Lenoir Community College’s Health Sciences Department recently celebrated the Class of 2026 during its Pinning Ceremony for Polysomnography, Radiography, Surgical Technology, and Associate Degree Nursing graduates.
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Former Lenoir County elections director Dana King remembered for steady leadership, community service
For more than two decades, Dana Williams King helped guide elections in Lenoir County from behind the scenes, leading the county Board of Elections office through the detailed, often demanding work of voter registration, election preparation and public service.
Lovick’s Cafe celebrates 85 years in downtown Kinston
Lovick’s Cafe is marking 85 years in downtown Kinston, celebrating a family business that began with a $180 loan and has grown into a five-generation local tradition.
Upcoming LCC Graduate Lisa Ball Shows That It Is Never Too Late to Further Your Education
Returning to school can feel overwhelming, especially when life is already full of responsibilities. Upcoming LCC graduate Lisa Ball’s story is an inspiring reminder that it is never too late to invest in yourself and pursue your goals. For anyone who wonders whether they can balance family, work, and college, Lisa shows that with determination and support, it is possible to keep moving forward and create new opportunities.
Lenoir County approves $403,000 Hugo Tower repair plan
Lenoir County commissioners approved two actions Monday tied to a $403,000 repair project for the Hugo Tower, part of the county’s emergency communications system.
Lenoir County moves shell building project into design phase
Lenoir County commissioners voted Monday to move forward with the design phase of a proposed shell building in the Highway 70 Industrial Park, approving a reimbursement resolution and a design services contract with Jackson Builders Inc.
Lenoir County approves city-county demolition program
Lenoir County commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding Monday to create a city-county demolition program aimed at addressing blighted commercial properties along major corridors through Kinston and Lenoir County.
Camber Foundation Names Town of Maysville Manager Schumata Brown to Inaugural Advisory Council
Jones County native brings municipal governance and community development expertise to Eastern North Carolina foundation
Narcotics Investigation Leads to Arrest of Lenoir County Man on Multiple Drug Charges
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.
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.