The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners and Sheriff’s Office celebrated K-9 Zar’s career at Monday’s meeting. The 12-year-old German Shepherd retired after more than a decade of tracking suspects, locating narcotics, and assisting law enforcement.
Kinston police seek public’s help in locating burglary suspect
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the community’s help in finding William Marcus Gunter, 30, who is wanted in connection with multiple break-ins. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact KPD or Crime Stoppers.
Lenoir County EMS wins Battle of the Badges blood drive challenge
In a remarkable display of community spirit and teamwork, the Lenoir County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) clinched the top spot at the Battle of the Badges, an initiative organized by Greene Lamp’s 9/11 Day of Service Program on 1/30/25.
Thieves crash stolen U-Haul into People's Pawn, steal silver and firearms
Authorities are searching for two suspects who crashed a stolen U-Haul truck into the back of People's Pawn early Sunday morning, Jan. 26, before making off with a significant haul of coins and firearms.
Sheriff warns of jury duty phone scam in Greene County
Sheriff Sasser would like to advise the Citizens of a current phone scam that has been circulating within the County. Scammers have been posing as Law Enforcement and advising victims that they have missed Jury Duty and have to pay a fine or a warrant will be issued for their arrest.
Obituary: Robert Louis Bright
Robert Louis Bright died peacefully in his home in Kinston, NC on January 23, 2025 with loving family by his side. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. The family will receive friends in Moseley Hall following the service
Jones County School Ownership Transferred in Ceremony
TRENTON — The Jones County K-12 school's ownership was officially transferred from the developer, First Floor, to the Jones County government in a ceremony on Monday, February 3, 2025. The event marked the culmination of a public-private partnership that resulted in the construction of a state-of-the-art, energy-positive school facility.
Kinston man arrested on cocaine trafficking charges after investigation
A month-long narcotics investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, with help from the Kinston Police Department’s Violent Crimes Action Team (VCAT), resulted in the arrest of a Kinston man with multiple warrants for trafficking cocaine on Friday.
Kinston gas station employee arrested on drug distribution charges
A woman suspected of dealing narcotics at an area convenience store where she was employed was arrested Thursday on almost a dozen felony and misdemeanor charges.
Mike Parker: From slavery to freedom to writer
When I was still teaching, I came across an interesting narrative I had never seen before – a chapter from a book written by an Igbo child who was abducted, held in slavery in Africa, and then sold as a slave in the New World.
Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid awards
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's last Terrific Kid Awards!
Goldsboro teen arrested after stealing laptop, tossing it in pool
An 18-year-old is behind bars after breaking into a vehicle with a flat tire, stealing a laptop and then throwing it into a swimming pool in Goldsboro in an attempt to conceal his crime.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Humphrey appointed to several key committees in North Carolina House
On Wednesday, House Speaker Destin Hall appointed Representative Chris Humphrey (R – Lenoir, Greene, Jones) to several key committees for the 2025-2026 legislative session in the North Carolina House of Representatives.
Healthy Aging Series
Alzheimer’s is a scary and often misunderstood brain disease. Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging but it still affects seven million Americans and is the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S. Despite this, there is ongoing promising research into early diagnosis and prevention, making it possible for us to better understand this disease.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of Lenoir County residents who have recently passed away:
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Early Settlers–The Suttons (Part 2)
John Sutton, Sr. (1720/30–bef.1773) was the first of his paternal line to migrate from Bertie County, NC to Bucklesberry in the mid-1700s. Several documents in the Clellan Sutton Collection prove his rightful status as an early settler.
Lenoir County deputies recognized for traffic safety enforcement efforts
Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers would like to recognize the deputies who were awarded certificates of recognition in January for their performance in the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) Statewide Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP).
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Super Bowl Fare
Super Bowl LIX is rapidly approaching and so does the search for n the very best in new snack recipes, with the added bonus of being a bit more healthy or low in calories and carbohydrates! I’ve done the searching for you; hope you will enjoy!!
Lesley Rigsby RN: Heart Health
Are you aware that the heart pumps about 1.5 gallons of blood per minute? That is a total of around 2,000 gallons per day. By pumping blood through the body, it provides oxygen and nutrients to all tissues. So, it is easy to see how important it is to keep your heart healthy and working well.