2025 Municipal Election winners for Lenoir and Greene County
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Kinston council hears growing frustration over tax rate; attorney says rollback unlikely
Tension filled the Kinston City Council chambers Monday night as residents once again urged city leaders to reduce the property tax rate before year’s end, calling the 73-cent rate approved in June an “unfair burden” that has pushed some homeowners to the brink.
Rep. Greg Murphy: Updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
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Letter to the Editor: By the Daughter of a Resident at Roland Paylor Apartments
When the systems meant to protect us fail, where do we go? When those in power choose silence over service, who steps in? For the residents of Roland Paylor Apartments — a senior community in Kinston — the answer was painfully clear: no one in authority was listening. Not the housing authority. Not city officials. Not the mayor.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson, October 29, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
Discussion highlights year of budget strains, public tension, and high interest in local races
With municipal elections set for Tuesday, Nov. 4, Neuse News Managing Editor Kristy Kelly and Magic Mile Media President BJ Murphy sat down to reflect on a year of unexpected filings, budget debates, and public controversy that helped shape local races across Lenoir and Greene counties.
Redistricting sets up shifting congressional race across Eastern North Carolina
The newly approved congressional map for North Carolina is reshaping political boundaries across the East, setting up a round of high-stakes decisions for incumbents and challengers in the 2026 election.
Murphy statement on Senate Democrats' 13th vote against government funding
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., issued the following statement after Senate Democrats’ 13th vote against the clean, continuing resolution to fund the government:
BJ Murphy: The Real Crisis in Kinston Isn’t Politics, It’s Participation
As my family prepares to move just outside of La Grange, I realize this election season marks the last time we’ll vote in a City of Kinston mayoral race. That simple fact carries some weight. For me, it’s more than a change of address. It’s a moment to pause and reflect on what’s happening to the city I still love. So, here’s some real talk.
Rep. Chris Humphrey Proposes State-Backed Emergency SNAP Relief During Federal Shutdown
State Representative Chris Humphrey (R-Lenoir, Greene & Jones) announced today that he is pursuing a proposal that would use a small portion of North Carolina’s reserve funds to provide temporary emergency SNAP assistance to eligible families during the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Housing Repair Loan Program
We are pleased to announce that the City of Kinston has been awarded funding from the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency for the 2027 Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool Project (ESFRLP27). ESFRLP27 provides home repair assistance through a 0% interest, deferred-forgivable loan. The loan is forgiven in equal portions each year for up to five years, as long as the homeowner continues to live in the home.
Lenoir commissioners advance riverwalk plan, approve PIO job and EMS contract
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners on Monday, Oct. 20, approved a slate of budget items and contracts, set a public hearing for a proposed campground, and received an update on the Kinston Riverwalk project that is pushing toward construction funding by June 2026.
Kinston council hears citizen tax concerns, adopts downtown master plan proposal
Property taxes and neighborhood conditions dominated Tuesday night’s Kinston City Council meeting, where residents voiced frustrations over rising costs before council members approved several measures, including a downtown master plan proposal and a new city investment policy.
Kareem Moore discusses vision for Kinston in mayoral race interview with Neuse News
Early voting is officially underway for North Carolina’s 2025 municipal elections. Voters in Lenoir and Greene counties can cast their ballots starting Thursday, Oct. 16, ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Milton Foster: Scientist and Business Owner Aims to Bring Practical Leadership to Kinston City Council
Local business owner and scientist Milton Foster is running for Kinston City Council, bringing two decades of residency, professional experience, and a data-driven mindset to his first bid for public office. Foster said his campaign is focused on practical solutions to issues like taxes, property values, and economic development.
Snow Hill Commissioners Approve Updated Sugar Hill Manor Plan
The Snow Hill Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday, October 8, 2025, where they approved an amended preliminary subdivision plan for Sugar Hill Manor. The meeting also featured a sponsorship request from a Greene Central High School marching band member, a review of dilapidated properties, and updates on town events, vehicle surplus, public safety, and the town’s financial standing.
Mayor Don Hardy Seeks Third Term, Citing Progress in Housing, Safety, and Economic Growth
Mayor Don Hardy is seeking a third term leading the City of Kinston, emphasizing his continued focus on public safety, affordable housing, and infrastructure improvement. A U.S. Navy veteran, longtime law enforcement officer, and Kinston native, Hardy says his record of service and experience positions him to keep building on the city’s recent progress.
Mayor Don Hardy highlights progress, priorities ahead of Kinston election
Early voting is underway across North Carolina. Mayor Don Hardy shares his thoughts as Kinston residents head to the polls ahead of Election Day on Nov. 4.
Tune in to the Neuse News Election Results Show on Nov. 4 at 7:15 p.m. for live local results and analysis from Lenoir and Greene counties.
Tavraris "Spunk" Moore withdraws from Kinston's mayoral race
Tavraris "Spunk" Moore withdraws from Kinston's mayoral race
Kareem Moore: Veteran and Community Advocate Running for Mayor of Kinston with Focus on Jobs, Homeownership, and Accountability
Kareem Moore, a U.S. Army combat veteran and advocate for veterans’ affairs, has announced his candidacy for Mayor of Kinston, pledging to restore accountability, rebuilding trust in local government, and strengthening the city’s economic foundation through homeownership, job creation, and transparency.