Kinston will host its first Juneteenth parade this summer, with organizers inviting residents, churches, civic groups, businesses and community organizations to take part in the downtown celebration.
Obituary: Richard Glenn Penuel
Richard Glenn Penuel, 78, was welcomed into his Savior’s embrace on Monday, April 27, 2026. Glenn was born in Wayne County on October 20, 1947, to the late Edgar and Mildred Howell Penuel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his four siblings.
Obituary: Julia Biggs
Julia Biggs, 91, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026. A service of love and remembrance will be held by the graveside at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026 at Fairview Cemetery with Pastor Gabe Mitchell officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
Kinston Police Investigating Fatal Shooting at Carver Courts
On April 27, 2026, at approximately 12:57 a.m., the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of a gunshot wound at 12 building of Carver Courts.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Mike Parker: BBQ Festival on the Neuse: More than pulled pork and good times
This year marks the 45th anniversary of the start of the whole hog cook-off, which has become the largest single event in Kinston and Lenoir County each year. BBQ Fest brings tens of thousands of visitors to this area for food, fun, and music. Those who plan this event include a healthy dose of activities for children, as well.
Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy Returns as Sponsor for LCC Golf Classic
The Lenoir Community College Foundation is proud to welcome back Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy as a sponsor of this year’s annual LCC Golf Classic. Since its inception, this premier event has raised over $700,000 in support of student scholarships at LCC, and Piggly Wiggly Fresh Buy has been a loyal and valued supporter for many of those years.
North Carolina's February Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted February 2026 unemployment rate was 3.8 percent, unchanged from January’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.4 percent.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Stand Up Straight
A prayer partner Minister Linda Greene of New Bern asked me to write about an experience with a flower. A neighbor rang my door bell one day and she and her daughter stood there with a flower to give to me as a a gift.
Gifted Gala showcases student innovation, voice and passion
Lenoir County Public Schools hosted its largest AIG Gifted Gala to date Tuesday, bringing together more than 250 students to showcase the projects and passions that have defined their learning this year.
Southern Bank of Kinston Joins LCC Golf Classic as First-Time Putting Contest Sponsor
The Lenoir Community College Foundation is proud to welcome Southern Bank of Kinston as a first-time Putting Contest Sponsor of this year’s LCC Golf Classic. Since its inception, this event has raised more than $700,000 to support student scholarships at LCC.
Where was Richard Caswell in 1781?
The rationale for writing this article is to provide details on the whereabouts of Maj. Gen. Richard Caswell during 1781. It seems that there are few historians, due to the lack of source material, that attempt to state at any length his location and activities engaged in, so he appears to be somewhat elusive during that period.
Public Notice: Invitation for Bid - Ice cream
The Coastal Coalition, consisting of Carteret, Craven, Pamlico, Jones, and Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Departments are now accepting formal bids for icecream products for the 2026-2027 School Year with the option of renewing for four additional years.
Help Wanted: Executive Director of Lions Industries for the Blind Foundation
The Foundation Board is seeking an energetic experienced executive to lead the newly created Foundation. This 20-hour per week position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Simple Seasonal Meal Recipes
There is no doubt one of the best things about the changing of the seasons is the abundance of fresh local produce. Meals are much easier to prepare and tend to be much lighter and better for our nutritional health.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update for April 25, 2026
The Farmer's Market is open between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm on Tuesday and Saturday.
NCDOT Announces 2026 Bicycle Helmet Initiative Grant Recipients
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation Integrated Mobility Division (IMD) has announced the 2026 grant recipients of the Bicycle Helmet Initiative, a program focused on improving bicycle safety and promoting helmet use among riders of all ages statewide.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Public Notice: Invitation for Bid - Ice cream
The Coastal Coalition, consisting of Carteret, Craven, Pamlico, Jones, and Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Departments are now accepting formal bids for icecream products for the 2026-2027 School Year with the option of renewing for four additional years.
New summer concert series to launch in May
Downtown Kinston Revitalization and The Proof Kinston are collaborating to bring a new summer concert series to Herritage Street in downtown Kinston.