The Lenoir County Farmer’s Market is located at 100 North Heritage Street. The market is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm. Most vendors accept EBT and Sunbucks, plus major credit cards.
Public Notice: Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application
This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 4, 2023. The public hearing will be held on August 19, 2024 at 4:00 PM before the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners.
AVISO PÚBLICA: Solicitud del programa de transporte comunitario del condado de Lenoir
Este es para informar al público que se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la Solicitud propuesta del Programa de Transporte Comunitario del Condado de Lenoir que se presentará al Departamento de Transporte de Carolina del Norte a más tardar el 4 de octubre de 2023. La audiencia pública se llevará a cabo el 19 de agosto de 2024 a las 4:00 p.m. ante la Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Lenoir.
Armed robbery suspect flees Speedway, drops toy gun and cash drawer
On 08/16/2024 at 3:20am SHPD was dispatched to the Speedway located at 1102 Kingold Blvd. to investigate a reported armed robbery. SHPD arrived on scene at 3:21am. Deputies with Greene County Sheriff's Office also responded to assist.
Obituary: Elizabeth "Betty" Deall
Elizabeth “Betty” Deall, 81, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lenoir County SPCA, PO Box 1481, Kinston NC 28503.
Backroads Smokehouse BBQ opens second location
Backroads Smokehouse BBQ, a family-owned eatery known for its Texas and St. Louis-style barbecue, has expanded its reach with a new location in Trenton.
Kinston Public Services recognized for excellence
Kinston Public Services was honored with the Public Power of Excellence Award by the Board of Directors at ElectriCities of North Carolina. The award recognizes the city’s exceptional achievements in providing efficient and reliable power to its residents.
Kinston eyes demolition of deteriorated Super 8 Motel
The City of Kinston is moving forward with plans to demolish the condemned Super 8 Motel located on Highway 70 East, a major entryway into the city.
Public Notice: Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application
This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 4, 2023. The public hearing will be held on August 19, 2024 at 4:00 PM before the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners.
AVISO PÚBLICA: Solicitud del programa de transporte comunitario del condado de Lenoir
Este es para informar al público que se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la Solicitud propuesta del Programa de Transporte Comunitario del Condado de Lenoir que se presentará al Departamento de Transporte de Carolina del Norte a más tardar el 4 de octubre de 2023. La audiencia pública se llevará a cabo el 19 de agosto de 2024 a las 4:00 p.m. ante la Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Lenoir.
Event: SAFE's Women’s Health Fair and Market
Get Ready for an Exciting Day at the Women’s Health Fair and Market!
Obituary: Stewart William Smith
Stewart William Smith, also known as “Stuball”, age 82, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at his home in Kinston. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Monday, August 19, 2024 at Howard-Carter Funeral Home with funeral service beginning at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow the service at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Kristy Kelly: Adult children are the worst
There is nothing worse, as a mother, than when your grown child presents you with a problem that your experience could easily resolve, only to refuse any semblance of advice or parental wisdom. The amount of time you get to prepare your children for life is far briefer than you ever expect.
Kinston City Council approves $20,000 grant for Paramount Theater restoration
The Kinston City Council approved a $20,000 preservation and restoration grant for the Paramount Theater, a historic cultural venue in downtown Kinston, during a recent city council meeting. The grant is part of a broader effort to rehabilitate the theater, which is now owned by the nonprofit Smart Kinston City Project Foundation.
Public Notice: Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application
This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Lenoir County Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 4, 2023. The public hearing will be held on August 19, 2024 at 4:00 PM before the Lenoir County Board of Commissioners.
AVISO PÚBLICA: Solicitud del programa de transporte comunitario del condado de Lenoir
Este es para informar al público que se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la Solicitud propuesta del Programa de Transporte Comunitario del Condado de Lenoir que se presentará al Departamento de Transporte de Carolina del Norte a más tardar el 4 de octubre de 2043. La audiencia pública se llevará a cabo el 19 de agosto de 2024 a las 4:00 p.m. ante la Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Lenoir.
Kinston Police Department Investigating Armed Robbery at Circle K
In the early hours of August 14, 2024, at approximately 1:37 a.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Circle K located at 2011 W Vernon Ave.
Midway Mart Announces Second Location in Deep Run
Midway Mart, a local convenience store known for its first location in Pink Hill, announced plans to open a second location in Deep Run. The new store will include a gas station with a grill, ice machine, ATM, and multiple fuel options, including regular diesel, non-highway diesel, and non-ethanol gas.
Obituary: Jerry Eddie Sutton
Jerry Eddie Sutton, 85, of Williston, SC passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 10, 2024. No formal services are planned at this time.
Update to the Aug. 7 robbery and shooting at Brown’s Plant and Seeds
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to please review the video and hear the suspect’s voice of the suspect from this video. The video was recorded a day before the robbery when the suspect visited the establishment to stake it out.