A teenager was arrested Tuesday in La Grange after the juvenile was found with a stolen firearm and marijuana.
Greene County Friends of the Library hosts Annual Meeting
Snow Hill - On Thursday, April 20, the Greene County Friends of the Library held its Annual Meeting. At the Meeting, current Friends of the Library members are invited to a dinner with entertainment in recognition of their membership at the City Club.
North Carolina's March Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted March 2023 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, decreasing 0.1 of a percentage point from February’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.5 percent.
Local Companies come together to support LCC student scholarships at Golf Classic
First National Bank of Kinston is the Putting Contest Sponsor of this year’s 22nd annual Lenoir Community College Golf Classic on Thursday, May 18, at the Kinston Country Club. This event has raised more than $600,000 toward student scholarships at LCC since its inception. Nearly 130 golfers played in the tournament last year, and the Foundation is expecting an even better attendance this year.
LCSO: Man arrested for stealing vases, brass markers from graveyards
A Seven Springs man was arrested today for allegedly stealing vases and brass markers from two area graveyards.
Obituary: Ann Spence
Ann Spence, 89, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023, with her family by her side. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, April 28, at 11am, at Jackson Heights OFWB Church with the Rev. Justin Barnett and Pastor Ashley Summerlin officiating. Burial will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Obituary: Mary Frances Lee Gaskins
Mary Frances Lee Gaskins, 74, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on April 20, 2023, in Daphne, Alabama. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 11am, at Edwards Funeral Home. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service.
Kinston Police Department's 5 most wanted
Anyone with information that may lead to locating the subjects pictured below are encouraged to submit a tip using the KPD Tips app, call the KPD Tip Line @ 252-939-4020, or by calling Crime Stoppers @ 252-523-4444.
LCSO: Warrant issued in breaking and entering case
Warrants have been issued for a Roanoke Rapids man who allegedly broke into a Pink Hill convenience store in July and stole cigarettes.
LCSO: Woman arrested for vehicle theft
Breanna Summerlin was arrested April 11 after a Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office investigation revealed she had stolen a vehicle from the Blue Hornet Store, 6409 Hwy 258 S., on April 5. The victim of the larceny had left her vehicle at the store; upon her return to the store, she discovered her vehicle was missing.
Changes coming soon to 2,647 LGFCU members in Kinston
Local Government Federal Credit Union (LGFCU) is ending its partnership with State Employees Credit Union (SECU) which will result in LGFCU customers losing access to physical bank branches. There are 2,647 LGFCU members in Kinston.
Greene County Schools Names Julia Gurkin as Teacher of the Year
Every year between March and May, each individual school selects its teacher of the year representative. Each school may have a different process for doing this. Once each school forwards their nominee to the district level, a panel is created.
Lenoir County death notices
Neuse News has long provided an obituary service for families and funeral homes. With the Kinston Free Press moving to once a week print publication, we’ve decided to publish a weekly list of death notices according to Lenoir County. These death notices are a little behind but are an attempt to provide more value to our community.
Tidal Wave Car Wash to replace former Golden Corral site
A new car wash is set to take over the site of the former Golden Corral restaurant at 4468 US-70, Kinston, NC 28504. The Tidal Wave Car Wash project has received permits and will soon begin construction, replacing the once-popular dining establishment.
Local authors publish a book on eastern North Carolina gospel groups
Alvin Woods and Elijah Woods Jr. recently published a book on the history of gospel groups in eastern North Carolina. The book, which was published in May 2020, identifies 81 different gospel groups in the region.
Pink Hill man charged with indecent liberties with a child
A 76-year-old Pink Hill man has been arrested for indecent liberties with a child.
Obituary: Arendall Blake Bryan
Arendall Blake “Ren” Bryan, 82, passed away on April 23, 2023 at the North Carolina Veterans Home in Kinston, North Carolina. A service of love and remembrance will be held by the graveside on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Pinelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends after the service.
Obituary: Jonathan Allan Heath
Jonathan Allan Heath, 61, of Greenville, NC, died Thursday, April 20, 2023. Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of his life at Gordon Street Christian Church at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 28, 2023, with the Reverend Doug Stokes officiating. After the service, the family will receive friends in the fellowship hall at Gordon Street Christian Church, Kinston, North Carolina.
Cold case reopened: The search for missing teen Timeka Pridgen continues
Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers announced today his office is actively investigating the case of Timeka Pridgen, who was reported missing from her South Street home in La Grange on May 12, 2001. Pridgen was 16 when she went missing.
Greene County Schools to host STEM Expo
Snow Hill - Greene County Schools will host its 8th Annual STEM Education Expo to celebrate Pre-K-through-13 student learning in science, technology, engineering, and math. Community partners will share information with families aligned with health, safety, and careers.