The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
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Lenoir County Farmer's Market update November 7, 2026
Pick up sharp head cabbage, country-fresh eggs, local raw honey and handmade finds this Saturday. See the vendor lineup and upcoming community events below.
It's a Hard-Knock Life for the Orphans of Annie at LCC!
Things may be tough at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage, but the young performers bringing Annie's fellow orphans to the Turner Stage are ready to steal the show! From playful mischief to heartfelt moments, these spirited characters bring plenty of personality, humor, and energy to Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts' upcoming production of Annie.
For a former Kinston singer, December still brings Handel’s Messiah to mind
After a recent concert in Charleston, South Carolina, cellist Barbara Krumdieck heard a familiar name from someone in the audience. The concertgoer used to live in Kinston and had sung Handel’s Messiah with the community chorus every December. They told Krumdieck how much they had missed it since moving away.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
NWS: Severe weather impacts expected Friday, Nov. 6th
Severe weather impacts for Today, Friday November 6th, 2026.
FRCE inducts its first HH-60W Jolly Green II for maintenance at GTP Kinston
Fleet Readiness Center East inducted its first HH-60W Jolly Green II for scheduled depot-level maintenance Sept. 21, marking the platform’s first aircraft to be brought in for planned maintenance at the depot’s Global TransPark facility in Kinston.
LCPS's Brent Williams a finalist for new CTE Superintendent of the Year award
Superintendent Brent Williams, who has led Lenoir County Public Schools into a new era of student achievement, work-based learning and career readiness, is a regional finalist for the inaugural North Carolina CTE Superintendent of the Year award.
Lenoir, Jones counties among those eligible for UMO AgPrime Grants
UMO AgPrime grants are available to farmers and agribusiness owners in Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Camden, Carteret, Chowan, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Currituck, Dare, Duplin, Gates, Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Jones, Lee, Lenoir, Montgomery, Moore, New Hanover, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Pender, Perquimans, Onslow, Richmond, Robeson, Scotland, Tyrrell, and Washington counties.
KPD Makes Drug Arrest Following Traffic Stop
On November 2, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Vernon Avenue involving 37-year-old Michael Cunningham of Ayden.
Kinston-Lenoir Drug Task Force Arrests Man on Cocaine Trafficking Charges
On November 4, 2026, detectives with the Kinston-Lenoir Drug Task Force concluded an investigation into 55-year-old Michael Foston involving the distribution of crack cocaine in Lenoir County.
Muse & Maker highlights November arts events in Kinston
The November issue of Muse & Maker from the Community Council for the Arts features a holiday arts market, workshops, exhibitions and more opportunities to explore the arts in Kinston.
Lenoir school board approves improvement plans, hears transportation concerns
The Lenoir County Board of Education approved school improvement plans for all 17 district schools and heard concerns about student transportation during its Nov. 2 meeting.
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow at LCC!
The sun will come out on the Turner Stage as Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts brings Annie to life. Filled with unforgettable songs, humor and heart, the musical follows a spirited young orphan whose optimism changes the lives of those around her. From Annie herself to the larger-than-life characters she encounters, this cast is ready to share a timeless story of hope.
New Art Exhibit “2% Jazz. 98% Funky Stuff” Honors Kinston’s Rich Musical Heritage at the smART Gallery
The smART Kinston Foundation is excited to announce its final exhibit of the 2026 season, “2% Jazz. 98% Funky Stuff: A Visual Exploration of Kinston's Music History.” The opening reception is Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the smART Gallery, located at 210 N. Queen St. in downtown Kinston.
Lenoir commissioners approve recovery funding, reappraisal contract and arena improvements
Lenoir County commissioners approved funding for substance use treatment and recovery services, a consulting contract for the county’s 2029 property reappraisal and improvements to the county’s livestock arena during their Nov. 2 meeting.
Greene commissioners set hearing on residential rezoning of former industrial park
Greene County commissioners scheduled a Nov. 16 public hearing on a proposal to rezone former industrial park property in Walstonburg for residential use during their Nov. 2 meeting.
Kinston council approves downtown selection process, police dog retirement
Kinston City Council approved a process for selecting a nonprofit to promote downtown and support its businesses, authorized police dog Nero’s retirement and approved sewer service for four properties during its Nov. 2 meeting.
2026 Midterm Election Results - Lenoir, Greene, and Jones
2026 Midterm Election Results - Lenoir, Greene, and Jones
Voting extended until 8 p.m. at Holloway Recreation Center after printer problems
The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted unanimously Tuesday to extend voting until 8 p.m. at Lenoir County’s K8 precinct at Holloway Recreation Center after printer problems delayed voting for about 45 minutes.