In response to a recent statement from the Mayor of Kinston defending the proposed FY26 budget and property tax rate increase, North Carolina House Representative Chris Humphrey issued the following statement:
Arrest made after child found in roadway -- second incident in 48 hours
On June 8, 2025, Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a report of a toddler in the roadway near 130 S. Queen Street. Officers quickly located and secured a 2-year-old child and contacted Lenoir County DSS for assistance.
NCDOT: Temporary closure for Lenoir County bridge
Contractors for the N.C. Department of Transportation will temporarily close Airport Road over Briery Run next week at a box culvert.
LCPS Class of 2025 sets records, celebrated across five graduation ceremonies
The Lenoir County Public Schools Class of 2025 was celebrated in five graduation ceremonies over the past month, culminating Saturday with nearly 600 students receiving diplomas from South Lenoir High School, Kinston High and North Lenoir High.
Man arrested after leading patrol deputies on high speed chase
A man who led detectives from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office’s Street Crimes and Rapid Response (SCARR) unit and patrol deputies on a high speed chase was arrested last week.
Spring 2025 LCC President's and Dean's Lists
The following students have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List at Lenoir Community College for Spring Semester 2025.
Kaitlin Beratto Named to UA Little Rock Spring 2025 Dean's List
LITTLE ROCK, AR-- Kaitlin Beratto of Kinston, NC, has been named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Mike Parker: ‘Pomp and Circumstance’ takes off again
I had a break from high school graduations after my oldest four grandchildren earned diplomas. Courtney was first, followed by Haley, Taylor, and Jaxen. Jaxen’s graduation coincided with COVID, so he had no real commencement ceremony until he finished his degree at Johnston Community College. As you may recall, I call my first four grandchildren “The Old Guard.”
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Jones County Commissioners approve FY2026 Budget, move to rebid lawn care contract
Trenton — The Jones County Board of Commissioners approved the fiscal year 2026 budget and agreed to rebid the county’s lawn care contract following public concerns over transparency and bid specifications during a regularly scheduled meeting Monday night.
Lenoir County moves forward with Caswell Site lease for recreation project
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Monday to approve a lease agreement with the State of North Carolina for a portion of the Richard Caswell Memorial Historic Site, paving the way for a new public recreation project in Kinston.
Cormya Baker Named to the Spring 2025 Dean's List at Georgia State University
ATLANTA, GA -- Cormya Baker of Kinston (28504) was named to the Spring 2025 Dean's List at Georgia State University.
Obituary: David Randall Huggins
David Randall Huggins, 76, of Kinston, NC entered into eternity on June 6, 2025, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro, NC. A funeral service will be held at Tanglewood Church, 2102 Rouse Road, Kinston NC, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM with visitation to follow.
Letter to the Editor: Correcting misconceptions about Kinston’s FY26 Budget
I feel compelled to address recent statements made by Lenoir County Commissioner Keith King and North Carolina House Representative Chris Humphrey regarding the City of Kinston’s proposed FY26 Budget and property tax rate. As the Mayor of Kinston, I believe the public deserves a clearer and more complete understanding of the facts, particularly those that were not fully explained or were presented without proper context.
Lenoir County Farmers Market update for June 7, 2025
The Lenoir County Farmers Market, located at 100 N. Herritage Street, will be open Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Savor Summer with fresh juicy ripe red tomatoes
Tomatoes are hitting peak season and even though tomatoes are available year round they are never quite as tasty as they are during peak season. There is nothing like biting into a vine-ripened red beauty, especially if you grow it yourself!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Lenoir County man receives 10 year sentence for armed robbery
A Lenoir County man received a 10-year sentence Thursday for an armed robbery he committed last year.
Snow Hill Police Department release on shooting incident
On 06/04/25 at approximately 4:50pm, SHPD was dispatched to the 500 block of Jordan Ave. to investigate a reported shots fired call. Minutes later, Corporal Payton and Chief Smith arrived on scene and secured the area for investigative purposes.