K’la Green has had her heart set on going to North Carolina A&T University since she was an eighth grader. Now, her achievements at Lenoir County Early College High School could get her to A&T on a full scholarship.
Help wanted: UNC Adams School of Dentistry, Pediatric and Public Health - Research Study Coordinator
UNC Adams School of Dentistry, Pediatric and Public Health is looking to hire a research study coordinator for our Kinston office. Salary range $48,000 - $53,500
Keith Goyette named Kinston's Chief of Police
After completing a national recruitment and an extensive interview process, the City of Kinston has a new Police Chief. Interim Police Chief Keith Goyette has been promoted to the permanent position.
Drug trafficking investigation leads to arrest
On Thursday, February 2nd, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department’s Violent Criminal Action Team (VCAT) and Narcotics Detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office concluded a three month drug trafficking investigation.
Obituary: Fred Warren Harrison
Fred Warren Harrison, age 92, passed away at his home Thursday, February 2, 2023. A Service of Death and Resurrection to celebrate Fred’s life will be held 2 PM Sunday, February 5th, at Westminster United Methodist Church with Reverend Dennis Peay officiating. Interment will immediately follow at the Snow Hill Cemetery.
Online rumors put to rest over Texas Rangers recent press release
A flurry of social media posts in response to a Texas Rangers press release has local people questioning the security of Wood Ducks baseball in Kinston. Established in 2017, and currently in a 12 year contact with the City of Kinston to play at Grainger Stadium, the Wood Ducks are a focal point of tourism and entertainment.
NWS: 10-20% chance of wintry weather Friday
NWS: 10-20% chance of wintry weather on Friday
Civil Rights marker commemorates "Sit-In" at Standard Drug Store #2
On Saturday, February 4th, the African American Heritage Commission of Kinston-Lenoir County will unveil a Civil Rights Trail Marker at 1PM. AAHC Chairman, Sammy C. Aiken says, “ our community recognizes the bravery and determination of the young Kinston citizens in their fight for our equal rights.”
South Lenoir senior a state choice for Presidential Scholars program
Of the thousands of seniors expected to graduate from North Carolina high schools this year, David Phillippe is in a class of his own – one of 19 graduating seniors in the state chosen as a candidate for the 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Obituary: Herbert Gray
Mr. Herbert Gray, 78, transitioned Friday, January 27, 2023 at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. Viewing for Mr. Gray will be from 3pm to 6 pm Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Mills Funeral Home with his Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity rites following at 7 pm.
Kinston High senior a finalist for Morehead-Cain Scholarship
The trip Derrian Wilson took with a friend this week to Chapel Hill was part fun getaway and part reconnaissance mission. Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina could figure mightily into Derrian’s future now that the Kinston High School senior is a finalist for the prestigious Morehead-Cain Scholarship to UNC.
Motor Vehicle Accident Disrupts Flow of Traffic and Construction
On Tuesday during the lunch hour, a two motor vehicle accident caused a disruption to the flow of traffic and business. The accident occurred on US 70 West near the Waves Carwash and Murphy Express Gas Station.
Meet the winners of the 112th Annual Awards Banquet
The Kinston-Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce honored business and community leaders as they hosted the 112th Annual Awards Banquet at the Kinston Country Club, Tuesday, January 31st.
GEC Students Attend State Beta Convention
Nine members of the Greene Early College High School Beta Club attended the North Carolina Senior Beta State Convention in Greensboro, January 27-28. Beta is an educational youth organization in America to promote the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership among elementary and secondary school students.
Lenoir County Government and City of Kinston enter agreement for inspection services
Lenoir County government and the City of Kinston have entered into an interlocal agreement to do inspection services for all the residents of Lenoir County.
John Hood: Deaths of Despair Need Careful Analysis
According to the latest-available set of comparable data, North Carolina ranks 33rd in the nation in “deaths of despair” — that is, in the combined rates of suicides, fatal drug overdoses, and alcohol-induced deaths. In 2020 our age-adjusted rate was 55.5 deaths of despair per 100,000 residents, slightly higher than the national average of 54.8. From 2018 to 2020, our rate rose by 26%.
Kinston/Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce Hosts 112th Awards Banquet
On Tuesday, The Kinston/Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce hosted the 112th Annual Awards Banquet at the Kinston Country Club. During the banquet, the Chamber of Commerce presented awards for Citizen of the Year, Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award and Ambassador of the Year. The entertainment this year was given by comedian, Coach Tom Holaday.
Update: Missing teen found
Update: LCSO Det. Jacob Davis confirmed that missing teen, Jocelyn G. Vasquez has been found.
LCSO: Help find missing teen
Jocelyn G. Vasquez, 15, was last seen Jan. 25 at North Lenoir High School. She is possibly in the area of La Grange near the Lenoir and Greene County line.
Top North Lenoir student named a Centennial Scholarship finalist
North Lenoir High School senior Claire Hollingsworth has been named a finalist for the Centennial Scholarship at NC State University, a four-year merit scholarship worth a minimum of $60,000, plus another $7,500 in enrichment grants.