The Kinston Police Department has obtained warrants for Mario Devon King (34) in connection with the shooting and murder of Franklin Antonio Bowden II. Mr. King is wanted for First Degree Murder and should be considered armed and dangerous.
Obituary - James Mayberry Marshall
James Mayberry Marshall died on May 25, 2023, in Kinston. There will be a memorial service for Jim at 11:00 a.m., May 30, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church in Kinston. The family will receive visitors immediately following the service.
Obituary - Rita Fallon Spence
Rita Fallon Spence, 75, of Kinston, NC passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at Springbrook Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Clayton, NC. A Celebration of Life will be held in Emerald Isle with the date to be determined at a later time.
Farmer’s Market Update for May 27, 2023
Lenoir County Farmer’s Market update for Saturday, May 27, 2023. The Market open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm Tuesday and Saturday.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: What’s in Season – Broccoli!
This week fresh broccoli appeared at our local Farmers Market, and you cannot beat fresh local broccoli!! Broccoli has a reputation for being disliked by many people, often considered bland and unappetizing mostly due to frequent overcooking.
Public Notice: LCPS Advertisement for Bids - ESSER III HVAC Controls Replacement
Separate sealed bids will be received at the Lenoir County Public Schools Board of Education Building, ATTN: Mr. Nicholas Harvey II, located at 2017 W. Vernon Avenue Kinston, NC 28504 until 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Conference Room.
Public Notice: LCPS Nutrition Department Request for Proposal - Branded Concept Personal Pan Pizza
The Lenoir County Public School Nutrition Department is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified service providers to furnish pizza products, training, and equipment for our three high schools. The term of the contract will be from July 1, 2023 and terminate July 1, 2024, with both an extension option and a Renewal Option. Any and all bids or proposals may be rejected at the discretion of the Lenoir County Public Schools Nutrition Department. Bid opening will be June 6, 2023, at 3:00PM. Sealed bids will not be accepted after 2PM.
Public Notice: LCPS Request for Qualifications (RFQ) - Designer Selection - Frink Middle School
Information required to respond to the new RFQ is available on the school system’s website at: www.lcpsnc.org. Design firms wishing to be considered for this project are requested to submit their qualifications per the instructions on the website by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 2, 2023.
BJ Murphy: Out of the Park, Not Out of Hope
The disappointment felt by our community this past week as a result of the Down East Wood Ducks (DEWD’s) team being sold and eventually moving to South Carolina, is less a result of business and market forces out of our contol and more a sense of losing hope our community can sustain minor league baseball indefinitely.
NWS: Update on Memorial Day weekend coastal storm
Strong winds are expected along coastal areas through tomorrow evening causing potentially minor damage and isolated power outages.
LCPS getting back to free summer meals in big way
A summer feeding program reminiscent of pre-pandemic days – when Lenoir County Public Schools plated more than 30,000 free meals for youth in the county – will begin operation in June.
Lenoir County Sheriff's office seeks public help in fraud investigation
Can you identify this person? The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is investigating fraudulent activity of a bank account; investigators would like to speak to the person in this photo that was taken from an automatic teller machine in Lenoir County on March 20. If you have information about the identity of this person, please contact the LCSO Investigations Division at 252-559-6140 or Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444.
Public Notice: LCPS Advertisement for Bids - ESSER III HVAC Controls Replacement
Separate sealed bids will be received at the Lenoir County Public Schools Board of Education Building, ATTN: Mr. Nicholas Harvey II, located at 2017 W. Vernon Avenue Kinston, NC 28504 until 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Conference Room.
Public Notice: LCPS Nutrition Department Request for Proposal - Branded Concept Personal Pan Pizza
The Lenoir County Public School Nutrition Department is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified service providers to furnish pizza products, training, and equipment for our three high schools. The term of the contract will be from July 1, 2023 and terminate July 1, 2024, with both an extension option and a Renewal Option. Any and all bids or proposals may be rejected at the discretion of the Lenoir County Public Schools Nutrition Department. Bid opening will be June 6, 2023, at 3:00PM. Sealed bids will not be accepted after 2PM.
Public Notice: LCPS Request for Qualifications (RFQ) - Designer Selection - Frink Middle School
Information required to respond to the new RFQ is available on the school system’s website at: www.lcpsnc.org. Design firms wishing to be considered for this project are requested to submit their qualifications per the instructions on the website by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 2, 2023.
Gazebo ribbon cutting ceremony celebrates 100 years of Rotary
It was the perfect day for Rotary Club of Kinston to celebrate over 100 years of Rotary. This gazebo was donated by Rotary to our community to enjoy. The weather and fellowship was a perfect combination for this milestone.
Emergency Response at Pauls Path Road: Students and Driver Hospitalized
A man driving a pickup truck ran into the back of a La Grange Elementary School bus and is being transported to a Greenville hospital for medical attention. The accident occurred at Hardison's Crossroads at the intersection of Pauls Path Road and Ben Dail Road.
Active investigation underway after fatal gun violence in Kinston
On Wednesday, May 24th,2023, at 2328 hrs officers responded to the 400 blk of N Davis St. in regard to a shooting. Upon arrival officers located Franklin Antonio Bowden II deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.
KPD: Man arrested for indecent exposure
On May 24, 2023, officers from B-Squad responded to Taco Bell on W Vernon Ave for a report of Indecent Exposure. Officers made contact with the victims that included employees and customers (including a juvenile) and obtained a description of the subject.
City of Kinston Notice of public hearing FY 2023-2024 budget
The public is hereby advised that per G.S. 159-12, the City Manager has submitted the proposed budget for the City of Kinston for FY 2023-2024 to the Mayor and the City Council. A copy of the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, is on file in the office of the City Clerk, the Public Library, and on the City of Kinston's website, www.ci.kinston.nc.us.