A downtown gathering space was rededicated Wednesday, Oct. 14, in honor of Buddy and Mary Mac Ritch, recognizing their service to Kinston and celebrating a redesign supported by private donations and volunteer work.
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Caroline Perry finds purpose and community through volunteering at Kinston Community Arts Council
For Caroline Perry, volunteering at the Kinston Community Arts Council began with a pottery class and grew into a passion that has lasted approximately 15 years. Today, she helps others discover the same excitement she experienced when she first sat down at a pottery wheel.
Lenoir County Community Foundation awards more than $16,000 in grants
The Lenoir County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $16,060 in grants to six organizations supporting the local community.
National School Lunch Week: a big time under the Big Top in LCPS cafeterias
This week, school lunches come with a side of red foam noses and face paint as LCPS school nutrition teams stir some fun into their celebration of National School Lunch Week and its “Cafeteria Circus” theme.
Kinston Police Department Arrests Virginia Fugitive Following Vehicle Pursuit
On October 12, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department received information regarding a stolen vehicle in the area of Hill Farm Road and Highway 70.
King’s connects its history with its future as new manager returns to Kinston
Wilbur King remembers peeling potatoes on Saturday mornings when he was 12 years old. Ken Meeks remembers visiting King’s Restaurant as a child and riding the pig inside when he was 11.
Op-Ed: Sean P. Keenan: Iran, the Price of Gas and the Price of Peace
Since 1979, American Presidents have been declaring publicly that the government of Iran is a threat to American and Western security. The theocratic regime of Iran has sponsored and funded countless terrorist attacks and taken dozens of American hostages.
Kinston Author Chris Noble Introduces DEFINE YOU: Beyond Survival
Author and Identity Strategist Chris Noble announces the October 20 release of DEFINE YOU: Beyond Survival, a book presented as a four-course experience rather than a conventional self-help guide.
Early voting begins Oct. 15 in Jones County
Jones County voters can cast ballots early beginning Thursday, Oct. 15, ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. The ballot includes races for sheriff, county commissioners, school board, state legislature and Congress, along with constitutional amendments and mixed beverage referendums.
Lenoir County offers three early voting sites for November election
Early voting for the Nov. 3 general election begins Thursday, Oct. 15, in Lenoir County, with three locations available to voters.
Greene County early voting begins Oct. 15 at farmers market
Greene County voters can cast early ballots for the Nov. 3 general election at the Elaney Wood Heritage Farmers Market beginning Thursday, Oct. 15.
Lenoir County woman charged after driving with boyfriend on hood
On October 10, 2026, deputies from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Highway 258 North near Banks School Road following reports of a rolling domestic incident involving a male subject clinging to the hood of a moving vehicle.
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 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.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
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.