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Lenoir County marriages
The following marriage licenses were issued in Lenoir County:
Kinston names new deputy fire chief and fire marshal
“With a decade of dedicated service to the department and a wealth of institutional knowledge, Deputy Chief Lee is a clear choice for this position,” Fire Chief Jackson said. “His energy and passion for the work will be invaluable as he steps into this new leadership role.”
KPD: Narcotics Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests in Lenoir County
On August 20, 2025, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, SCARR Unit, and North Carolina Probation/Parole conducted an investigation at a residence on Lang Skinner Road in La Grange. The effort stemmed from an ongoing narcotics case and included serving an arrest warrant on Jennifer Grady, 38, of Lenoir County.
City of Kinston wins $90,000 judgment in contract dispute with Social Beverage Company
The City of Kinston has won a $90,000 judgment in its long-running contract dispute with Social Beverage Company, the operator of Social House Vodka.
Mike Parker: School buses are rolling: Please be alert and obey the law
The typical school bus is around 40-feet long and weighs in the neighborhood of 30,000 pounds – without passengers. Buses are huge and can be unwieldy. The last thing any school bus driver needs is distractions of any kind.
Lenoir County births
The following birth certificates were issued in Lenoir County:
LCC: Summer Semester 2025 President's List and Dean's List
The following students have been named to the President’s and Dean’s List at Lenoir Community College for Summer Semester 2025.
Local Health Science Teacher Leads Students on Educational Journey Through Europe
From July 22 to July 31,2025, a local high school Health Science teacher at Jones Senior High School, Mrs. Suddona Murrell, RN embarked on an unforgettable adventure with eight students and four adults, traveling abroad with EF Tours. The group explored three of Europe’s most iconic destinations—London, England; Paris, France; and Barcelona, Spain.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Lenoir County Resident
The Lenoir County Health Department received notice of a case of West Nile Virus in a resident that had been exposed to mosquito bites. West Nile Virus is commonly spread through a bite from an infected mosquito. “Since we have identified a case in a Lenoir County resident, we are concerned that more mosquitos in the county are carrying this virus,” Pamela Brown, Health Director.
Quarter Note Studio helps local artists find their sound
For more than three decades, Prentice Tyndall has been perfecting the art of recording. What began as a college project has grown into Quarter Note Studio, a private recording space in Kinston designed to help independent musicians take their music to the next level.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for August 23, 2025
The Lenoir County Farmers Market, located at 100 N. Herritage Street, will be open Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Kinston Police Department: Shooting Investigation – Arrest Made
On Monday, August 11, 2025, at approximately 1:29 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to a report of shots fired in the 2200 block of Briarfield Road. Upon arrival, officers canvassed the area and located a residence that had been struck six times by gunfire. The home was occupied at the time; fortunately, no injuries were reported.
City of Kinston and Kinston Police Department outline social media comment policies
The City of Kinston and the Kinston Police Department have both adopted moderated social media policies that set boundaries for public comments on official posts.
Mayor Hardy announces $6M plan for Herritage Street improvements
Kinston Mayor Don Hardy has announced more than $6 million in planned improvements for Herritage Street. The project will begin with $3.2 million in utility upgrades before moving to a phased resurfacing effort.
Airport Road bridge closure in Kinston extended through November
A bridge replacement project that closed Airport Road (SR-1578) over Briery Run in June will now last through mid-November, according to the N.C. Department of Transportation.
Paramount Theater marquee letters restored in downtown Kinston
The Paramount Theater marquee once again bears its name after more than two decades, marking a new milestone in the building’s ongoing restoration.
Former Kinston officer arrested in SBI larceny investigation
On Wednesday, June 04, 2025, the Lenoir County District Attorney’s Office requested the assistance of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) to investigate the suspected larceny of money from a citizen by a Kinston Police Department officer during a vehicle accident that occurred in May of 2024.
Kinston Police Department: A message from the Chief of Police
A message from the Chief of Police:
"It is with deep concern and disappointment that I confirm a former officer of the Kinston Police Department has been arrested by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation in connection with an alleged theft. This matter is now under active investigation by the SBI, and we are fully cooperating with their efforts.