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Lenoir County Deputies Recover Stolen Vehicle, Arrest Driver
On August 27, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Burncoat Road in reference to a stolen motor vehicle.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Pears, the Perfect Food
Late summer and early Fall are season for welcoming juicy, sweet pears to your farm markets. Turn the crispy fruit into hot crisps, flakey pies, jams, and hearty salads. Generally, pears are in season in Eastern North Carolina from about August to October.
Kevon Garrett Elected North Carolina FFA State Vice President
For most of his childhood, Kevon Garrett would not speak in front of a crowd. His parents, he says, had to beg him to stand and say a few words. This year he ran across a stage to accept one of the most visible leadership roles a young agriculturalist in the state can hold.
Lenoir County Man Arrested on Narcotics Charges Inside Courthouse
On August 26, 2026, deputies and narcotics detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office arrested Markie Koonce of Kinston after he was found in possession of illegal narcotics and drug paraphernalia inside the Lenoir County Courthouse.
Maysville Employee Receives Civic Foundation Scholarship
Civic Foundation proudly congratulates Demetrius Jones, Finance Officer / HR Director for the Town of Maysville upon receiving a scholarship to attend the Cash Management and Investment of Public Funds course at the UNC School of Government.
National Weather Service monitoring potential for flooding, severe weather Friday
We continue to monitor the potential for heavy rain, flooding, and severe thunderstorms across parts of ENC on Friday, August 28, 2026.
Parking area at Brock Mill Pond to close during improvements
Jones County officials announced that the parking area across from Brock Mill Pond will be temporarily closed over the next several weeks while construction work is underway.
Lenoir County women plead guilty in $187,000 COVID fraud case
Two Lenoir County women have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud in a COVID-era rental assistance fraud case involving more than $187,000, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
NCDOT explains tall grass along Lenoir County highways, upcoming mowing restrictions
Tall grass along some Lenoir County highways has drawn complaints from residents as students return to school and traffic increases near local campuses, but state transportation officials say new mowing restrictions and favorable growing conditions have contributed to the higher vegetation.
Back to School season is here and Guardian ad Litem is seeking Volunteers!
As children head back to school, many are returning facing challenges that they should not have to carry alone. Every child deserves to start the school year feeling safe, seen, and heard.
National Weather Service monitoring potential for flooding, severe weather Friday
NWS: We are monitoring the potential for heavy rain, flooding, and severe thunderstorms on Friday, August 28, 2026.
La Grange pauses utility disconnections during billing system upgrade
The Town of La Grange said no utility service disconnections will occur while the town completes upgrades to its payment and utility billing system.
North Carolina's July Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted July 2026 unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, remaining unchanged from June’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.1 percent.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Domestic Violence Incident; Stolen Firearm Recovered
On August 22, 2026, Deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to an address in Pink Hill regarding a reported domestic assault. The original caller advised Communications that a firearm may be inside the residence.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Stolen Motorcycle
On August 22, 2026, at approximately 11:20 p.m., deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office C-Shift responded to the area of Woodington Middle School in reference to a reported stolen motorcycle.
Kinston police report fentanyl, firearm and larceny arrests in weekend recap
Kinston police reported multiple weekend arrests involving a firearm with an altered serial number, fentanyl and marijuana seizures, larceny, and cocaine-related charges from Aug. 21-24.
Severe Storms Possible Monday Afternoon with Damaging Winds, Flooding and Isolated Tornado Risk
Please ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings and communication even after you head to bed.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir County Transit proposes fare increases and service reductions
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing Sept. 21 at 4 p.m. to receive comments on proposed fare increases and service reductions for Lenoir County Transit.