Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers is excited to share an announcement from the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office regarding two upcoming sessions of Camp LENOIR (Leading Educated Noble-minded Optimistic Impressive Respected youth) this summer.
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Event: Gaylon Pope and Sweet Water in concert
Gaylon Pope and Sweet Water in concert on Sunday, May 4 @ 10:30 a.m. The Way Church, 1205 Lynn Drive, Kinston, NC. Covered dish lunch to follow the concert.
Lenoir county man arrested for stealing copper from air conditioning units
A Lenoir County man was arrested earlier today by investigators with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for breaking into a Deep Run residence in March and stealing copper from an air conditioning unit.
Child abuse is everyone's business
A Multi-Agency Taskforce put together an awareness program, held at the Lenoir County Courthouse Atrium to spread the word about Child abuse and Maltreatment locally and statewide. Their goal it to continue sharing information until no child is abused or neglected in this community.
eCourts is now live in 11 more eastern counties, including Greene and Lenoir
RALEIGH — eCourts is officially live in 11 additional counties today, April 28, 2025: Bertie, Edgecombe, Greene, Halifax, Hertford, Lenoir, Nash, Northampton, Pitt, Wayne, and Wilson counties. This includes eFiling, Portal, and Enterprise Justice (Odyssey). eCourts is now available across 73 counties from the mountains to the coast with electronic filing and online search for court records, and will provide electronic access to justice for nearly 8.5 million North Carolinians.
Trespassing call leads to assault on officers
On April 26, 2025, at approximately 7:13 p.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a 911 call regarding a trespassing incident at an apartment in the Simon Bright community. The caller reported that an individual was trespassing and "causing problems," and provided officers with the subject’s name and clothing description.
Breaking and entering response leads to firearm arrest
On April 25, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to a report of a possible breaking and entering in the 700 block of Marilyn Drive. Upon arrival, officers observed 24-year-old Jakeithan Gowans placing a window screen back onto a window.
Lenoir Community College to Lead Reentry Efforts in Lenoir, Greene, and Jones Counties
Lenoir Community College has been awarded a contract by the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction to serve as the lead agency for the Reentry Council of Lenoir, Greene, and Jones Counties. As the official Intermediary Agency, LCC will provide administrative support and coordination for the Council’s efforts to help individuals successfully transition from incarceration back into their communities.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were filed with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
For foreign exchange students at South Lenoir, English just one of many lessons learned
Two admittedly shy teenagers – one young woman from France and one from Germany – took a leap of faith and landed in Lenoir County last August as foreign exchange students at South Lenoir High School. Their courage has been rewarded with new friends, new experiences and a new perspective on the wider world.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
UNC Health Lenoir Honors Dedicated Volunteers During National Volunteer Week
In celebration of National Volunteer Week (April 20–26, 2025), UNC Health Lenoir proudly recognizes and celebrates the extraordinary individuals who selflessly give their time and energy to support our patients, staff, and the entire hospital community.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 26, 2025
The Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 26, 2025. The Farmer's Market will be open on Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Moss Hill Elementary’s student Tech Team leads the way in digital learning
In an age where technology is woven into almost every aspect of education, it’s crucial for students to not only use it, but to understand it. With nearly every school in Lenoir County Public Schools recognized as an Apple Distinguished School, digital fluency is more important than ever.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: The Hwy 58 Connector
Eastern North Carolina continues to move forward — and I’m proud to be working every day to make sure that progress reaches every family, student, and small business in our region.
Woman arrested for providing marijuana to children
On April 23, 2025, the Kinston Police Department’s Violent Crimes Apprehension Team (VCAT), in collaboration with officers from KPD’s B-Squad, arrested Stephanie Stallings (46) following an investigation into allegations that she provided marijuana to two young children, ages 5 and 6.
Grounded and Baked expands with third location in Mount Olive
From humble beginnings in La Grange, Grounded and Baked is quickly becoming a local staple across eastern North Carolina. Co-owners Brad Mitchell and Jennifer Bland are preparing to open their third location in Mount Olive, with a grand opening slated for May 30.
Suspect in Highland Avenue assault and shooting incident apprehended
The Kinston Police Department would like to inform the public that 18-year-old Jai’quez Bond was taken into custody early this morning by the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office.
Kinston man arrested on Multiple Cocaine Trafficking Charges
A Kinston man was arrested Monday on multiple drug charges by the narcotics unit of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.