On December 7, 2025, at approximately 9:24 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad were dispatched to Walmart in reference to a larceny.
UPDATED: Current list of 2026 Primary candidates for Lenoir, Greene and Jones Counties
The filing period for North Carolina's 2026 municipal elections opened Monday, December 1, 2025 marking the official start of the campaign season for dozens of local offices across Lenoir, Jones and Greene counties. Candidates seeking election to partisan and nonpartisan offices have until noon on Friday, December 19 to file with their respective county boards of elections.
Lenoir County Courthouse to open on delayed schedule on Tuesday, Dec. 9
Due to weather conditions, the Lenoir County Courthouse and all divisions within, will open at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, December 9, 2025. Court proceedings will resume at 11:00 a.m.
Three Suspects Arrested in Burglary on Hodges Farm Road
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 10:01 p.m., deputies from A Shift of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported burglary at 2833 Hodges Farm Road. The reporting party advised that a male and female were observed unlawfully on the property and removing items from a trash dump area.
Kinston traffic stop leads to arrest of man wanted in Georgia
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 2:12 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on the 100 block of E. Highland Avenue involving 36-year-old Darnell Foster.
Kinston traffic stop leads to large THC and marijuana seizure
On December 5, 2025, at approximately 8:57 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of N. Queen Street involving 30-year-old Wasim Ismail of Wilmington, NC.
Mike Parker: Christmas brightened hearts in Kingston
What DID Christmas look like around these parts 263 years ago, before the Revolution and our struggle for independence? At that time, this area was part of Dobbs County and pledged its allegiance to King George III.
Light snow expected across eastern North Carolina Monday, forecasters warn of possible slick roads
The National Weather Service office in Morehead City reports high confidence that a light snow event will develop across portions of eastern North Carolina today, December 8. Rain moving in late this morning is expected to transition to a wintry mix and then to snow from northwest to southeast through the afternoon.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Greene County Commissioner Derek Burress Elected Chairman of State Rehabilitation Council; Maybee to Lead New Legislative Committee
Greene County Commissioner Derek Burress has been elected Chairman of the North Carolina State Rehabilitation Council (SRC), ushering in a new era of leadership for the advisory body responsible for guiding statewide vocational rehabilitation policies and programs.
NCDOT: 2025 NC By Train Santa Train Ready to Roll
RALEIGH – Families can celebrate the holidays by getting on board NC By Train’s Santa Train on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Event: A Queen Street Christmas
You’re invited to the 24th Annual Christmas Concert, A Queen Street Christmas, at Queen Street United Methodist Church
Join us Saturday, December 13, or Sunday, December 14 for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration. Doors open at 5:00 p.m.; the concert begins at 6:00 p.m.
Snow Hill Primary announces Terrific Kids
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.
La Grange Christmas Parade scheduled for Dec. 14, livestream planned
LA GRANGE — The La Grange Christmas Parade will roll through town on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 3 p.m., with this year’s event livestreamed by Magic Mile Media. BJ Murphy and Aleatha Thrower will host the broadcast, joined by parade organizer Tyrone Morgan and La Grange Mayor Bobby Wooten.
Obituary: Gwendolyn Faye Curtis
Gwendolyn Faye Curtis, 86, passed away on Wednesday 3, 2025. Graveside service will be held at Westview Cemetery in Kinston on December 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM.
Disturbance at Family Dollar Leads to Arrest of Intoxicated Suspect
On December 2, 2025, at approximately 3:33 p.m., officers from Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to the Family Dollar on Plaza Boulevard in reference to a reported disturbance involving a store clerk and 18-year-old Les-Lee Dauwen.
Marginal risk for wintry weather Friday
Potential for wintry weather continues to look marginal for tomorrow, with the greatest risk being across extreme western Pitt and Martin Counties from 4am - 9am Friday morning.
Pink Hill's 65th annual Miss Merry Christmas to be held December 7th
As the Christmas season arrives in Pink Hill, one of the town’s most beloved traditions returns for its 65th year: the Miss Merry Christmas contest. Since 1960, this event has highlighted young women from the community who embody the spirit of service, kindness, and giving back.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Fonda's Attitude About Death
Jane Fonda talked to Michelle Obama on her podcast about how she feels about dying. Jane has been famous for decades and had famous parents also. In the podcast, she spoke matter-of-factly about believing in living fully and accepting that one day this life as it is ends. Her attitude is one of logic.