A man wanted on multiple charges was apprehended Wednesday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and sent to jail with new charges and no bond.
Kristy Kelly: Not a Pinterest person
I have a fascination with how other people decorate their spaces for the holidays. Recently a friend of mine sent me a photo of her table top which held adorable fall decorations and I got to thinking about whether or not I wanted to decorate my own house. It’s not really a thought I’ve wrestled with in the past because I’ve never lived anywhere long enough to accumulate decorations.
Youth learned gardening, leadership, and public speaking at EMGV course
The fifth Junior Master Gardener course was held in July by The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Lenoir County (EMGV). The course, produced by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, is an international youth gardening program that aligns with the mission of the NC Extension Master Gardener course
LCC Receives Funds from Lenoir County ABC Board
The Lenoir County ABC Board recently presented a check of $15,000 to Lenoir Community College to assist in alcohol and drug awareness programs at the College.
Help Wanted: Lenoir County Health Department - Social Worker II
As a member of the Lenoir County Health Department, you can make a difference! The Health Department is seeking candidates for a Social Worker II. The Social Worker II is responsible for an assigned patient case load of county residents that varies.
La Grange man wanted for three new felonies in Kinston
A La Grange man out of jail on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges in August is wanted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office for three more felonies he committed Tuesday.
NCDOT: Interstate 42 Coming to the U.S. 70 ‘Goldsboro’ Bypass
GOLDSBORO –The U.S. 70 Bypass around Goldsboro will be re-signed as Interstate 42 and given new mile markers and exit numbers this fall.
Evelyn Dove-Coleman: Early Times Were Different
Each time I sit in my car, I immediately lock the door. I have seen too many news accounts of car jackings where someone was waiting nearby for a person to unlock their car door and get in. Also, each time I leave my home, I peek out first before I step out. I am always mindful of safety.
Kinston Walmart’s Brenda selected for meeting with Walmart’s top executive
Exciting News, Kinston and Surrounding Areas! You did it! Your voices have been heard, and your warm, supportive comments for Brenda have made it all the way to Bentonville, Arkansas.
Charlotte Baker Memorial Fund weekend to feature multiple events
The Charlotte Baker Memorial Fund will host its highly anticipated weekend of events from September 27th to 29th, with activities designed to raise funds and awareness for individuals living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
Event: Kinston Lenoir County Public Library bi-annual book sale
Come visit us at the Kinston Lenoir County Public Library for our bi-annual book sale! The sale will run from Saturday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 18.
Obituary: Billy George Davis
Billy George Davis, age 87, of Kinston passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at his home. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 20, 2024 at 11:00 am at Deep Run First Baptist Church with Pastor Dave Fishman presiding.
Kinston welcomes Frontier League team, continuing long baseball tradition
After seven seasons with the Down East Wood Ducks, Kinston will welcome a new professional baseball team, the Bird Dawgs, to Grainger Stadium as part of the Frontier League. The announcement was made during a press conference at the stadium on Monday, marking a new chapter for the city and its strong baseball tradition.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County program scheduled for Saturday
The Distinguished Young Women of Lenoir County program proudly presents Caitlin Waters, Distinguished Young Woman of Lenoir County for 2024, in its annual program which will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, September 21, 2024 in the Performing Arts Center on the campus of Kinston High School.
South Lenoir High School hosts annual mum sale September 16-20
South Lenoir High School is excited to announce its highly anticipated annual Mum Sale, which will be held from September 16th to September 20th.
Weekend sees three arrests for driving while impaired
On Saturday, September 14, 2024, at around 8:46 p.m., Leonardo Orgas, 44, of Snow Hill, NC, was driving westbound in the eastbound lane of US Hwy 70 when he was stopped by KPD’s A-Squad. After an investigation, Orgas was arrested and charged with Driving While Impaired.
KPD arrests man wanted for federal probation violations during stop
On September 13, 2024, KPD officers conducted a traffic stop with Rico Davis (30 of Lenoir County). Officers discovered Davis was wanted for Federal Probation Violations. Officers took Davis in custody without incident. Davis was placed in the LC Jail without bond.
KPD assists probation check, arrests felon with firearm and drugs
KPD officers on D-Squad responded to a residence on the 900 block of Savannah Lane at the request of The Department of Adult Corrections. KPD was requested to stand by while the Probation Officer conducted a residential check on Michael Stevens (22 years old).