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Lenoir County births
The following birth certificates were issued in Lenoir County:
Greg Murphy brings a physician’s perspective to Congress
For U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy, continuing to see patients is part of how he approaches his work in Washington.
Help Wanted: Accounting Assistant
The Accounting Assistant is responsible for daily monitoring, maintenance and collection of student accounts. The Accounting Assistant is also responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual financial and statistical reports.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Harper’s Helpers seeks donations after collecting more than 500 items in 2025
Harper Ham is asking the community to help bring comfort to children at Duke Children’s Hospital through her annual Harper’s Helpers donation drive.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update October 10, 2026
Join us Saturday, October 10, for TJ Designs, B&B Eggs, TC Smith, Julie Babbin, Robin’s Nest, Holy Granola, and Christi Luv Creations. Pick up eggs, banana nut bread, pimento cheese, granola, coffee cakes, and handmade finds. Stay for the Poster Party from 10 a.m. to noon!
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Literacy advocates seeking public support In creating Neuse Regional Reading Council
Public school educators and librarians from three counties have banded together to create a new organization to promote literacy in the region and they are asking the community to join in the effort by attending organizational meetings next week.
UNC Health Lenoir to Host “The Art of Healing: Celebrating Women’s Health & Wellness”
UNC Health Lenoir, in partnership with the Community Council for the Arts, will host “The Art of Healing: Celebrating Women’s Health & Wellness” on Tuesday, October 20, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Arts Center, 400 N. Queen Street, Kinston.
NWS: Heavy Rain, Coastal and Marine impacts possible across Eastern NC this weekend into Monday
Potential for heavy rain, coastal and marine impacts to parts of ENC and the nearby marine areas this weekend and into Monday.
Neuse Quilters Guild donates quilts and placemats to community programs
The Neuse Quilters Guild donated 46 quilts to the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and 50 placemats to Tanglewood Church’s meal program for seniors and people who are homebound during an Oct. 7 presentation at the Arts Council.
KPD Investigating Shooting Involving Two Juveniles
On October 7, 2026, at approximately 10:02 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to a residence on the 1500 block of Charlotte Avenue regarding a reported gunshot wound.
DKR elects Stephen Hill chair, adopts transition plan after city eliminates director position
Downtown Kinston Revitalization’s board elected Stephen Hill chair and adopted a working transition plan Oct. 7 as the nonprofit prepares to hire its own director following Kinston’s decision to eliminate the city-employed position.
Suicide Suspected in Death at Greene Correctional Institution
Maury, N.C. — Jesse Espinoza (#1432031) died Monday at Greene Correctional Institution in an apparent suicide.
Kinston council approves Airport Road expansion, holds recreation budget reduction
Kinston City Council approved a special use permit for an Airport Road commercial development, selected a consultant for a $350,000 street safety planning project and postponed a proposed recreation funding reduction during its Oct. 6 meeting.
Lenoir County births
The following birth certificates were issued in Lenoir County:
UNC Health Lenoir Invites Community to “Walk with a Doc”
UNC Health Lenoir is encouraging community members to take a step toward better health by joining “Walk with a Doc,” a free monthly program that brings community members together with local physicians and healthcare professionals for conversation, health education and physical activity.
Work to begin at former Farmers Oil Company property in Walstonburg
Contractors are expected to begin clearing portions of the former Farmers Oil Company property and demolishing two older warehouses this week, according to Greene County officials.
Lenoir County school board reviews intervention results, construction updates
Lenoir County school leaders reported gains among students receiving extra academic support and progress on the new E.B. Frink Middle School during the Board of Education's Oct. 5 meeting.