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Greene County Commissioners meeting: Community events, infrastructure, and broadband clarification
On Monday, May 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM, the Greene County Board of Commissioners convened at the Greene County Operations Center in Snow Hill, North Carolina, to address community initiatives, infrastructure projects, and a public correction regarding broadband services.
North Carolina Music Hall Of Fame announces 2025 inductees, including Kinston native Clyde Mattocks
This fall, the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame will pay homage to six North Carolinians with their induction into its prestigious Hall of Fame. The 2025 induction ceremony, presented by Visit Mooresville, will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The public is invited to attend the event as the inductees are honored.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
National Treatment Court Month-Let’s celebrate breaking the cycle!
Treatment courts break the cycle of crime and addiction, reunite families, make our communities safer, and to do so at far less cost than jail or prison. That’s why the 9th Judicial District Accountability and Recovery Courts are celebrating the month of May as National Treatment Court Month!
Lenoir County man arrested, found in Possession of Methamphetamine
At approximately 12:51 AM on May 12, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on W Vernon Avenue near Greenbriar Road for a motor vehicle violation. During the stop, officers identified the driver as Ricky Moody, 50, of Lenoir County, who had an outstanding Order for Arrest.
KPD Assists in Arrest Leading to Heroin Trafficking Charges
On May 10, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to a request from the Beaufort Police Department to check the area of Walmart for a vehicle linked to an unauthorized use investigation.
Snow Hill Police Chief blindsided by town’s talks to dissolve police department
SNOW HILL — The Town of Snow Hill is facing growing scrutiny after it was revealed that town officials have been in talks with Greene County leaders to potentially dissolve the Snow Hill Police Department — a development that caught the department’s own chief by surprise and has prompted public outcry.
Brandy Burd honored with UNC Health Lenoir’s 2025 Faye Sugg Award
UNC Health Lenoir recognized Brandy Burd with the prestigious Faye Sugg Award.
Lenoir County births
The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid Awards
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!
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir Community College Celebrates 63rd Commencement
Lenoir Community College celebrated its 63rd Annual Commencement Ceremony on May 8, recognizing the achievements of 370 graduates whose ages ranged from 17 to 73. Family members, faculty, and community leaders gathered at the LCC Gymnasium to honor the Class of 2025, whose determination and resilience reflect the college’s mission to transform lives through education.
Charley Jones presented with the NC Governor's Volunteer award
TRENTON - In front of a capacity crowd at this past Monday night's Jones County Commissioners meeting, Mr. Charley Jones was presented with the 2025 NC Governors Volunteer Service Award in recognition of his commitment to Jones County and his service as the Grants Chair of the Jones County Community Foundation and his service as the President of the Jones County Historical Society.
Vehicle Crash Leads to DWI Arrest
On May 9, 2025, at approximately 1:04 a.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad responded to a reported vehicle crash in the 600 block of Marcella Drive.
Disturbance call leads to drug arrest at local hotel
On May 8, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department's B-Squad responded to a reported disturbance at the Quality Inn located at 200 W. New Bern Road in Kinston.
Volunteer firefighters plead to maintain current tax rates during county budget session
A passionate public turnout dominated Monday’s Lenoir County budget work session, as volunteer firefighters and community members took the podium to urge commissioners to reconsider proposed reductions in fire tax rates amid rising costs and property revaluations.
Impaired driver charged after smashing Into Piggly Wiggly with kids in the SUV
A woman who crashed into the front of a Piggly Wiggly was stopped by Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers and taken into custody late Thursday afternoon.
Health Sciences Department 2025 Pinning Ceremony
Lenoir Community College Health Sciences Department recently held its Class of 2025 Pinning Ceremony for Polysomnography, Radiography, Surgical Technology, and Associate Degree Nursing graduates.
Lenoir County grapples with fire tax rates post-revaluation
Recent property revaluations in Lenoir County, a process mandated by the State at least once every eight years to ensure assessed values reflect true market value, have triggered discussions and disagreements over fire district tax rates.