The threat for severe thunderstorms continues to increase for Monday, March 16. This has the potential to be a significant severe weather event. In addition to tomorrow, there is a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms Sunday and Sunday night.
Dr. Edwin Little honored in Pink Hill as he retires after decades of service
Pink Hill residents gathered to honor Dr. Edwin Little as he retires after more than four decades of serving the community, marking the end of an era for one of the town’s longtime physicians.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Lean Back & Let Go
When I was young, my camp counselor at the Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Camp taught me how to relax into floating on my back in the swimming pool. The body of water seemed so big to me then. I felt the need to control my little body in it. But the wise counselor taught me how to allow the water to support me. And when I followed her advice, swimming became easy peasy. She simply said to "Lean back and let go."
LCSO: Border-to-Border DWI Checkpoint Conducted on US 70
During the evening of Friday, March 13, 2026, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office in partnership with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office conducted a Border-to-Border DWI Checkpoint on US 70 at the Wayne/Lenoir County line.
Hickory Grove Church (9)
Hickory Grove was organized as a Free Will Baptist (F.W.B.) congregation by 1841. Evidence suggests they met as a house church until their building was constructed around 1860. Although it continued as an F.W.B. work throughout the 1840s and 1850s, little is known about Hickory Grove during the 1860s.
Obituary: Michael Lee Bridwell
Michael Lee Bridwell, of Emerald Isle, North Carolina, passed away on March 11, 2026, at the age of 66. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, March 22 at 3:00 PM at Emerald Isle Baptist Church.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Pink Hill Festival Committee plans two Easter weekend events
PINK HILL — The Pink Hill Festival Committee is preparing for a full Easter weekend with two community events scheduled for March 27 and March 28 in Pink Hill.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is a holiday known for parades, shamrocks and all things Irish. From leprechauns to the color green, thousands of Irish Americans gather with their loved ones on St. Patrick's Day to share a "traditional" meal of corned beef and cabbage. Some even celebrate with Shepherd’s pie.
Rooted Willow Studio opens in downtown Kinston with art, heart and community in mind
For Amanda Stroud, Rooted Willow Studio (RSS) is more than a new business. It is the realization of a dream shaped by family, grief, creativity and a deep belief in the power of art to bring people together.
Lenoir County Board of Education recognizes student, staff achievements and reviews spring plans
The Lenoir County Board of Education opened its March 9 meeting with debate over board procedure before shifting into a lengthy celebration of student and staff achievements across Lenoir County Public Schools.
Rep. Greg Murphy: March updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
This week in 1947, Winston Churchill delivered his famous “Sinews of Peace” speech in Fulton, Missouri, warning of the “Iron Curtain” and highlighting the growing tensions that would define the early years of the Cold War.
2026 Jabberwock Scholarship Pageant
Kinston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to Present the 2026 Jabberwock Scholarship Pageant in Partnership with Delta Research Education Foundation.
Early College Student Turns Love of Dance Into Service for Seniors
For Halle Powell, dance has always been a big part of her life. In recent years, it has also become a way to bring joy and connection to others.
Public Notice: Kinston Housing Authority Advertisement for Bids
Sealed proposals will be received by the KINSTON HOUSING AUTHORITY for the CAPITAL FUND PROJECT NC 004-50124 AND NC 004-50125 until 3:00 PM, THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026, and immediately thereafter publicly opened and read for the furnishing of labor, material and equipment entering into the HVAC Replacement project. Scope of work will consist of, but is not limited to, the following items:
LCSO: Identity Theft Investigation Leads to Arrest in Lenoir County
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Johnston County woman following an investigation into an identity theft case involving a Lenoir County resident.
Lenoir County Public Schools invites community to all-county art show
Lenoir County Public Schools (LCPS) is inviting the community to attend its All County Art Show tonight as part of Arts in Our Schools Month.
Obituary: John David Grady, III
John David Grady, III, PE, RLS, CSP passed away at his Walnut Creek home surrounded by his loving family on March 10, 2026. A service of love and remembrance will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Garris Chapel Church with Pastor Gabe Mitchell officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service in the Family Life Center, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Committal will be held at the Grady Family Cemetery in Albertson at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026.
Narcotics Investigation Leads to Arrest of Lenoir County Man
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 46-year-old Lenoir County man following a joint narcotics investigation into the distribution of illegal controlled substances.
Obituary: James Robert “Rabbit” Fulghum
James Robert “Rabbit” Fulghum, 87, of Snow Hill, NC, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon, March 10, 2026, surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday, March 14th, at the James R. Fulghum Athletic Complex Baseball Field with the Reverend Kelley Smart officiating. The family will greet friends following the service. The interment will be held privately at the Snow Hill Cemetery.