Public Notice: Lenoir County Public Schools - The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended
Seniors honored, awareness raised at annual Senior Appreciation Day in Kinston
A crowd filled the Kinston Community Center on Wednesday for the annual Senior Appreciation Day and Elder Abuse Awareness Walk, a community-wide event honoring Older Americans Month and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Held under the national theme “Flip the Script on Aging,” the celebration aimed to both uplift the senior population and raise awareness about the critical issue of elder abuse.
Meet Me: Shayla Nguyen
My fingers shook while I wrote “Monster by Nicki Minaj” on the karaoke sign-up sheet. I mean, what could go wrong? As I stood on stage, my gaze was glued to my feet as the heavy beat dropped. The crowd hushed, watching me in slight confusion as I looked at everything but the 50+ faces in front of me.
Faith Forward with Jason McKnight: Screens & Better Kids
You’d never give a martini to a seven-year-old. No good parent would. Why? Because young minds take time to develop, and we all know that alcohol inhibits that development. America’s drinking age is 21 for just this reason: it takes more than two decades for brains to mature such that they can handle safe consumption of alcohol.
Kristy Kelly: Holiday fatigue
When asked what I’d wanted for Mother’s Day, my answer was simple: To be left alone.
In previous years, I had done all the work to make sure my children were able to give me the Mother’s Day they thought I deserved, and quite frankly, every year it was annoying and exhausting.
2025 Greene Early College High School graduates
Congratulations to the 2025 Greene Early College High School graduates.
Greene County Commissioners meeting: Community events, infrastructure, and broadband clarification
On Monday, May 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM, the Greene County Board of Commissioners convened at the Greene County Operations Center in Snow Hill, North Carolina, to address community initiatives, infrastructure projects, and a public correction regarding broadband services.
Obituary: Yvonne Jacqueline Maynard Kasper
Yvonne Jacqueline Maynard Kasper, 88, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Honey’s Assisted Living in Kinston, NC.
A graveside service will be held at the Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. 164 Longs Plant Farm Rd., Goldsboro, NC 27534
North Carolina Music Hall Of Fame announces 2025 inductees, including Kinston native Clyde Mattocks
This fall, the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame will pay homage to six North Carolinians with their induction into its prestigious Hall of Fame. The 2025 induction ceremony, presented by Visit Mooresville, will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The public is invited to attend the event as the inductees are honored.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
National Treatment Court Month-Let’s celebrate breaking the cycle!
Treatment courts break the cycle of crime and addiction, reunite families, make our communities safer, and to do so at far less cost than jail or prison. That’s why the 9th Judicial District Accountability and Recovery Courts are celebrating the month of May as National Treatment Court Month!
Lenoir County man arrested, found in Possession of Methamphetamine
At approximately 12:51 AM on May 12, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on W Vernon Avenue near Greenbriar Road for a motor vehicle violation. During the stop, officers identified the driver as Ricky Moody, 50, of Lenoir County, who had an outstanding Order for Arrest.
KPD Assists in Arrest Leading to Heroin Trafficking Charges
On May 10, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to a request from the Beaufort Police Department to check the area of Walmart for a vehicle linked to an unauthorized use investigation.
Snow Hill Police Chief blindsided by town’s talks to dissolve police department
SNOW HILL — The Town of Snow Hill is facing growing scrutiny after it was revealed that town officials have been in talks with Greene County leaders to potentially dissolve the Snow Hill Police Department — a development that caught the department’s own chief by surprise and has prompted public outcry.
Brandy Burd honored with UNC Health Lenoir’s 2025 Faye Sugg Award
UNC Health Lenoir recognized Brandy Burd with the prestigious Faye Sugg Award.
Lenoir County births
The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
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!
Mike Parker: When a plan comes together
As the fictional Col. John “Hannibal” Smith, leader of the A-Team, was known to say: “I love it when a plan comes together.” These words best describe the intense effort and planning that goes into making Kinston’s BBQ Fest on the Neuse a success year after year. This year marked the 44th year our city has put on the festival.
Public Notice: Lenoir County Public Schools - The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Public Notice: Lenoir County Public Schools - The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County: