One day I sat in my recliner and hit replay on a video over and over. I'd had a difficult day at dialysis and didn't feel too good as usual. But when I read Mike Parker's column in the Neuse News newspaper, he had included a link that had music I used to sing in Sunday School as a child. Leaning on the everlasting arms. Are you washed in the soul-cleansing blood? There's wonder working power in the blood of the Lamb.
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office proudly celebrated the completion of D.A.R.E. graduations at seven elementary schools throughout Lenoir County, reaching approximately 400 students during the program.
SNOW HILL - Community leaders, state officials, and regional economic development partners gathered Friday morning to celebrate the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Judco Manufacturing Inc., marking another significant milestone for industrial growth and investment in Greene County and Eastern North Carolina. Judco Manufacturing, Inc., an automotive supplier, will create 60 new jobs in Greene County. The company will invest more than $5.3 million in moving its headquarters and research and development operations to Snow Hill.
Greene County commissioners used a recent FY 2026-2027 budget workshop to question spending priorities, employee raises, utility fees, recreation concerns, landfill planning and whether the county should continue funding a lobbyist contract.
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct Psychology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and/or online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct Sociology Instructor (Online) is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Extend the life of your favorite fresh summer produce by incorporating them into spreads, dips and butters. For years I have made apple butter in the fall, but it never occurs to me to use other fruits and vegetables that are ripening to make spreads and butters to enjoy. I have enjoyed homemade garlic butter and even made a strawberry butter. The fresh fruits and vegetables help to brighten many recipes from savory to sweet.
Market Information · Location: 100 N. Heritage Street, Kinston, NC · Hours: Tuesday & Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Greene County Manager Kyle DeHaven has presented a proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget that keeps the county’s property tax rate steady while recommending several fee increases, salary adjustments and targeted spending changes.
Kinston departments requested more than $4.6 million in capital outlay for fiscal year 2026-27, but the manager’s recommended budget funds about $3.9 million.
Lenoir County commissioners discussed the future of the county’s transit system during their FY 2026-27 budget workshop, including a proposed general fund contribution for the first time.
Nell Dail Patrick, of Kinston, passed away on May 27, 2026, peacefully at her home. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 11:00 AM, at Westminster United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends following the service.
Kinston’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2026-27 proposes a lower property tax rate, no increases to major utility rates and the implementation of a new pay and classification plan for city employees.
On Thursday, May 28, 2026, the Kinston Police Department received information regarding social media videos allegedly posted by 43-year-old Justin Church of Kinston that contained threats directed toward law enforcement and judicial officials within Lenoir County.
A proposed renovation of the Lenoir County Courthouse became one of the major points of debate during the county commissioners’ FY 2026-27 budget workshop, as board members weighed building needs against concerns about taxpayer burden.
Tucked beside the Lenoir County Farmers Market sits a red building with a lot of promise.
Lenoir County Manager Michael James recommended increasing Lenoir County Public Schools’ operational allocation to $11 million during the county commissioners’ FY 2026-27 budget workshop.
Kinston property owners would see a lower city tax rate under the recommended fiscal year 2026-27 budget, but the actual savings will depend on each property’s assessed value.
Lenoir County commissioners reviewed a proposed FY 2026-27 budget that would maintain the county’s current property tax rate while funding employee pay adjustments, public safety, school operations, transit needs and several capital priorities.
On May 21, 2026, Jamal Jakes Barnes was arrested for failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements under North Carolina State Law.
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