Kinston Police Department released its arrest recap for March 19-21, 2026.
Ag Day gives sixth graders insight into a key aspect of Lenoir County’s economy and lifestyle
How do cows and pigs contribute to medical care? What’s the recipe for photosynthesis? Why are green plants green? How do snakes hear? If you’re stumped, ask the 600 LCPS sixth graders that turned out to learn this week at Lenoir County’s first-ever Ag Day.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Mike Parker: ‘Life’s Little Instructions’ struck pedagogical pay dirt
Thinking back to the years I spent as a classroom teacher sometimes makes me proud. One of a teacher’s most gratifying experiences is giving students an assignment that seems to resonate with them – well, most of them.
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!
LCSO: Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Two on Outstanding Warrants
On March 21, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office received information from concerned citizens regarding possible wanted subjects in the area of Hardy Bridge Road.
LCSO: Traffic Stop Leads to Fentanyl Arrest
A traffic stop conducted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, Street Crimes and Rapid Response (SCARR) Team, resulted in the arrest of a Goldsboro man on narcotics charges.
Help Wanted: Controller
The Controller will be responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting, and reporting activities. The Controller will lead all day-to-day finance operations and supervise a team of staff members including functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and purchasing.
How One Clever Impostor Helped Kingston Rethink the Crown
In 1772, Kinston was still known as Kingston, a small backwoods town with big hopes and muddy streets. News did not travel fast, but gossip did. So, when word spread that the sister of the Queen of England was coming through town, you can imagine the excitement. Royalty in Kingston!
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Focus On The Good
I was reminded the other day that some people were not taught to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Some people did not attend Sunday School or have parents who drilled the Golden Rule into them. They bully their way through life making up stories to fit what their goals are. They lie on people with no regard to what it does to the other person. As long as they get what they want, they steam-roll over and through others to get it.
Abigail Hull Elected to Membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
BATON ROUGE, LA (03/16/2026)-- Abigail Hull of Kinston, North Carolina, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at East Carolina University.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have passed away in Lenoir County:
Prolec GE Waukesha breaks ground on $140 million Wayne County expansion
WAYNE COUNTY – Prolec GE Waukesha officials joined state and local leaders today to celebrate the groundbreaking of a major expansion at the company’s Goldsboro facility. The project represents a $140 million capital investment and will create 330 new jobs while significantly increasing production of medium power transformers.
Help Wanted: Controller
The Controller will be responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting, and reporting activities. The Controller will lead all day-to-day finance operations and supervise a team of staff members including functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and purchasing.
Women’s History Month spotlight: Dr. Kimberly Outlaw-Starkey serves and leads
As Women’s History Month continues, Dr. Kimberly Outlaw-Starkey’s work on the Lenoir County Board of Education stands as both a local milestone and an example of service rooted in learning, advocacy and public education.
Save Our Historic Fremont School
Fremont Elementary School has been a part of our community’s story for more than a century. Built in 1923 through the dedication and generosity of Fremont’s citizens, the school has educated generations of children and served as a gathering place for families and neighbors alike.
Kinston native graduates from Georgia State University
Cormya Baker of Kinston graduated in Fall 2025 from Georgia State University with an Associate of Science degree in Business Administration.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Why Choose Protein for Lunch?
For a couple of years or more protein has been the buzz word for dieting, especially among the aging population. What are the benefits of increasing the amount of protein in your diet and what are some ways to do it safely?
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Event: The EPIC Center's Walk 4 Life & 5K
The EPIC Center invites the community to participate in the Annual Walk 4 Life & 5K on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Lenoir Community College in Kinston. The event begins at 8:00 AM, rain or shine, and welcomes runners, walkers, families, churches, and community groups of all ages.