A Greenville man was arrested Saturday evening by the Pitt County Sheriff's Office after allegedly committing a larceny in Lenoir County.
Sold-out Social Media Summit 2025 highlights AI’s impact on business
Magic Mile Media’s Social Media Summit 2025 (SMS2025) brought together business leaders, marketers, students and educators to explore the role of AI in social media and business. Experts emphasized AI’s potential to automate processes, enhance creativity, and transform industries. “If you’re not taking advantage of AI today, your competitors are—and they will win,” said Jason Michael Perry, urging businesses to adopt AI-driven strategies.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying Hull Road vandalism suspect
On Oct. 15, an individual was captured on video damaging property in the 2600 block of Hull Road. The individual was driving a blue sprinter van with an "OPTIMUM" logo on the side.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Friends are Forever
When I was a Freshman in college, I met a classmate from Raleigh named Winnona Swayze. We hit it off and were friends with another Freshman from Hillsborough named Deborah Sarita Cathcart. We all had other pals we knew, but we three had a special connection. Today, 53 years later, we are still friends who stay in touch across the miles.
LCPS releases second Nine Week Honor Roll/Principal’s List names
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to recognize students who made their schools’ Principal’s List and Honor Roll in the second nine weeks of classes this school year. Congratulations to everyone who has been named!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Help Wanted: E-911 Operations Manager
As a member of Emergency Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Central Communications Division is seeking candidates for E-911 Operations Manager.
Lenoir County man arrested for meth possession after SCARR unit stop
A Lenoir County man was arrested Monday after deputies found methamphetamine and other drugs during a vehicle stop. Lance Bowles, 44, was charged with felony drug possession and booked into the Lenoir County Jail on a $5,000 bond.
KPD arrests suspect in attempted Walmart gun safe break-in
Kinston Police and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a suspect attempting to break into a gun safe at Walmart on Feb. 2. Officers quickly arrested Anthony Wooten, 24, who now faces multiple charges.
Kinston man arrested for indecent exposure at Dollar Tree
Kinston Police arrested 30-year-old Shaquille Bryant after he allegedly exposed himself at the Dollar Tree on N. Herritage Street. Officers responded to the report on Jan. 30, 2025, and later apprehended Bryant, who is now being held without bond.
Lenoir County Public Schools adjusts calendar to make up for winter weather
The Lenoir County Board of Education has approved a plan to adjust the school calendar in order to make up for instructional time lost due to recent winter weather. The decision was made at the board's regular meeting on February 3, 2025.
K-9 Zar honored for decade of service in Lenoir County
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.