Join us for the Walk 4 Life on April 12 at Lenoir Community College! This fun, family-friendly event supports local women and families by providing essential resources like parenting education, pregnancy support, and baby supplies.
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North Lenoir senior Melissa Espino builds a foundation for success
Like most members of the Class of 2025, Melissa Espino set her sights on college and, at the same time, worried about how to pay for those four years. Consider the goal met and the problem solved for the North Lenoir High School senior.
The annual Stride to Fight Diabetes Walk-A-Thon is set to return for its seventh year, bringing the community together to raise awareness and funds for diabetes care and education. Organized by the Kinston Host Lions Club, the event will take place on March 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Kinston Community Center.
Lenoir County partners economic development efforts into new public-private partnership
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners recently voted to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Lenoir County Committee of 100 and Lenoir County Government to partner economic development into one public-private partnership formally called the Lenoir County Development Alliance, which will be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Early morning fire engulfs Kinston home; no injuries reported
At 2:10 a.m. today, a fire was reported at 2671 Brookwood Rd., Kinston. North Lenoir Fire and Rescue, along with the La Grange Volunteer Fire Department, Hugo Volunteer Fire Department, and the Kinston Department of Fire and Rescue, were dispatched to the scene.
La Grange man released from prison immediately arrested for meth trafficking in Lenoir County
A La Grange man was released from Sanford Correctional Center on Saturday and was then immediately arrested by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for trafficking methamphetamine.
La Grange man out on pretrial release for murder arrested after fleeing checkpoint, found with stolen firearm
A La Grange man out of jail on pretrial release for murder was arrested by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Friday after trying to evade a driver’s license checkpoint and being found with a stolen firearm.
Lenoir County man arrested for failing to report address as registered sex offender
A registered sex offender who failed to notify officials of his change of address was arrested today by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.
Kinston police seek suspect in Airport Road shooting
The Kinston Police Department’s (KPD) Investigations Division has obtained warrants for Jamarion Tylee Gray (21, of Kinston) in connection with a shooting that occurred on March 3, 2025, on the 300 block of Airport Road.
Mike Parker: Grifton Lions ready to roar for First Responders
Back in September of 2024, I wrote a column about the Grifton Lions Club planning an appreciation day for first responders. That day is quickly approaching. In fact, the “First Responders Appreciation Day” will kick off at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, at the Grifton Train Depot.
New Initiative Brings Dental Services to Head Start Centers Across the Carolinas
CHARLOTTE, NC (March 11, 2025) – An initiative recognized for bringing oral health clinics to public schools across the Carolinas is expanding to include dozens of Head Start centers and other early childhood centers.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
East Carolina University, located in Greenville, traces its origins to the East Carolina Teachers Training School, which came into existence amid substantial controversy in 1907. After competing with seven other localities, Greenville was chosen as the site for the campus, largely because of Pitt County's offer of 243 acres and $100,000 for a new facility.
Senator Brent Jackson: March updates
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help Wanted: Social Worker II
As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Department of Social Services is seeking candidates for a Social Worker II – Work First Employment Services.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Favorite Mardi Gras Recipes
Who needs a trip to Louisiana to enjoy the food and flavors of Mardi Gras? Much like the Mardi Gras celebrations the foods are full of spirit and the bold flavors of Cajun and Creole.
Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.: Updates from Washington, D.C. and eastern North Carolina
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Registered sex offender behind bars after failing to update change of address
A registered sex offender is behind bars after failing to notify officials he had changed addresses.