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On April 16, 2025, members of the Kinston Police Department’s SWAT Team and members of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team executed three simultaneous search warrants at 404, 406, and 411 North Adkin Street, Kinston, N.C. The warrants were a result of a 3-month investigation into the illegal sale of crack cocaine from various individuals who occupied the properties.
In a contest where tweaking can often tell the story, eighth-grade engineering students from Woodington Middle School stuck with the plan Wednesday in defending their title in the annual LCC STEM Challenge.
Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne is launching a special new volunteer series this week in Lenoir County called Team Up With Habitat. This volunteer series offers not only the opportunity to engage with Habitat to help build a new homes, but also for volunteers to engage with each other to build relationships and to begin building a stronger community.
RALEIGH – The N.C. Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is reminding drivers that speeding has life-threatening consequences.
Greene County has been awarded $1,892,976 through the State of North Carolina’s Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) Program to bring high-speed internet to 637 unserved homes and businesses. This important project is part of the County’s continued commitment to making sure every resident, no matter where they live, has access to reliable broadband service.
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to announce that two of its school nutrition professionals have received top honors from the North Carolina School Nutrition Association, marking a rare and outstanding achievement for the district.
The EPIC Center’s annual Walk 4 Life took place this past Saturday at Lenoir Community College. The event was a tremendous success, drawing together community members from across eastern North Carolina in support of life.
Each Christmas season, the Kinston/Lenoir Community Chorus brings the joy and reverence of the holiday to life with a cherished tradition: the performance of Part 1 of George Frideric Handel’s masterpiece, Messiah. Known for its stirring choruses and unforgettable melodies, Part 1 celebrates the prophecy and birth of Jesus Christ, making it a perfect fit for the Christmas season.
The Kinston Police Department’s A Squad and C Squad have continued their investigation into this incident and have identified two additional suspects: Ricky Shadding Jr. (42, of Black Creek, NC) and Meaghan Reason (34, of Morganton, NC).
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
On April 11, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad attempted a traffic stop on Macon Street. The driver of the vehicle refused to stop and fled, initiating a pursuit. The chase ended when the driver crashed into a fence. She then fled on foot into nearby woods, taking an 8-year-old passenger with her.
A La Grange man is in jail without bond after being in possession of a stolen firearm and drugs while on probation.
In a heartwarming and inspirational evening that celebrated the very best of Lenoir County Public Schools, South Lenoir High School’s Tara Carroll was named the 2025-2026 LCPS Teacher of the Year during the district's annual banquet. The announcement capped a night filled with gratitude, celebration, and powerful stories from educators whose dedication continues to shape the future of LCPS students.
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!
Phi Theta Kappa is the official honor society for two-year colleges. Founded in 1918, PTK celebrates academic achievement and fosters personal growth, leadership, and service among community and technical college students. It has more than 4.3 million members.
