A month-long narcotics investigation conducted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in the arrest of a 35-year-old Lenoir County man on multiple felony drug distribution charges.
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Neuse Regional Libraries Launches ENC Oral History Project to Preserve Eastern North Carolina’s Stories
Neuse Regional Libraries is proud to announce The ENC Oral History Project, a growing collection of recordings dedicated to preserving the history and community identity of Eastern North Carolina.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
State's ban on open burning lifted for Lenoir, Greene & Jones Counties
RALEIGH – The N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for 81 counties effective 8 a.m. Sunday, May 3. The statewide ban on open burning went into effect March 28 due to hazardous forest fire conditions, and the ban remains in effect for 19 counties across the state.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Offer your advice
If you put 6 people around a table and assign a discussion topic, how many differing responses and opinions might arise? One of my in-laws sent me a link to a radio podcast he participates in sponsored by Ray-Mart in Kinston. It proved to carry a lively and sometimes surprising exchange.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County National Day of Prayer set for May 7
Lenoir County National Day of Prayer will be held at noon Thursday, May 7, at Pearson Park, 210 W. Gordon St., Kinston.
Kinston presents keys to the city during BBQ Fest on the Neuse
City leaders used the 45th annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse as the backdrop to recognize local student-athletes, presenting keys to the city to the Kinston High School football and basketball teams.
45th annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse draws teams, crowns winners in Kinston
The 45th annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse returned to downtown Kinston with competition, crowds and a full slate of cook teams competing in the Hog Happenin’ cook-off.
Greene County Commissioners Approve ECC Withdrawal and Opioid Settlement Participation; Oppose Property Tax Reform Measure
The Greene County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM at the Greene County Operations Center in Snow Hill.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation
Since April 27, 2026, KPD detectives have conducted an extensive investigation that included reviewing surveillance footage, executing forensic search warrants, and interviewing multiple witnesses. Through this work, investigators identified 18-year-old Carmello Tavion Banks of Greenville, North Carolina, as the suspect in the murder of Charles Wade Jr.
Convicted Felon Arrested on Firearm and Narcotics Charges Following Traffic Stop
A Lenoir County man is facing firearm and narcotics-related charges following a proactive patrol operation conducted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit.
FRCE delivers first metal 3D printed parts to fleet
Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) is marking a new era of aircraft sustainment with the delivery of its first flight-certified metal additive manufactured parts to the fleet, significantly improving aircraft downtime and flight line readiness.
Proposed 76-lot residential subdivision planned near Banks Elementary School
A proposed residential subdivision near Banks Elementary School would bring 76 single-family lots to a 46.83-acre tract in the Falling Creek area, according to a preliminary plat provided by Lenoir County staff.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Conducts Drug Investigation in La Grange; Methamphetamine Seized
On Monday, April 27, 2026, deputies with B-Shift of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to complaints of suspected drug activity in the residential area of JC’s Village Road in La Grange.
Matt Lococo: From a Teacher’s Perspective
Across North Carolina, and especially in small rural districts, teachers and school leaders are facing a level of uncertainty and strain that is becoming unsustainable.
Fentanyl Investigation Leads to Arrest
On April 29, 2026, at approximately 1:32 p.m., the Kinston Police Department’s VCAT Unit concluded an investigation into the possession and sale of fentanyl involving 33-year-old Dashawn Dail.
BBQ Fest on the Neuse returns to downtown Kinston May 1-2
BBQ Fest on the Neuse will return to downtown Kinston May 1-2, bringing barbecue, live music, vendors, carnival rides, family activities and the Hog Happenin’ BBQ Cook-off back to the city’s downtown district.
BMX stunt shows to bring new energy to Kinston BBQ Fest
A new attraction is set to roll into Kinston BBQ Fest this weekend as smART Kinston Foundation’s The Line Action Sports Park hosts multiple BMX stunt shows during the annual event, bringing professional-level riders and a new action sports showcase to downtown Kinston.