On May 18, 2025, at approximately 5:41 PM, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to a 911 call regarding a report of indecency at the Circle K located at 509 E. New Bern Road.
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Traffic stop leads to drug and firearm arrests
On May 17, 2025, at approximately 5:20 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Cunningham Road for motor vehicle violations. During the stop, officers observed indicators of narcotics activity inside the vehicle.
Luke Bryan Achieves Spring 2025 Dean's List at Belmont University
NASHVILLE, TN (05/15/2025)-- Belmont University recently released the Dean's List for the spring 2025 semester. Approximately 47% of the University's 6,912 undergraduate students qualified for the spring 2025 Dean's List, including Luke Bryan (La Grange).
SNHU Announces Spring 2025 Dean's List
MANCHESTER, NH (05/13/2025)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2025 Dean's List. The spring terms run from January to May.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Friends of the Library Conduct Love Your Library! Raffle
The Kinston-Lenoir County Friends of the Library are conducting a Love Your Library! Fundraising raffle to support programming at the Kinston-Lenoir County, La Grange, and Pink Hill Public Libraries. For a donation of $50, all participants will be entered into a one-time virtual drawing for $1,000 to be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Assorted door prizes will also be awarded to participants.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Beta Sigma Phi chapters in Kinston celebrates Founder’s Day
Beta Sigma Phi chapters in Kinston celebrated Founder’s Day at Kinston Country Club on April 30.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
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 land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Blueberries are still Superstars!!
Blueberries, the second most popular berry, (second only to the very famous strawberry), is equally popular for being nutrient dense, meaning they have a notable amount of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium. Blueberries are also low in saturated fat and contain plant compounds know to aid in fighting chronic disease.
Kinston High School honors excellence at 48th annual Academic Banquet
Kinston High School celebrated 102 top academic achievers during the 48th annual Academic Banquet, a longstanding tradition that highlights the dedication and excellence of the school’s brightest students.
SNHU Announces Spring 2025 President's List
MANCHESTER, NH (05/13/2025)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2025 President's List. The spring terms run from January to May.
Pink Hill Commissioner Pete Fantini resigns, relocates to coast
PINK HILL — Pete Fantini, commissioner for the Town of Pink Hill, has resigned from his position effective Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
Meet me: Lilli Daughety
There’s something simple yet powerful about a smile. In a world that can feel overwhelming, a smile can be a beacon of light. I’ve always believed in its ability to connect with others and brighten someone’s day. After all, you’re never fully dressed without a smile.
Kinston man arrested for failing to report new address
A registered sex offender who failed to let officials know he had changed addresses was arrested Wednesday by the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office and turned over to the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes and Rapid Response (SCARR) unit.
Kinston man behind bars after arrest for trafficking narcotics
A Kinston man is behind bars after being arrested for trafficking narcotics.
BJ Murphy: Making Cents of Local Governments' Fiscal Responsibility
Over the past few days, Lenoir and Greene Counties have witnessed a series of public discussions around fire tax rates, property taxes, and even the possible dissolution of a police department. As someone who enjoys civic discourse, I’ve appreciated the mostly respectful and thoughtful tone of these conversations.
As scholar, athlete and leader, North Lenoir senior has made LCPS experience count
In a school district that aspires to give its students a full range of academic, athletic and leadership opportunities, graduating senior Eagan Ballard has aspired to squeeze the last measure of value out of her LCPS experience.