KPD Detectives obtained warrants on Zyshawn Smith (20) for Discharging a Firearm into Occupied Property Causing Serious Bodily Injury.
Ayden man arrested for narcotic impairment after collision
KPD Officers on A-Squad responded to a vehicle collision at Dr MLK JR Blvd & Beasley Street. Officer made contact with Bryan Burwell (27 of Ayden NC). Burwell, the driver of one of the vehicles, showed signs of impairment and evidence at the scene suggested it was drug related.
Raney Rogers: Arts and Cultural Districts
Kinston is steadily becoming an Arts and Cultural District for tourists and locals as well. Don’t think so? Have some doubts? In my opinion not only is it happening, it will continue to happen and indeed become a “destination for the arts” kind of culture
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Vehicle collides with structure; driver charged with DWI
A-Squad Officers responded to a vehicle collision (vehicle vs structure). Officers arrived on scene and conducted an investigation. Officers determined the driver, Koriey Davis (25) was Driving While Impaired (DWI) at the time of the crash. Davis was taken into custody for DWI and officers served 2 unrelated Orders for Arrest. Davis was placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - Director of Athletics and Health/PE Instructor
The Director of Athletics and Health/PE Instructor coordinates schedules, manages staffing, and event planning for the Student Center. The Director is also responsible for coordinating, advising, and supervising staff in all areas of athletics and activity-related transportation (including the LCC Foundation bus and SGA vans). Salary range is $63,000-$72,000 annually
NWS: Period of strong winds expected beginning Monday night
We are expecting a period of strong (Gale Force) northerly winds beginning tonight and continuing into Wednesday morning.
Obituary: Donald I. Thompson
Donald I. Thompson, 89, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The funeral service will be conducted Monday at 2 pm in the Edwards Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Mike Parker: 14th Freedom Classic scheduled for Feb. 23-25
Historic Grainger Stadium will yet again host one of the fiercest battles of this year’s baseball season as teams from the United States Naval Academy and the United States Air Force Academy face each other in a three-game competition for bragging rights. This year marks the 14th Freedom Classic baseball competition involving U.S. service academies.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Murphy introduces legislation to eliminate IRA "Pill Penalty" and support small molecule drug innovation
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. introduced the Ensuring Pathways to Innovative Cures (EPIC) Act alongside Congressmen Don Davis (D-NC) and Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY). This legislation fixes the Inflation Reduction Act's small molecule “pill penalty,” to ensure continued R&D investments into small molecule medicines.
Justin Tilghman: Path to Purpose – Part 3 – Building Confidence
As we continue our six-month series, "Path to Purpose," I'm excited to walk you through building confidence in yourself and the steps you’re taking. Building confidence is important as you begin to implement the different steps on this journey.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
North Carolina's December County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 95 of North Carolina’s counties in December 2023, increased in three, and remained unchanged in two. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 5.9 percent while Buncombe County had the lowest at 2.4 percent.
Economic Development Region Regional Newsletter - January 2024
EDR staff joined local leaders and Greene County employees in support of the new facility, located at 2189 Firetower Road, Walstonburg, NC.
Lenoir County Emergency Services release: Fire on Joe Nunn Road
A residence on Joe Nunn Road south of Kinston is on fire; the two-story structure is fully involved. Approximately 10 departments are lending aid to the effort to put the fire out. The family wasn't home when the fire started. There are no injuries reported at this time.
Obituary - Donald I. Thompson
Donald I. Thompson, 89, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The funeral service will be conducted Monday at 2 pm in the Edwards Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library hosted 2023-2024 Young Poets Contest
The Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library was proud to host the 2023-2024 Young Poets Contest Awards Ceremony on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 6:30 pm. The annual contest is in its twenty-fifth year and is sponsored by the Kinston-Lenoir County Friends of the Library.
LCSO announces new program "You've Been Caught Doing Good"
Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office have started a new program called “You’ve Been Caught Doing Good.” The sheriff presents awards to middle school students who have been recommended by their teachers and school staff for going above and beyond to help others and to foster a positive environment.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Super Bowl Season Snacks
It’s Super Bowl Season, did you know that the Super Bowl and Thanksgiving vie for spot number one and two in favorite food seasons of the year? Yes, while all of you football fans are glued to the TV, the rest of the gang is busy sampling the yummy treats on the food table!!