Melted ice and snow will refreeze tonight, creating hazardous travel conditions through Friday. Another round of very cold weather is expected tonight into Friday, with temperatures dropping into the teens and wind chill values between 5-10 degrees.
Obituary: James B Wade "JB"
James B Wade “JB” 91, of Kinston, NC passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The visitation will be held for friends and family at Howard and Carter Funeral Home, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 25, 2025 with the funeral service to follow. A private Graveside service will be held at Westview Cemetery
Deep Run man arrested possession of firearm by felon
January 22, 2025, approximately 6:18 pm, C-Squad officers conducted a traffic stop on the 600 block of W Vernon Avenue. During the traffic stop officers conducted a probable cause search that led to the recovery of narcotics and a firearm.
Fugitive wanted for attempted murder found dead in Greene County
On 01/21/2024 around 7:00 am, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office along with the Jones County Sheriff’s Office were asked to assist the US Marshal Service with locating a Fugitive at a residence on Rouse Chapel Rd in Greene County.
KPD arrests two following shots fired incident
At approximately 3:00 AM on January 22, 2025, Kinston Police Department (KPD) D Squad responded to the area of Mitchell Wooten in reference to a shots fired call. Dispatchers reported hearing gunshots while the call was being made, prompting a swift response from multiple officers.
Public Notice: Re-bids electrical improvements
Sealed re-bid proposals will be received by the KINSTON HOUSING AUTHORITY for CAPITAL FUND PROJECT NC 004-50123 and NC 004-50124 until 3:00 PM, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2025, and immediately thereafter publicly opened and read for the furnishing of labor, material and equipment entering into the Electrical Improvements Project at Simon Bright NC 004-1.
Dr. Charles Moore’s Letter of Thanks to Kinston
My family began this journey thinking we would be in North Carolina for one year; simply to complete a surgical bariatric fellowship at East Carolina University, Brody School of Medicine and once completed head back "home." Never in a million years would I have thought I'd be practicing medicine in Eastern North Carolina, especially Lenoir County.
Three local students named finalists for Morehead-Cain Scholarship
Three students from local counties have been named finalists for the Morehead-Cain Scholarship, a four-year, fully funded merit-based scholarship to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The students will advance to the final selection round, which takes place in Chapel Hill this March.
Letter to the Editor: God blessed me with two good men
Recently, when I embarked on a journey to run errands, I was met with a message informing me that the tire pressure in my tires was remarkably low. I thought to myself, what a fantastic opportunity to showcase my self-sufficiency!
Two LCPS students selected for national Presidential Scholars Program
Two Lenoir County Public School students were selected to represent North Carolina in the national Presidential Scholars Program.
Help wanted: Bookkeeping position
Bookkeeping position in a busy restaurant with multiple locations. Knowledge of Quickbooks Accounting software is a must.
Help Wanted: Project Administrator
Provide administrative support to electrical construction Project Manager for assigned projects
Help Wanted: Clerical Support Staff
Receptionist, answer multi-line phone, process outgoing mail; accounts payable data entry, statement reconciliation Accounting Software: ProContractor by Viewpoint
Help wanted: Operations Technician- House of Hope for Men
The operations technician position oversees adult men who are in recovery and living in a residential program / transitional housing.
NWS: Snow fall amounts trending upward, blowing and drifting snow expected
***Snowfall amounts have continued to trend upward***, and there is high confidence that we will see accumulating snow across all of Eastern NC starting after sunset tonight and lasting through tomorrow morning. Blowing and drifting snow is expected, and brief blizzard conditions are also possible, especially along the Outer Banks.
Kinston Police Department arrests suspect in armed robbery at Circle K
On January 18, 2025, at approximately 2:31 AM, officers with the Kinston Police Department (KPD) responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Circle K convenience store located on W Vernon Avenue. Upon arrival, officers began a preliminary investigation and later transferred the case to the KPD’s Investigation Division for further analysis.
Greenville man arrested on gun charges
On January 17, 2025, Kinston Police Department's A-Squad responded to a report of a subject pointing a gun at the McDonald’s restaurant located on W Vernon Avenue. The suspect was reportedly seen fleeing the scene in a vehicle. As officers made their way to the location, they observed the suspect vehicle traveling on Vernon Avenue near Queen Street and initiated a traffic stop.
Kinston Police Department announces arrest in indecent liberties with a child case
On April 25, 2024, the Kinston Police Department (KPD) received a report regarding an alleged incident of indecent liberties with a child. KPD’s Investigative Division promptly launched a thorough investigation into the matter. After completing the investigation, the case was presented to the Grand Jury.
NWS: Snowfall totals increase as winter storm approaches
***Snowfall amounts have continued to trend upward***, and there is high confidence that we will see accumulating snow across all of Eastern NC starting after sunset tonight and lasting through tomorrow morning. Blowing and drifting snow is expected, and brief blizzard conditions are also possible, especially along the Outer Banks.
Kristy Kelly: Let's stop holding ourselves back
The lies I tell myself—that my work isn’t valuable or my success isn’t earned—are easier to believe than the truths others remind me of: that my words matter and my efforts resonate. Positive reinforcement from people I trust feels fleeting, while self-doubt digs in and lingers.