On June 18, 2025, at 8:59 PM, officers with the Kinston Police Department's D-Squad responded to the Nature Center on King Street Extension following a report of an individual walking in the roadway.
Kinston City Council adopts FY 2025-2026 budget with increase of property taxes
The Kinston City Council adopted its annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year 2025-2026 Tuesday, following a public comment period that highlighted community concerns about property taxes and the allocation of city funds. The approved budget includes an increase of more than $3,000,000 in Ad Valorem tax revenues.
Kinston man sentenced to up to 28 years for 2023 murder of Jaliek Pridgen
On June 2nd, 2025, Donteon Foye entered into a plea agreement and pled guilty to one count of Second Degree Murder in the shooting death of Jaliek Pridgen, which occurred on October 19, 2023. As part of the plea agreement, Foye also pled guilty to two counts of Malicious Conduct by a Prisoner.
Lenoir County Board of Commissioners approves FY2025–26 budget with increase of property taxes
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners on Monday approved the county’s Fiscal Year 2025–2026 operating and capital budget following a brief public hearing during which no residents spoke. The approved budget includes an increase of more than $3,000,000 in Ad Valorem tax revenues.
Contentnea-Savannah selected for multimillion, statewide Golden LEAF Initiative
Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School is one of 15 middle schools in the state chosen to participate in a comprehensive five-year, $25 million statewide project to boost math instruction and career development. The Golden LEAF Schools Initiative, announced Thursday by the Golden Leaf Foundation and the N.C. Department of Public Instruction (DPI), will provide CSS and the 14 other participating schools with intensive coaching, resources and support, according to the announcement.
A deeper look into the cast of Anastasia
This summer, journey through time with Anastasia: The Musical as it takes center stage at Lenoir Community College’s Briley Auditorium. Based on the beloved animated film and the legendary mystery of the Romanov family, the show follows Anya, a young woman with no memory of her past, as she teams up with two schemers to discover her true identity.
UNC Health Lenoir honors dedicated team members at annual Service Award Banquet
UNC Health Lenoir celebrated its outstanding team members during the annual Service Award Banquet on June 10th, recognizing 74 employees for their unwavering dedication, with milestones ranging from five to an exceptional 50 years of service.
Onslow County woman charged with felony possession and drug paraphernalia
An Onslow County woman has been arrested by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office and charged with felony possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
Derek Burress: Greene County Commissioners tackled recreation, safety, veterans’ services, and legislative concerns at June 16th meeting
On Monday, June 16, 2025, the Greene County Board of Commissioners convened at the Greene County Operations Center, 229 Kingold Blvd., Suite D, to address a comprehensive agenda focused on recreation, public safety, veterans’ services, infrastructure, and state legislative issues impacting local governance.
Trey Cash selected as the 2025 Emerging Leader of the Year
The North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region is proud to announce that Trey Cash, Economic Development Director for Greene and Lenoir Counties, has been selected as the 2025 Emerging Leader of the Year by the North Carolina Economic Development Association.
Traffic stop leads to heroin and fentanyl trafficking arrest
On June 17, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad conducted a traffic stop on the 200 block of West New Bern Road for a registration plate violation. During the stop, officers discovered that the driver, Joseph Carr, 58, of North Augusta, South Carolina, did not possess a valid driver’s license.
Disturbance call leads to arrest at local convenience store
On June 17, 2025, at approximately 1:22 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a report of a disturbance at Sam’s Mini Mart, located at 1419 North Queen Street. The disturbance involved a verbal altercation between the store clerk and a customer.
Kristy Kelly: The Red Queen gets married
There’s something deeply humbling about being wrapped in the love of an entire town—a thousand small acts that made our wedding day unforgettable. From the moment my eyes opened on the morning of June 13, it was clear that someone had already come through and smoothed the way.
Obituary: Clara Jean Bradshaw Smith
Clara Jean Bradshaw Smith, 91, passed away June 16, 2025, surrounded by her family at Kitty Askins. A service of remembrance will be held on June 26, 2025, at 2 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Kinston.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were field with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
From first-day jitters to 30 years of impact, LCPS celebrates 952 years of service
Her first day as a teacher, Emma Hunter had her doubts. And a major case of the jitters. Sympathetic students pulled her through.
Anastasia: The Musical brings magic and mystery to the LCC Turner Stage
This summer, journey through time with Anastasia: The Musical as it takes center stage at Lenoir Community College’s Briley Auditorium. Based on the beloved animated film and the legendary mystery of the Romanov family, the show follows Anya, a young woman with no memory of her past, as she teams up with two schemers to discover her true identity.
Kinston Police Arrest Suspect in June 2 Shooting
An 18-year-old Kinston man has been arrested in connection with the June 2 shooting that left two people injured. Jaymeon Foye faces multiple felony charges, including attempted first-degree murder. Kinston Police located and arrested Foye on June 16 without incident, and no further arrests are expected.
Obituary: Peggy Dunn Moore Eubanks
Peggy Dunn Moore Eubanks, 79, of Kinston, passed away on June 3, 2025, at home surrounded by family and loved ones after a hard-fought battle with a recent cancer diagnosis.
Public Notice: Public Hearing for 2025-2026 Recommended Tourism Development Authority Budget
Notice is hereby given that the Kinston-Lenoir County Tourism Development Authority will hold a Public Hearing at 1:50 pm on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at the Kinston-Lenoir County Visitor & Information center, 101 East New Bern, Kinston NC 28504.