Lenoir Community College announces its participation in the UnitedHealthcare Future Leaders in Health Scholarship Program, a new initiative aimed at training the next generation of rural healthcare professionals.
All in Local News
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D.: Updates from eastern North Carolina and Washingon, D.C.
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 here.
Kinston High Students Kickstart Healthcare Careers with State Certification
Seven seniors at Kinston High School are entering the final months of high school with an added credential to their names. This fall, they earned their Certified Nursing Assistant credentials through the Lancer Academy, a career and technical education partnership with Lenoir Community College. In a single semester, the group completed the coursework, clinical hours, and state testing required for certification. All seven passed both the written exam and the hands-on skills test.
Traffic Stop Leads to Narcotics Arrest and Assault Charges
On February 23, 2026, at approximately 11:48 AM, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on South East Street near East King Street for motor vehicle violations. The driver was identified as 71-year-old Curtis Strayhorn of Greensboro, North Carolina. The passenger was identified as 25-year-old Genesis Jones of Lenoir County.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Full Circle Friends
It is simply amazing to me how many old friends have been separated by miles or work but have come back into my life. I even wondered if my family had sent out a message from one of my old address books, but they had not. It is just part of the universe.
Letter to the Editor: Saturday marks the end of early voting for the 2026 Primary Election
This Saturday marks the end of early voting for the 2026 Primary Election.
Community Council for the Arts Presents Silent Thunder Echoes of Greatness
The Community Council for the Arts proudly presents Silent Thunder Echoes of Greatness, an exhibition of quilted portraits and textile works by nationally recognized artist Dr Eugene Poole. The exhibition opens with a public artist talk and reception on Thursday March 6 at the Community Council for the Arts in Kinston.
Trenton man charged with 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor
(TRENTON, NC) In February, 2026 members of the Jones County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force initiated an investigation related to a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). During the investigation, Joshua David Cochran was identified as a suspect.
UNC Health Lenoir Welcomes Dr. Ythan Webster to Orthopedic Team
UNC Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Lenoir is pleased to welcome Dr. Ythan Webster, a highly skilled podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Jeffery J. Swinson of Kinston Earns Degree from University of Maryland Global Campus
ADELPHI, MD (02/20/2026)-- Jeffery J. Swinson of Kinston, earned a(n) Associate of Arts from University of Maryland Global Campus in fall 2025.
Kinston baseball Hall of Fame banquet set for Feb. 27 at King’s Restaurant
Bill Ellis is inviting the public to the Kinston Professional Baseball Sports Hall of Fame banquet set for 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, at King’s Restaurant.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Molly White crowned the 2026 Miss Neuse
The 2026 Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant has crowned this year’s winner, Molly White.
S&S Metal Works Establishes Endowed Scholarship for LCC Welding Students
The Lenoir Community College Foundation has received a generous donation from S&S Metal Works in Snow Hill to establish an endowed scholarship supporting students enrolled in LCC’s welding programs.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
State Superintendent Mo Green Joins Southeast Education Alliance Meeting Hosted by LCPS
Education leaders from across southeastern North Carolina gathered at Lenoir County Public Schools Wednesday for a regional meeting focused on collaboration, innovation and advancing student success.
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce: The Good Stuff - February
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce: The Good Stuff - February
Early College ‘super senior’ wins Academic Excellence Award from LCC
When she was a freshman, Taryn Barnett made a “B” in a math class at Lenoir County Early College High School. While she knew the less-than-best grade wasn’t the end of the world, it did steel her resolve to do better. And that, in a nutshell, is why Taryn, now a few months away from graduation at both Early College and Lenoir Community College, was named by LCC as this year’s winner of the college’s Academic Excellence Award.
Neuse Regional Libraries director Melanie Morgan selected for New Hanover post
Melanie Morgan, who has led Neuse Regional Libraries since November 2018, has been selected as the next director of the New Hanover County Public Library system, according to a New Hanover County announcement posted Thursday, Feb. 19. Morgan is scheduled to begin the new role March 31.