A formal protest has been filed against Quarla Blackwell, a candidate for an at-large seat on the Kinston City Council, arguing she is ineligible to serve because she is on probation following a felony conviction.
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Greene County receives a permanent replica of the Charters of Freedom at the Greene County Museum
A grand celebration of freedom and patriotism took place in Snow Hill, North Carolina today, as the 74th Charters of Freedom setting nationwide was dedicated in the Greene County Museum Courtyard at 101 Northwest Third Street, Snow Hill, NC.
Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County program scheduled for Saturday
The Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County program proudly presents Rachel Noble, Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County for 2025, and Lilli Daughety, Distinguished Young Woman of Kinston in its annual program which will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, September 20, 2025 in the Performing Arts Center on the campus of Kinston High School.
Two brothers charged in separate homicides on same street
Two brothers have been charged in connection with separate homicides that occurred just days apart on the same block of East Bright Street.
Traffic Stop Leads to Stolen Vehicle Arrest
On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at approximately 5:45 PM, Sheriff Jackie Rogers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and driving erratically on U.S. 70 near the NC 148 overpass. The vehicle was displaying a temporary paper registration plate.
Letter of Intent Now Open for Lenoir/Greene United Way
Lenoir/Greene United Way invites interested nonprofit organizations to submit a letter of intent to request funding for the 2026 application cycle. Applicants must meet the following guidelines to pursue funding
Kinston Native wins Emmy Award
Kinston native, Neha Patel, won an Emmy this week for her work on Netflix's Conan O'Brien: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor which won for outstanding Variety Special.
As ‘souvenirs’ of their trip to the Netherlands, teachers returned with ideas for enhancing lessons
If their students turned the tables and asked what they did this summer, two LCPS teachers could regale them with an account of travel abroad and an all-expense-paid professional development opportunity that opened their eyes to a different culture and another system of classroom instruction.
The Jones County Board of Commissioners met Sept. 8 to review a wide-ranging agenda that included a detailed flood study presentation, a jail meals contract, opioid settlement projects, and updates on county programs.
Lenoir County Remembers – 80th Anniversary of WWII Commemoration Event
The Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum, in partnership with Visit Kinston, proudly announces Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary, a two-day celebration honoring the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of those who served during World War II.
Lenoir school board celebrates student achievements, reviews data and projects
The Lenoir County Board of Education opened its September meeting with a heavy dose of celebration, recognizing dozens of students and staff for academic, journalism and agricultural accomplishments before turning to construction updates, school improvement plans and a review of state testing data.
Plaza post office reopens without retail counter
The Plaza Kinston Post Office said to reopen Tuesday for box access nearly two years after it was damaged by a tornado.
Celebrating Constitution Week: September 17-23
Several local activities will take place on Wednesday, September 17.
Lenoir, Greene and Wayne drivers compete in forklift rodeo
GOLDSBORO, NC - The 2025 North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region Forklift Rodeo, held on Thursday, September 11th, at Wayne Community College, was a huge success. The event brought together forklift drivers from industries across the region, including Greene, Lenoir, and Wayne Counties, to compete for the title of the best forklift driver in the area.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Mike Parker: Revolutionary War began heating up during September 1775
While we usually think of the American Revolutionary War in terms of 1776, several significant military actions took place during 1775. Just a few of these include Lexington and Concord (Massachusetts) in April, the first battle of Fort Ticonderoga (New York) in May, and the Battle of Bunker Hill and Breed’s Hill (Massachusetts) in June.
SNHU Announces Summer 2025 President's List
MANCHESTER, NH (09/09/2025)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Summer 2025 Dean's List. The summer terms run from May to August.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Temporary Lane Closure Scheduled in Lenoir County
A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation will utilize a lane closure next week at the intersection of Airport Road and Academy Heights Road.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson, September 10, 2025
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