Governor Roy Cooper and state leaders urged North Carolinians today to prepare for life-threatening flooding as well as high winds, tornadoes and heavy rain as Hurricane Helene passes through the state.
NWS: Hurricane Helene - Isolated tornadoes, gusty winds expected starting late Thursday, Friday
The forecast track has changed little and we continue to expect the most significant impacts well to our west. Still, this is a LARGE storm and we will experience some impacts to eastern North Carolina.
Suspect arrested in structure fire investigation
On September 25, 2024, at approximately 7:57 PM, Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad responded to a structure fire at 610 E Caswell Street. Upon arrival, officers spoke with residents and witnesses, gathering information about the incident. No injuries were reported to the officers.
Two arrested for larceny at Harbor Freight
On September 23, 2024, officers from D-Squad responded to a report of shoplifting at Harbor Freight in Kinston. The suspects had fled the scene in a vehicle before officers arrived.
Town of Maysville to hold Mixed Drink Referendum on November ballot
This November, the Town of Maysville will hold a mixed drink referendum on the ballot, offering residents the chance to vote on the sale of mixed alcoholic beverages within the town. The outcome of this vote could have a significant economic impact on Maysville, mainly as the town looks to attract more tourism and support its local businesses.
First-Generation College Student Takes on LCC’s Nursing Program
Lenoir Community College student Jared Santiago-Lopez is a 19-year-old with a heart full of determination and a vision for a better future. Having spent most of his life in Kinston after his family immigrated from Mexico, he has taken on a challenge not only for himself but for his entire community.
Help Wanted: Child Support Agent II
As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for a Child Support Agent II. Candidates in this classification are responsible for the initiation, organization, and enforcement of child support orders in the Child Support Enforcement (IV-D) program.
Raleigh woman charged with DWI and cocaine possession
On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at approximately 6:30 am, A-Squad officers conducted a vehicle stop with Jennifer Hutchens (50 of Raleigh) for motor vehicle violations. During the traffic stop officers suspected Hutchens was impaired and conducted a DWI investigation.
Obituary: Richard “Dale” Cahoon
Richard “Dale” Cahoon, 72, of Kinston passed away Monday, September 23, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 2PM, at 4088 Falling Creek Road, La Grange.
NWS: Tropical Storm Helene now Hurricane Helene
This will be a LARGE storm and we will experience at least some impacts in Eastern North Carolina.
NWS: Tropical Storm Helene Tornadoes, strong winds expected Friday
This is our second briefing on Tropical Storm Helene. As of now our biggest risks are a tornado threat Friday and strong winds over the coastal waters.
Evelyn Dove-Coleman: Stop Bullying at the Root
Bullying is like a stinky weed. It needs to be eradicated at the root, not just chopped off to grow back again. I can say from experience that being bullied is the pits. I have been bullied, and it takes too much energy dealing with it. Some people shrug it off, some fight back with words, but some people snap. That is tragic.
New 3HC President & CEO announcement
3HC Board Chair, Shirley Harkey, DHA, RN, FACHE, sent notice to 3HC’s Executive Team on Monday, September 16, 2024, announcing the appointment of Jennifer J. Whitley, MSN, RN, FNP-C as President and Chief Executive Officer effective September 17, 2024.
Lenoir County Council on Aging holds nonpartisan candidate forum to address aging population
The Lenoir County Council on Aging hosted a nonpartisan political forum for candidates in the upcoming 2024 election. The forum featured state and local candidates who addressed both the short- and long-term needs of the aging population.
NWS: Update on newly named Tropical Storm Helene
This is our first briefing on newly named Tropical Storm Helene. While the current track would keep the MOST significant impacts to our west, this will be a LARGE storm and we may still experience at least some impacts in Eastern North Carolina.
Kinston detectives charge 21-year-old in deadly Friday night shooting
On Monday, September 23, 2024, detectives from the Kinston Police Department secured warrants for 21-year-old Bryson Bradley of Lenoir County. He is charged in connection with the murder of Korie Williams and the attempted murder of Yahmmek Coward, Lyasia Lawson, and Deshakeen Turnage.
BJ Murphy: North Carolina - The Battleground of Faith and Swing Voters
North Carolina’s future isn’t locked down by Republicans or Democrats—it’s the independents and swing voters who hold the real power." With 16 electoral votes at stake, faith is influencing both sides, but weaponizing religion to win political points only deepens the division. In this battleground state, independents will be the ones to tip the scales in 2024.
Charters of Freedom unveiled at Jones County Civic Center
A new Charters of Freedom setting has been unveiled at the Jones County Civic Center, bringing replicas of the United States' founding documents to the local community. The installation, a project of the nonprofit Foundation Forward, Inc., features replicas of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Obituary: Judy Ester (Bowen) Martin
Judy Ester (Bowen) Martin passed away peacefully at her home in Kinston, NC on Saturday, September 21, 2024. No services will be held, and in lieu of flowers the family asks those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to Lucky Cats of Kinston or the Lenoir County SPCA in Judy's name.