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"Abou Ben Adhem" is a poem by James Henry Leigh Hunt. It describes a man awakened during the night by the light of an angel in his room writing on a tablet. Abou asked the vision what he's writing and he answers that he's writing down the names of those who love the Lord. When he learns he is not one of the names being written down, he asks to be recorded, then, as one who loves his fellow man. The next night, the angel returns and lo, Abou Ben Adhem's name is at the top of the list.
On December 16, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to reports of illegal dumping near the intersection of Jay Street and Lincoln Street. Officers coordinated with the City of Kinston Public Services Department to remove a large quantity of discarded trash and debris from the area. At that time, no suspect information or investigative leads were available, and the case was temporarily closed.
On December 30, 2025, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office D Shift deputies and Detectives located a vehicle in the Lowe’s parking lot that had been reported stolen and entered into NCIC by the Wilmington Police Department.
January through December brought a wide range of headlines, including high-profile criminal cases, contentious political battles, major development projects, and deeply personal community stories. Readers closely followed election challenges, public safety investigations, school system updates, and decisions with long-term impacts on local taxpayers. Together, these monthly top stories offer a snapshot of a year defined by change, accountability, and an ongoing demand for transparency in Eastern North Carolina.
The Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Farm Bureau Federation was held December 7th – 9th at the Sheraton Four Seasons and Joseph S. Koury Convention Center in Greensboro, NC. Congratulations to Lenoir County Farm Bureau President Alton Roberson (not pictured), represented by Vice President Jerry Tyndall who was recognized among his peers at the Presidents’ and Agents’ Luncheon.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the state of North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Brenda Kay Mills, age 19.
A Lenoir County man was arrested Monday following a three-month investigation conducted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division.
January through December brought a wide range of headlines, including high-profile criminal cases, contentious political battles, major development projects, and deeply personal community stories. Readers closely followed election challenges, public safety investigations, school system updates, and decisions with long-term impacts on local taxpayers. Together, these monthly top stories offer a snapshot of a year defined by change, accountability, and an ongoing demand for transparency in Eastern North Carolina.
UNC Health Lenoir has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Outpatient Experience by the Women’s Choice Award®, placing it among the top hospitals in the country for the care patients receive outside of an overnight stay.
The UPS facility in Kinston will permanently close on Jan. 12, according to Teamsters Local 391.
January through December brought a wide range of headlines, including high-profile criminal cases, contentious political battles, major development projects, and deeply personal community stories. Readers closely followed election challenges, public safety investigations, school system updates, and decisions with long-term impacts on local taxpayers. Together, these monthly top stories offer a snapshot of a year defined by change, accountability, and an ongoing demand for transparency in Eastern North Carolina.
On December 21, 2025, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office D Shift deputies responded to the area of Tower Hill Road and Dunn Family Road after a male subject requested assistance, reporting he was being chased.
On December 24, 2025, D-Shift patrol units with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office attempted a traffic stop on a gray Dodge Charger at the intersection of East Washington Street and U.S. 70 in La Grange. The vehicle failed to stop and fled at a high rate of speed, leading deputies on a brief pursuit within the town limits.
During the holiday week, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team (CRT) and Street Crimes and Rapid Response (SCARR) team were actively involved in multiple enforcement actions, demonstrating the department’s proactive approach to public safety.
January through December brought a wide range of headlines, including high-profile criminal cases, contentious political battles, major development projects, and deeply personal community stories. Readers closely followed election challenges, public safety investigations, school system updates, and decisions with long-term impacts on local taxpayers. Together, these monthly top stories offer a snapshot of a year defined by change, accountability, and an ongoing demand for transparency in Eastern North Carolina.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
On December 2, 2025, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office D-Shift deputies responded to 1101 W. New Bern Road (Fuel Warehouse) in reference to a report of lost money.
January through December brought a wide range of headlines, including high-profile criminal cases, contentious political battles, major development projects, and deeply personal community stories. Readers closely followed election challenges, public safety investigations, school system updates, and decisions with long-term impacts on local taxpayers. Together, these monthly top stories offer a snapshot of a year defined by change, accountability, and an ongoing demand for transparency in Eastern North Carolina.
January through December brought a wide range of headlines, including high-profile criminal cases, contentious political battles, major development projects, and deeply personal community stories. Readers closely followed election challenges, public safety investigations, school system updates, and decisions with long-term impacts on local taxpayers. Together, these monthly top stories offer a snapshot of a year defined by change, accountability, and an ongoing demand for transparency in Eastern North Carolina.
