The following births were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Help Wanted: Adjunct Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
The Adjunct Industrial Systems Technology Instructor is responsible for teaching skills necessary to train Industrial Systems Technology students to work in industry. This individual will provide quality and industry standard instruction through the use of seated, online, and lab courses at the Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing Center.
Lenoir County 4-H Brings Embryology to Life in Local Classrooms
Lenoir County 4-H has been bringing the science of embryology into local classrooms for many years, and this year was no exception to the fun and awe this program delivers. This year, 26 classrooms across Lenoir County public and private schools participated in the hands-on experience, giving students a unique opportunity to witness the life cycle of chickens firsthand.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: KickBall Event Promises Fun & Fitness
The Young Professionals of Lenoir County are sponsoring a KickBall Tournament on April 25, 2026 at Fairfield Park. It promises to be a lot of fun as well as an opportunity for networking.
Eastern Carolina Firefighters Association Makes History in Greene County
The Eastern Carolina Firefighters Association (ECFA) held its quarterly meeting Thursday night at the Snow Hill Rural Fire Department, marking a historic milestone for the organization, which is in its 101st year of existence. The gathering drew approximately 130 attendees, filling the firehouse to capacity and requiring extra chairs to be brought in from an adjoining conference room. Members from 8 of Greene County’s 11 volunteer fire departments were in attendance.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Help Wanted: Adjunct Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
The Adjunct Industrial Systems Technology Instructor is responsible for teaching skills necessary to train Industrial Systems Technology students to work in industry. This individual will provide quality and industry standard instruction through the use of seated, online, and lab courses at the Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing Center.
Lions’ Strides walk raises more than $12,000, highlights pageant volunteers
The annual Strides walk continues to bring community support to diabetes awareness efforts in Kinston, with this year’s event raising more than $12,000 so far and still accepting donations, according to Strides Chair Sharon Axelberg.
Southern Roots RV Park and Campground coming to La Grange
A new family-owned RV park and campground is in development at 3291 Kennedy Home Road in La Grange, according to a post on the Southern Roots RV Park and Campground Facebook page.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County:
KPD Identifies Suspect in Carver Courts Shooting
On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to the Carver Courts area in reference to a report of shots fired.
Obituary: Marie Williams
Lois Marie Tilghman Williams, 83, was welcomed into the presence of her Lord on Thursday, April 9, 2026. A service of love and remembrance will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Tanglewood Church of God with Pastors Allen Stocks and Allen Ham officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Obituary: Lester Lee Carter III
Lester Lee Carter III, age 68, of Surf City, NC passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026 in Seven Springs, NC. There will be a Celebration of Life from 4:00 to 8:00 pm on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Neighbors Bar, 507 Simpson St. Greensboro, NC 27401.
Matt Lococo: Why Leandro matters to everyone…
This past week the North Carolina Supreme Court rulled that the Leandro Case was unconstitutional in forcing the General Assembly to fully fund education equally in the state of North Carolina. As an educator and as a republican I have been living in a sense of division for several years. This action by the conservative majority has single handley dealt the largest blow to education in our great state in decades.
Hookerton Approves Reserve Funds to Help Fire Department Purchase Upgraded Truck
The Town of Hookerton held its regular board meeting on Tuesday, April 7, at the town hall.
Walstonburg Commissioners Hear Audit Report, Discuss Tree Removal and Zoning Violations
The Walstonburg Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday, April 7th, at Town Hall.
Letter to the Editor: "Easter is a Reminder"
Evelyn Dove Coleman's piece, "Easter is a Reminder" calls us to remember Jesus set the example of how to live a life pleasing to God, and that is why Passover--not Easter--reminds us of the Savior's sacrificial love He demonstrated so fully by becoming our Passover (I Corinthians 5:7).
PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice for Children with Disabilities in Private/Parentally-Placed and Home Schools
The Private School Meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2026 at 3:30 p.m - 5:00 p.m. with Georgia Maready, EC Director. If interested in attending the meeting please call Michelle Sutton at 252.527.1109 by Friday, April 13, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to consult with private schools and parents of parentally-placed private school students as well as home schooled students
Obituary: John Michael “Mike” Stout III
John Michael “Mike” Stout III, 71, passed peacefully from this life into life anew with his Lord early on Thursday, April 9, 2026 while surrounded by his family. A memorial service to honor Mike’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 902 Church with Pastor Ryan Vernon officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
Snow Hill Commissioners Approve Funding to Complete Park Pickleball Courts Amid Cost Updates
The Snow Hill Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, to review and address updated costs for the town’s Splash[ad project, focusing on the construction of pickleball courts and related expenses.