The Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant is an esteemed annual event in Kinston, North Carolina, celebrating the talent, poise, and community involvement of young women in the area.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help Wanted: Instructional Assistant – Greene County Center
The Instructional Assistant – Greene County Center provides administrative support for all aspects of the center to ensure each department has what they need to provide high quality service to students and the surrounding community.
Taylor Hill among Mississippi State University's fall 2024 graduates
MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS (02/12/2025)-- Taylor Hill, of Deep Run, NC, is among approximately 1,500 students graduating from Mississippi State University in fall 2024, with commencement in December.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: What’s in Season is Broccoli
It may be February and while we don’t have quite the large selection of fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, we still have some great choices, like carrots, cauliflower, sweet potatoes and one of my favorites, broccoli
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfer were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Kinston Fire and Rescue training sparks curiosity
A Valentine’s Day blaze in Kinston caught the attention of residents as smoke billowed from a structure fire around lunchtime. Social media quickly buzzed with speculation about the source of the flames, but it was all part of a preplanned training exercise by the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue.
Obituary: Rachel Herring Dawson
Rachel Davis Herring Dawson, 90, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Thursday, February 13, 2025 while in the comfort of her home. A service of love and remembrance will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Rouse Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Broadwell officiating. Committal will follow at Fairview Cemetery with Pastor Bob Smith officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 10:00 a.m.
BJ Murphy: It’s Time to Modernize North Carolina’s Public Notice Laws
When Mrs. Smith tried to post a legal notice about her late husband’s estate, she experienced a headache undeserving of a widow. Neuse News could have offered a quick, affordable solution, but NC’s archaic laws forced her to use a slow, expensive weekly print newspaper with a shrinking number of subscribers.
Public Notice: Request for Proposals NCDPS JCPC Continuation Funding
The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council having studied the needs of juveniles in the county hereby publish this Request for Proposals
Help Wanted: Kings Restaurant - Waiters and Waitresses
Now hiring waiters and waitresses at Kings Restaurant located at 405 E New Bern Rd, Kinston, NC 28504.
Kinston man sentenced for indecent liberties with minor
A Kinston man was sentenced earlier this month for indecent liberties with his 15-year-old stepdaughter.
Obituary: Roger Glenn Kennedy
Roger Glenn Kennedy of La Grange, 69, entered heaven on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. He was born in Lenoir County on September 12, 1955. The funeral service will be held at Howard Carter Funeral Home on Friday, February 14, 2025 at 12:00 pm. The burial will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Kinston Police seek help identifying suspects in Dollar General break-in
KPD Seeks Assistance in Identifying Suspects in Break-In at the Dollar General
Kinston Police warn residents about cryptocurrency scams targeting victims
A variety of cryptocurrency scams, many involving Bitcoin ATMs, have recently been reported in the Kinston area. Police urge citizens to be on their guard as scammers have succeeded in stealing thousands from citizens.
Nooherooka Natural to open farm market in Snow Hill
SNOW HILL — Nooherooka Natural, a seventh-generation family-owned farm, is opening a new storefront in Snow Hill, bringing its pasture-raised Angus beef and heritage pork directly to the community.
LCPS announces four finalists for 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year
LCPS has officially started the process of selecting our 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year!
Edenton man arrested in Lenoir County on drug trafficking charges
An Edenton man was arrested in Lenoir County over the weekend on felony and misdemeanor drug charges.
Tickets on sale for Anne of Green Gables!
Don't miss your chance to experience Anne of Green Gables performed by our talented 4th–12th grade students!
Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.: February updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
February updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.