, TYREEK RASHEED EXUM, 26, was charged in a multi-count indictment alleging various offenses related to a Covid fraud scheme.