The following inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
North Carolina's March County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 43 counties in March 2025, increased in 29, and remained unchanged in 28. Hyde County had the highest unemployment rate at 6.8 percent while Camden County had the lowest at 2.8 percent.
GrandCare Systems Partners with Trillium Health Resources to Power New Trillium Ultimate Living Assistant (TULA) Program
GrandCare Systems, a leader in remote monitoring and remote supports technologies, announced a partnership with Trillium Health Resources, a North Carolina Tailored Plan and Managed Care Organization. Trillium Ultimate Living Assistant (TULA) is a statewide award-winning technology program offering personalized enabling devices and remote monitoring and supports to increase independence in community-based settings
BBQ Fest on the Neuse makes history with world record
The 44th annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse made history Saturday as Kinston officially set a new Guinness World Record for the Most BBQ Sandwiches Sold in 8 Hours, with a total of 4,775 sandwiches sold.
Kinston honors four community leaders with keys to the city at BBQ Fest on the Neuse
During the 2025 BBQ Fest on the Neuse, the City of Kinston recognized four community leaders and organizations with the prestigious Mayoral Key to the City, honoring their exceptional service, leadership, and impact on the local and statewide community.
Thousands Flock to Downtown Kinston for 44th Annual Wil King Hog Happenin’ at BBQ Fest on the Neuse
The 44th Annual Wil King Hog Happenin’ at the BBQ Fest on the Neuse brought thousands to downtown Kinston, North Carolina, on May 2–3, 2025, for a celebration of whole hog barbecue, community spirit, and a shared passion for Eastern North Carolina’s culinary heritage.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Strawberries, the Sweetest Treats!
The strawberries are finally here, the first real tasty sign of spring, and aren’t we ready?? The juicy red berries hold the title of the most popular berry in the world. They are also quite versatile; you can enjoy them straight out of the patch, or in strawberry shortcake, strawberry pie, strawberry jam, and so much more.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
First Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) graduation class of 2025
After more than 15 years, the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce the first Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) graduation Class of 2025.
Kinston man in custody after fatal shooting of wife, critical injuries to man and dog
A Kinston man is in custody of Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office investigators after allegedly killing his wife and severely wounding a man and a dog this morning.
Obituary - Arey Wilson Grady Jr.
Arey Wilson Grady Jr. was born on October 9, 1949, in Goldsboro North Carolina to Arey Wilson Grady Sr. and Martha Ernestein Grady. He is now reunited with them in Heaven as with his sister Sue Mungo. He is survived by his loving (and patient) wife of 54 years, Mary Ann Grady, and his sons Arey Wilson Grady III and James “Punk” Grady and his wife Whitney Grady. Arey was a proud grandfather and was lovingly known to his five grandchildren, Sam, Ben, Thomas, Caroline, and Eliza as “Bud”. He is also survived by his sister Laura Cutherbertson and nephew Lee Percise and wife Megan Percise. A service celebrating the life of Arey Grady will be held at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Kinston at 3 PM Sunday, May 4th.
Obituary: Edna Earl Daughety King
Edna Earl Daughety King, born on December 25, 1931, passed away on May 1, at her home. She was surrounded by her children and family. A lifelong member of Armenia Christian Church, she loved her church family dearly. In Lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions can be made payable to Armenia Christian Church.
Kinston man arrested after hiding in outbuilding with firearm
A convicted felon was arrested by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies Tuesday after he was found hiding in an outbuilding with a firearm.
Lenoir Community College Dedicates Radiography Lab in Honor of Caswell Center Foundation
Lenoir Community College held a dedication ceremony on Tuesday, April 29, to celebrate the naming of its Radiography Lab in honor of the Caswell Center Foundation, recognizing the Foundation’s generous support of healthcare education.
Top seniors to keynote Lenoir County Early College High School commencement Wednesday
On Wednesday evening, Mackenzie Hood, Kaylee Sugg and Josue Garcia-Lopez will say a bittersweet farewell to friends and a school they will remember fondly as keynote speakers at their Lenoir County Early College High School graduation ceremony.
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Other Early Settlers
Ancestors of present-day Sutton and Herring descendants of Lenoir County were among the first settlers of greater Bucklesberry in the early to mid-1700s. Joined by many others, an extensive online search (primarily at NClandgrants.com) identified 131 archived deeds and surveys dated 1729 to 1759 for tracts of land in or near Bucklesberry.
Public Notice: Execution sale of Personal Property
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a public sale of personal property as part of an execution issued by the Superior Court of Pitt County (Case #24CVD41: Ruby J. Nethercutt vs. Robert K. Ashton). For sale: 2023 Sea Fox 288 Commander – only 18.4 hours on twin 250HP Yamaha outboards
74th Annual National Day of Prayer held at Grainger Stadium
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, members of the Kinston and Lenoir County community gathered at Grainger Stadium for the 74th Annual National Day of Prayer under the theme "Pour out the God of Hope and be filled."
KPD investigating two early morning break-Ins; suspect sought
On April 25, 2025, at approximately 5:50 a.m., Kinston Police Department officers responded to a breaking and entering at the Greater Kinston Credit Union. Officers arrived to find a damaged door and discovered that a male suspect had entered the building and ransacked the area. At this time, no items have been reported stolen from the bank.
BBQ Fest on the Neuse returns May 2–3 with music, food, and a world record attempt
With just hours remaining until BBQ Fest on the Neuse lights up downtown Kinston, festival leaders and local law enforcement are encouraging attendees to review a few important safety reminders ahead of the May 2–3 event.