James Bruce Croom, 88, of the Moss Hill community passed away on January 3, 2025 at Magnolia Cottage. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025 in the chapel of Rouse Funeral Home.
Norman Bryson named new Lenoir County Emergency Services Director
Norman Bryson has been appointed as the new Emergency Services Director for Lenoir County, according to County Manager Michael James. Bryson, who brings over three decades of experience in emergency management and fire services, will officially begin his tenure on Jan. 6.
Lenoir County woman arrested for methamphetamine possession
On January 4, 2025, at approximately 7:02 PM, A-Squad officers initiated a traffic stop on Highway 70 due to fictitious registration. During the stop, officers conducted a K9 search of the vehicle, and KPD K9, Knox, alerted to the presence of narcotics inside.
Mike Parker: Family vacation: time for relaxing, bonding
Around 15 years ago, our family began a tradition of taking the week after Christmas as a time for a family vacation. For a dozen years or so, we traveled to Myrtle Beach, SC. This year, our destination was much closer – Atlantic Beach, NC.
UNC Health Lenoir Introduces New Advanced Cardiovascular Intervention
The mission of UNC Health Lenoir is to ensure exceptional health care to the community the organization serves. On January 2, 2025, the hospital introduced a new advanced cardiac care procedure, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, PCI.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D.: Updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter
North Carolina's November County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 85 counties in November 2024, decreased in 12, and remained unchanged in three. Mitchell County had the highest unemployment rate at 8.9 percent while Orange and Currituck Counties each had the lowest at 2.9 percent.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Weekly Addiction Recovery Meeting at Jackson Heights OFWB Church
For much of my life I battled addictions. Drug and alcohol abuse led me to some extremely dark places. Looking back, I’m grateful that there were some good Christian people that helped me when I was at my lowest.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Snow Hill Police seek help identifying suspect in Family Dollar theft
On January 2, 2025, Snow Hill Police Department responded to 420 Kingold Blvd (Family Dollar) in reference to a larceny that had just occurred. Once on scene, officers learned that the female in the photo below walked out the of store with an undisclosed amount of items
KPD seeks help identifying suspect in stolen lottery ticket case
KPD is attempting to identify the subject in the photos. It was reported he cashed multiple stolen lottery tickets in December, 2024.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Trillium Welcomes New Governing Board
On July 7, 2024, changes to North Carolina law necessitated adjustments to Trillium’s Governing Board. On July 19, 2024, in compliance with the new law, Trillium submitted a new proposed alternate board structure to NCDHHS Secretary Kody Kinsley for approval.
SCARR unit arrests four in Lenoir County during December enforcement
Throughout the last two weeks of December, the Lenoir County Street Crimes and Ready Response (SCARR) unit performed proactive enforcement throughout the county, which led to four arrests.
New Year's traffic incidents lead to multiple impaired driving arrests and vehicle pursuit
Kinston Police Officers made several arrests over the New Year’s, with a focus on impaired driving and a vehicle pursuit.
Wheelchair ramps stolen from church
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office requests the community’s assistance with identifying a person and vehicle associated with a larceny at Rivermont Baptist Church, 2478 US-258, Kinston. On Dec. 28, at approximately 10:30 am, an unidentified person drove onto the church property and stole two wheelchair access ramps (one aluminum ramp and one wooden ramp).
Josh Stein Sworn In As North Carolina's 76th Governor
In the Old Senate Chambers at the historic Capitol in downtown Raleigh, Josh Stein took the oath of office to become North Carolina’s 76th Governor. Joined by his wife Anna and family, Stein swore to support the Constitution and laws of the United States and North Carolina and to faithfully perform the duties of the office of governor.
Congressman Don Davis reflects on progress, pledges continued advocacy for eastern NC
The 118th Congress brought its share of obstacles, yet we rose to the occasion, steadfast in our mission to uplift families in eastern NC. We have fostered hope and optimism by preventing devastating job cuts, transforming healthcare, and delivering critical support to disaster survivors statewide.