On September 27, 2025, at approximately 8:59 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a report of a larceny.
Mike Parker: In October 250 years ago, American Navy was born
Although the American Revolution was still in its fledgling stages in 1775, several important events took place. A number of skirmishes and battles demonstrated the resolve of the colonies to resist what they saw as British oppression.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Help Wanted: Financial Aid Advisor
The Financial Aid Advisor is responsible for helping students complete financial aid applications and other necessary forms, requesting and processing confidential documents, answering phones and handling inquiries, assisting veterans with the veterans' benefits process, and submitting electronic data to the Veterans Administration.
Event: 1st Annual Pepsi Superball Classic Golf Tournament
Registration is still open for the "1st Annual Pepsi Superball Classic Golf Tournament" hosted by "Fairfield Through the Years". Contact Josh Bass (josh.bass@kinstonnc.gov 252-939-3335) to register or for more information
Help Wanted: Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
The Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management is responsible for the administration and management of the admissions process, procedures, communications, reports, and records for all curriculum programs.
Public Notice: Fire Alarm Infrastructure Repair or Partial Replacement – North Lenoir High School
The Board of Education of Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified contractors for the repair or partial replacement of the fire alarm infrastructure at North Lenoir High School. The intent of this project is to bring the fire alarm system into compliance with applicable codes and regulations while utilizing all currently available, functional resources where possible.
From the Desk of Senator Brent Jackson, September 25, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
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 Terrific Kid Awards!
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help Wanted: Financial Aid Advisor
The Financial Aid Advisor is responsible for helping students complete financial aid applications and other necessary forms, requesting and processing confidential documents, answering phones and handling inquiries, assisting veterans with the veterans' benefits process, and submitting electronic data to the Veterans Administration.
Event: Afternoon English Tea at the CSS Neuse Museum
The CSS Neuse Museum is delighted to announce an exclusive Afternoon English Tea event on October 11, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. This intimate gathering, limited to 24 participants, offers a unique blend of culinary delights and historical insight. Reservations are required due to limited seating, and the cost is $25 per person.
Help Wanted: Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
The Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management is responsible for the administration and management of the admissions process, procedures, communications, reports, and records for all curriculum programs.
Public Notice: Fire Alarm Infrastructure Repair or Partial Replacement – North Lenoir High School
The Board of Education of Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified contractors for the repair or partial replacement of the fire alarm infrastructure at North Lenoir High School. The intent of this project is to bring the fire alarm system into compliance with applicable codes and regulations while utilizing all currently available, functional resources where possible.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for September 27, 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.
Lenoir County building permits
The following building permits were issued in Lenoir County:
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Spooktacular Halloween Treats
October first is just around the corner and that means the countdown is on for Halloween!! Children of all ages look forward to the time honored tradition of wearing a great costume and trick-or-treating! There is no excitement quite like coming home with a bag full of free candy, but it is still important to keep your kids safe and the inevitable “sugar rush” manageable.
Public Notice: Fire Alarm Infrastructure Repair or Partial Replacement – North Lenoir High School
The Board of Education of Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified contractors for the repair or partial replacement of the fire alarm infrastructure at North Lenoir High School. The intent of this project is to bring the fire alarm system into compliance with applicable codes and regulations while utilizing all currently available, functional resources where possible.
Obituary: Louise Hughes Hodges
Louise Hughes Hodges of Dover, North Carolina left her earthly home on September 24, 2025. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all her caregivers in the last few months from Bayada Home Health, especially Azaria Jenkins and in the final weeks Pruitt Health Palliative and Hospice Care.
Trafficking Arrest Made After Citizen Complaint
The Lenoir County SCARR (Street Crime and Rapid Response) Unit has made two arrests following an investigation that originated from a citizen complaint regarding suspected illegal drug activity in the county.