The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
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Greene County Commissioner Derek Burress Elected Chairman of State Rehabilitation Council; Maybee to Lead New Legislative Committee
Greene County Commissioner Derek Burress has been elected Chairman of the North Carolina State Rehabilitation Council (SRC), ushering in a new era of leadership for the advisory body responsible for guiding statewide vocational rehabilitation policies and programs.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
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.
La Grange Christmas Parade scheduled for Dec. 14, livestream planned
LA GRANGE — The La Grange Christmas Parade will roll through town on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 3 p.m., with this year’s event livestreamed by Magic Mile Media. BJ Murphy and Aleatha Thrower will host the broadcast, joined by parade organizer Tyrone Morgan and La Grange Mayor Bobby Wooten.
Marginal risk for wintry weather Friday
Potential for wintry weather continues to look marginal for tomorrow, with the greatest risk being across extreme western Pitt and Martin Counties from 4am - 9am Friday morning.
Pink Hill's 65th annual Miss Merry Christmas to be held December 7th
As the Christmas season arrives in Pink Hill, one of the town’s most beloved traditions returns for its 65th year: the Miss Merry Christmas contest. Since 1960, this event has highlighted young women from the community who embody the spirit of service, kindness, and giving back.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Fonda's Attitude About Death
Jane Fonda talked to Michelle Obama on her podcast about how she feels about dying. Jane has been famous for decades and had famous parents also. In the podcast, she spoke matter-of-factly about believing in living fully and accepting that one day this life as it is ends. Her attitude is one of logic.
La Grange Jingle Mingle set for Dec. 7 with concert and tree lighting
LA GRANGE — The fourth annual Jingle Mingle will return to downtown La Grange on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5:30 p.m. in the town park, according to an announcement from the Engage L.A. Facebook page.
LCC student awarded Gail B. Reynolds Scholarship
Lenoir Community College practical nursing student Kadaisia Canady of Dover was recently awarded the Gail B. Reynolds Scholarship
Pink Hill Christmas parade to be livestreamed for 65th year
PINK HILL, N.C. – The Town of Pink Hill will celebrate its 65th Annual Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at 2 p.m., with this year’s festivities also being livestreamed by Magic Mile Media.
Jones County Commissioners keep leadership, celebrate youth cooks and senior program grants
Jones County commissioners opened their December organizational meeting by keeping their current leadership team in place, praising staff, and hearing from some of the county’s youngest chefs before moving through a long list of grants, facility projects and policy decisions.
Kinston City Council approves incentives for new industry, hires lobbying firm as residents press for action on crime, homelessness
The Kinston City Council approved incentives Tuesday night to bring a new industry and 20 jobs to the city, formalized support for the Highway 70 Welcome Center, and voted to hire a high-profile lobbying firm while residents urged leaders to take stronger action on crime, homelessness and government transparency.
UNC Health Lenoir elevates care through robotic innovation
UNC Health Lenoir is proud to announce the arrival of the state-of-the-art da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of surgical care for Kinston, Lenoir County, and the surrounding region.
Kinston Christmas parade to light up downtown with evening celebration
The annual Kinston Christmas Parade will return on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, with an evening lineup scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m. The parade will be livestreamed by Magic Mile Media, with BJ Murphy and Aleatha Thrower hosting from the newly lit Paramount Theater.
Pink Hill sets Dec. 6 for Christmas on the Hill festival
PINK HILL — The Pink Hill Festival Committee will host Christmas on the Hill on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 3 to 7 p.m. in downtown Pink Hill, featuring seasonal attractions, live entertainment and family activities.
Coastal low, heavy rain expected tomorrow
Heavy rainfall is expected to accompany this system, especially for immediate coastal locales where some embedded thunderstorms are possible. Up to 2" with locally higher amounts are forecast here, with 1-2" elsewhere.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson, November 26, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Chris Humphrey: November Legislative Update
I hope this message finds you and your family doing well. It’s been a full month here in Raleigh and throughout Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties — and I’m grateful for every opportunity to stay connected with folks across our district. From honoring our veterans to celebrating new investments in public safety, jobs, and education, there’s a lot of good happening in Eastern North Carolina.