Mrs. Nancy Ormond Jernigan, age 87, passed away Wednesday morning, May 13, 2026, at Greendale Forest Nursing Center in Snow Hill. A lifelong resident of Greene County, she was born February 27, 1939, the daughter of Charlie F. and Anna Davis Ormond.
Obituary: Phyllis Kay Smith
Phyllis Kay Smith, of Grifton, formerly of Atlantic Beach, passed away peacefully at home on May 9, 2026 at the age of 78. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 16, at 2 pm at Sharon United Methodist Church, Kinston. The family will receive friends following the service.
Obituary: Ronald Keith Everett
Ronald Keith Everett, a beloved husband, father, stepfather, brother, and grandfather, passed away on May 9, 2026, in Alexandria, Louisiana. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date to honor this remarkable man whose legacy lives on through each life he touched.
NCEDA forum brings emerging economic development leaders to Kinston
Emerging economic development professionals from across North Carolina gathered in Kinston this week for the 2026 Emerging Executives Forum, a two-day event hosted by the North Carolina Economic Development Association and presented by ECS Southeast and the Lenoir County Development Alliance.
UNC Health Lenoir Earns 4-Star CMS Rating
UNC Health Lenoir has been awarded a 4-star rating by CMS, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. CMS is the federal agency that provides health coverage to more than 160 million people through Medicare, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program, and the Health Insurance Marketplace. CMS works in partnership with the entire healthcare community to improve quality, equity, and outcomes across the healthcare system.
Public Notice: LCPS Request for Quote: RFQ2026H- Heated Equipment Maintenance and Repair
"In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Public Notice: LCPS request for Quote - Refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair
Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Department’s current refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair contract will expire June 30, 2026. This request for quote is being released to allow eligible vendors an opportunity to submit a quote for refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair needs.
Public Notice: Neuse Regional Water and Sewer Authority
The Public is hereby advised that the Executive Director will be submitting the Proposed Budget for the Neuse Regional Water and Sewer Authority (NRWASA) for FY2026/2027 to the Directors of the Authority. Copies of the Proposed Budget are on file at the office of the NRWASA. The Budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours until the Budget Ordinance is adopted. The office of the NRWASA is located at 2811 Barrus Rd, La Grange, North Carolina 28551.
Public Notice: Neuse Regional Water and Sewer Authority
The Public is hereby advised that the Executive Director will be submitting the Proposed Budget for the Neuse Regional Water and Sewer Authority (NRWASA) for FY2026/2027 to the Directors of the Authority. Copies of the Proposed Budget are on file at the office of the NRWASA. The Budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours until the Budget Ordinance is adopted. The office of the NRWASA is located at 2811 Barrus Rd, La Grange, North Carolina 28551.
Public Notice: RFQ-Northwest Elementary School Auditorium Rooftop Heat Pump HVAC System Replacement
Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting quotations from qualified HVAC contractors for the replacement of the existing HVAC system serving Northwest Elementary School Auditorium.
Obituary: Donald Drew Humphrey
Donald Drew Humphrey, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at the family home. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Rouse Funeral Home with Pastor Ray Brown officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
Narcotics Investigation Leads to Arrest of 56-Year-Old Kinston Man
On May 11, 2026, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit arrested Antonio Strong, 56, of Kinston on outstanding warrants stemming from an investigation into the distribution of illegal controlled substances in Lenoir County.
LCPS Announces 2025-2026 Summer Programs for Middle and High School Students
Lenoir County Public Schools is inviting students to take part in its 2025-2026 summer programs, offering a wide range of academic and enrichment opportunities for rising sixth through 12th grade students.
Kinston police arrest Deep Run man following vehicle pursuit
On May 12, 2026, at approximately 7:59 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department's D-Squad were patrolling the area of Adkin Street and Tower Hill Road when they observed a vehicle run a stop sign at the intersection.
Public Notice: LCPS Request for Quote: RFQ2026H- Heated Equipment Maintenance and Repair
"In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Public Notice: LCPS request for Quote - Refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair
Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Department’s current refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair contract will expire June 30, 2026. This request for quote is being released to allow eligible vendors an opportunity to submit a quote for refrigerated equipment maintenance and repair needs.
Public Notice: RFQ-Northwest Elementary School Auditorium Rooftop Heat Pump HVAC System Replacement
Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting quotations from qualified HVAC contractors for the replacement of the existing HVAC system serving Northwest Elementary School Auditorium.
A player known for dishing out assists, Viking coach passing out praise after state-title win
Perry Tyndall has a habit of deflecting praise. Winning another state basketball championship last month – Kinston High School’s seventh since 2008 – has made more demands on the coach’s natural modestly.
Obituary: Carolyn Cole Dunn
Carolyn Cole Dunn, 85, passed away on May 11, 2026, in Goldsboro, NC. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 6-7 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Kinston, NC, with the service to follow immediately after.
Greene County Celebrates Opening of New License Plate Agency in Snow Hill
After four years without local DMV services, Greene County residents can once again handle vehicle registrations, tag renewals, and title work close to home. Local officials and community members gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the county’s new license plate agency, located at 415 U.S. Highway 13 South, Suite C, at Laney Wood Place in Snow Hill.