News — Neuse News

At 12:20 am, Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue was dispatched to the area of Stroud Avenue and Stadium Drive for a reported structure fire. Crews arrived on scene to a working fire from a single-story wood frame residential structure. All occupants were out of the structure

Mar 3

Mar 3 Obituary: Christopher David Briley

Christopher David Briley, 56, of Hubert, NC passed away in Morehead City, NC on February 5, 2025. A graveside service was held at Westview Cemetery in Kinston at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2025, officiated by Dr. James R. Chandler, Jr.

Mar 3

Mar 3 Greene County School Board Vice Chairman selected as special guest for Presidential Address

NC News, Local News

U.S. Rep. Don Davis has selected Brandon Johnson, vice chairman of the Greene County Board of Education, as his special guest for the President’s Address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday.

Mar 3

Mar 3 Melissa Dixon appointed as Greene County’s New Elections Director

The Greene County Board of Elections has announced the appointment of Melissa Dixon as the county’s new Elections Director. Dixon, a lifelong Greene County resident, will officially begin her role on Monday.

Mar 3

Mar 3 Mike Parker: Brace yourself: Busy weekend coming up!

Mike Parker

Local News, Columns

For those who complain that “there’s nothing to do in Kinston,” brace yourselves for this coming weekend.

Mar 3

Mar 3 Early buzz for BBQ Fest on the Neuse as registrations sell out fast

With over two months to go until the BBQ Fest on the Neuse, excitement is already at an all-time high. The annual festival, set for May 2-3 in downtown Kinston, has seen record-breaking interest from vendors, cook teams, and sponsors alike.

Mar 3

Mar 3 Lenoir County land transfers

Matters of Record, Local News

The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:

Mar 3

Mar 3 Get the Scoop Sets Grand Opening for March 20 in Maysville

MAYSVILLE – Ice cream lovers, rejoice! Get the Scoop has announced its highly anticipated grand opening, set for Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 602 Main St.

Mar 2

Mar 2 South Lenoir Alumni Isabelle Vernon receives NCCSS Student Teacher of the Year

When Isabelle Vernon found out that she won the North Carolina Council for Social Studies Student Teacher of the Year award, she was in disbelief.

Mar 2

Mar 2 Espionage, Intrigue, and Fine Dining: Female Spy Dinner Theater Comes to Kinston

Press Release

Step into the world of espionage and experience a night of history and intrigue at the Female Spy Dinner Theater! Hosted by the Friends of the CSS Neuse, this exciting event will take place on Friday, March 7, 2025 and Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the CSS Neuse Museum, located at 100 North Queen Street, Kinston, NC 28501.

Mar 2

Mar 2 Lenoir County death notices

Matters of Record

The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:

Mar 1

Mar 1 Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Revisiting the Mediterranean Diet

Tammy Kelly

Local News, Columns

Many years ago, the Mediterranean Diet jumped into popularity showing up as clearly the best way to eat to increase your longevity. A true “Mediterranean Diet” consists mainly of fruits and vegetables, seafood, olive oil, hearty grains, and other foods that fight against heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes, and cognitive decline.

Mar 1

Mar 1 Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Early Settlers–The Herrings

Dr. Joe Sutton

Columns

The proven patriarch of generations of present-day Suttons in Lenoir County was John Sutton (1720/30-bef. 1773). An early settler of Bucklesberry, he arrived around 1745-1750. Not the only settler, though, nor the first, evidence suggests that ancestors of the Herring family line of Lenoir County preceded John Sutton's arrival.

Mar 1

Mar 1 Lenoir County restaurant inspections

Matters of Record, Local News

The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:

Mar 1

Mar 1 Obituary: Mary McRae Dale Parrott

Howard-Carter Funeral Home

Mary McRae Dale Parrott of Kinston, NC, born October 20, 1948, entered into the loving arms of Jesus on February 27, 2025. Visitation will be held at Faith Fellowship Church on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 4-6 pm, and her homecoming service will also be held at Faith Fellowship Church on Monday, March 3, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Private family burial.

Feb 28

Feb 28 Obituary: Brian C. Harrell

Edwards Funeral Home

Brian C. Harrell, 59, of Kinston, passed away on February 25, 2025. A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 2nd, 2025, 3PM, at Edwards Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Feb 28

Feb 28 Obituary: Ursula M. Johnson

Edwards Funeral Home

Ursula M. Johnson, 88, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. A graveside service will be conducted Friday, Feb. 28, at 2pm at the Mausoleum at Pinelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Thursday, Feb. 27, from 5-7pm at Edwards Funeral Home.

Feb 28

Feb 28 Kristy Kelly: I’m not financially stable enough for a felony

Columns

Being in a woman in her 40s is like playing emotional roulette. Which level of crazy are you going to get when you act foolish toward me? Spin the wheel and find out!

Feb 28

Feb 28 Kinston Police Department partners with volunteer to tackle cold cases