Due to the inclement weather system heading our way, Mayor Moore has issued a new Declaration of a State of Emergency, which includes a curfew.
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NWS: Eastern NC under Winter Storm Watch, potential for significant accumulating snow
Winter Storm Watches have been issued for eastern NC with the potential for significant accumulating snow.
Songs for a New World
Lenoir Community College Performing Arts invites audiences to experience Songs for a New World, a one-weekend-only production that is both intimate and deeply affecting. Written by Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, this contemporary song cycle features a series of vivid musical vignettes that capture the moments when everything can change—when a choice must be made and a new chapter begins.
NWS: Too early for specifics, chance of snow accumulations continue to increase
While it remains too early for specific snow accumulations, the likelihood of at least moderate to major (significant snow accumulations) impacts continues to increase.
NWS: Potential for moderate impacts from weekend winter storm increasing
We continue to hone in on the potential winter storm this weekend. While it remains too early for specific snow accumulations, the likelihood of at least moderate impacts is growing.
Interim city manager abruptly resigns weeks after appointment
The interim city manager for the City of Kinston resigned Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, according to city officials.
Chamber honors local leaders at annual awards banquet
The Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce recognized five community leaders Tuesday night during its annual awards banquet, held Jan. 27 at the Kinston Country Club.
Lenoir County commissioners honor Roland Best, appoint successor, advance major capital projects
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Jan. 20, to honor the late Commissioner Roland Best Jr., appoint his replacement, and take action on several major county initiatives, including park development, investment strategy, and long-term capital projects.
KPD Arrests Kinston Woman for DWI Following Crash on Airport Road
On January 26, 2026, at approximately 9:51 a.m., Kinston Police Department A-Squad responded to the 600 block of Airport Road in reference to a motor vehicle collision.
Josie Phelps Named to Dean's List at University of Maryland Global Campus
Josie Phelps of La Grange was named to the Dean's List for the fall 2025 term at University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.
NWS: Watching the potential for another weekend storm
While it is WAY too early for too many specifics, the trend continues to increase that we may see at least moderate impacts in our area.
KPD Arrests Suspect in Arson Investigation at Carver Courts
On January 22, 2026, at approximately 8:09 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad were requested to assist the Kinston Fire Department with a vehicle fire in the parking lot of Carver Courts.
LCPS releases second Nine Week Honor Roll/Principal’s List names
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to recognize students who made their schools’ Principal’s List and Honor Roll in the second nine weeks of classes this school year. Congratulations to everyone who has been named!
Mike Parker: Join the Navy and see a world of local history
On February 6-8, the CSS Neuse Foundation will offer a special event for those interested in local history from 1861 through 1865. The CSS Neuse Foundation is responsible for the CSS Neuse II, a full-scale replica of the original CSS Ram Neuse. This ironclad gunboat was outfitted and stationed here in Kinston.
Greene County opens first inclusive playground at recreation complex
SNOW HILL — Greene County officials marked the opening of the county’s first inclusive public playground Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Greene County Recreation Complex.
Lenoir County births
The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Rep. Chris Humphrey: The HWY 58 Connector
I hope you and your family are doing well as we start the new year. It’s been a busy month here in Raleigh and across Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties, and I’ve continued working on the issues I hear about most from folks back home.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: A Kale You Will Love
If you are a little leery of eating kale, thanks to one of our local farmers, I have found your answer to adding Kale to your diet. It’s Lacinato or Dinosaur kale is a dark green leafy vegetable. Dino kale has an earthy, nutty flavor. It doesn't have the same strong bitterness as other varieties of kale, though it is still there. The sweetness helps offset that and makes it more approachable.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County: