The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
BJ Murphy: The Real Crisis in Kinston Isn’t Politics, It’s Participation
As my family prepares to move just outside of La Grange, I realize this election season marks the last time we’ll vote in a City of Kinston mayoral race. That simple fact carries some weight. For me, it’s more than a change of address. It’s a moment to pause and reflect on what’s happening to the city I still love. So, here’s some real talk.
Xi Beta Upsilon members tour Monticello in Charlottesville
Fun visit to tour Monticello. Xi Beta Upsilon members traveling to Charlottesville include Donna Grady, Sandra Thompson, Jan Fly, Lois Charlton, Jessica Shimer, Sandra Braxton, Debbie Smith, and Diane Bowen.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Farmers Market update for October 25, 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: Rooting for Rutabaga!
Rutabaga is another one of those “love ‘em or hate ‘em” vegetables, I am not on the love ‘em side but I know many who are. I have tried them every way I know how and roasting was the best but you must eat them hot! So, what do you do with a rutabaga?
Lenoir County births
The following births were registered with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Rep. Chris Humphrey Proposes State-Backed Emergency SNAP Relief During Federal Shutdown
State Representative Chris Humphrey (R-Lenoir, Greene & Jones) announced today that he is pursuing a proposal that would use a small portion of North Carolina’s reserve funds to provide temporary emergency SNAP assistance to eligible families during the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Housing Repair Loan Program
We are pleased to announce that the City of Kinston has been awarded funding from the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency for the 2027 Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool Project (ESFRLP27). ESFRLP27 provides home repair assistance through a 0% interest, deferred-forgivable loan. The loan is forgiven in equal portions each year for up to five years, as long as the homeowner continues to live in the home.
Lenoir County statement on federal government shutdown and local operations
As of October 1, 2025, the federal government has entered a shutdown due to a lapse in appropriations. While this situation develops, Lenoir County departments remain focused on maintaining operations and providing accurate information to residents.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office seeks the public’s help locating a Missing Person
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 30-year-old Justin Maurice Bright of Goldsboro.
Lenoir commissioners advance riverwalk plan, approve PIO job and EMS contract
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners on Monday, Oct. 20, approved a slate of budget items and contracts, set a public hearing for a proposed campground, and received an update on the Kinston Riverwalk project that is pushing toward construction funding by June 2026.
Kinston council hears citizen tax concerns, adopts downtown master plan proposal
Property taxes and neighborhood conditions dominated Tuesday night’s Kinston City Council meeting, where residents voiced frustrations over rising costs before council members approved several measures, including a downtown master plan proposal and a new city investment policy.
Harper’s Helpers brings joy to children at Duke Hospital
What began as a second-grade service project has grown into a heartwarming annual mission of kindness for one Kinston family.
Obituary: Evelyn Lorena Adams
Evelyn Lorena Adams passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia, at the age of 92 years. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held at Evergreen Memorial Estates in Grifton, NC on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 2pm with a reception to follow at the cemetery.
Kareem Moore discusses vision for Kinston in mayoral race interview with Neuse News
Early voting is officially underway for North Carolina’s 2025 municipal elections. Voters in Lenoir and Greene counties can cast their ballots starting Thursday, Oct. 16, ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Jane Phillips: 250 Years Ago, in Dobbs County During the American Revolution
In Kinston (Kington) 250 years ago in October 1775, Dobbs County (now Lenoir County) was a time for Patriot political organizing and militia preparations for the American Revolution. While both Patriots and Loyalists initially declared loyalty to the King, they differed on the terms for remaining British. Patriots believed in their natural rights and the British Constitution, arguing for fair treatment and reconciliation, but prepared for armed resistance if those terms were unmet. Loyalists, in contrast, were often intensely loyal to the Crown and feared the anarchy that might result from a break with British rule.
Public Notice: Resolution of Intent to Permanently close unopened right of way of Windham Drive
WHEREAS, the Town of La Grange has received requests from adjoining property owners to permanently close an unopened portion of a right-of-way identified as Windham Drive, which has never been constructed or opened for public use
ElectriCites Awards Grant to City of Kinston for Downtown Revitalization
Downtown Kinston Revitalization has been awarded a Downtown Revitalization grant from ElectriCities to support the redesign of the Buddy and Mary Mac Ritch All-American City Park. The overall project will involve aesthetic and functional enhancements like benches, tree planting, lighting along the railway, an internally-lit sculpture, a sensory path, and new signage.