On January 26, 2026, at approximately 9:51 a.m., Kinston Police Department A-Squad responded to the 600 block of Airport Road in reference to a motor vehicle collision.
NCDOR Opens 2026 State Income Tax Filing Season, Begins Accepting 2025 Returns
Raleigh, N.C. - Today, along with the Internal Revenue Service, the N.C. Department of Revenue officially opens the 2026 individual income tax filing season and begins accepting 2025 returns. Taxpayers who file state returns electronically will receive acknowledgements.
Murphy Introduces Legislation to Boost American Cotton Consumption
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., introduced the Buying American Cotton Act, alongside Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL), legislation to create a tax credit to incentivize the consumption of products made with American-grown cotton.
Josie Phelps Named to Dean's List at University of Maryland Global Campus
Josie Phelps of La Grange was named to the Dean's List for the fall 2025 term at University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.
NWS: Watching the potential for another weekend storm
While it is WAY too early for too many specifics, the trend continues to increase that we may see at least moderate impacts in our area.
Obituary: Joyce High
Ms. Ellen Joyce High, beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, and Nana, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 19, 2026, while at her home in Wichita Falls, Texas. Funeral Services will be held 2 PM Thursday, January 29th, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service in Snow Hill, with Pastor John Robert Harris officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home.
Obituary: Jeff Radford
La Grange- Jeffery Craig Radford, 69, was welcomed home on January 23, 2026. The family will receive friends for a time of fellowship and visitation on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home.
Obituary: Nancy Carol Crawford Hannah Smith
Mrs. Carol Crawford Smith of Magnolia Cottage, Dover, North Carolina, passed away on January 23rd, 2026. No formal service is planned at this time. Mrs. Smith’s ashes will be interred at a graveside service in Iron Duff at a later date.
KPD Arrests Suspect in Arson Investigation at Carver Courts
On January 22, 2026, at approximately 8:09 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad were requested to assist the Kinston Fire Department with a vehicle fire in the parking lot of Carver Courts.
LCPS releases second Nine Week Honor Roll/Principal’s List names
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to recognize students who made their schools’ Principal’s List and Honor Roll in the second nine weeks of classes this school year. Congratulations to everyone who has been named!
Mike Parker: Join the Navy and see a world of local history
On February 6-8, the CSS Neuse Foundation will offer a special event for those interested in local history from 1861 through 1865. The CSS Neuse Foundation is responsible for the CSS Neuse II, a full-scale replica of the original CSS Ram Neuse. This ironclad gunboat was outfitted and stationed here in Kinston.
Greene County opens first inclusive playground at recreation complex
SNOW HILL — Greene County officials marked the opening of the county’s first inclusive public playground Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Greene County Recreation Complex.
Lenoir County births
The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Veteran Column: G.I. Joe's Celebrating MLK Day
The morning air was cold, but the G.I. Joe’s Veteran’s Museum was warm, filled with murmur of stories shared. The museum was usually loud in the mornings due to veterans sharing stories and jokes, but on Monday morning, it got very quiet.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Rep. Chris Humphrey: The HWY 58 Connector
I hope you and your family are doing well as we start the new year. It’s been a busy month here in Raleigh and across Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties, and I’ve continued working on the issues I hear about most from folks back home.
Obituary: Alan Wallace
Alan Wallace, 73, of Kinston, NC, passed away on January 20, 2026. A memorial service will be conducted Thursday, Jan. 29, at 2pm in the Edwards Funeral Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: A Kale You Will Love
If you are a little leery of eating kale, thanks to one of our local farmers, I have found your answer to adding Kale to your diet. It’s Lacinato or Dinosaur kale is a dark green leafy vegetable. Dino kale has an earthy, nutty flavor. It doesn't have the same strong bitterness as other varieties of kale, though it is still there. The sweetness helps offset that and makes it more approachable.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
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!