The Kinston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Delta Research Education Foundation, presented the 2026 Jabberwock Scholarship Pageant on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Kinston Performing Arts Center.
The Academic Records Specialist logs the receipt of all incoming external transcripts, evaluates transcripts for transfer credit, and maintains non-course credits associated with transfer credits.
On June 5, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office A Shift responded to the area of Shep Road in reference to an active disturbance.
This week I was gifted some fresh local raspberries from our Horticulture Specialist and it prompted me to do a little raspberry research. Raspberries will give you a sweet, tangy burst of summer flavor. Raspberries are also packed with antioxidants, fiber and multiple essential vitamins.
Lenoir County Public Schools celebrated 40 high school students who secured paid summer internships during the district's 2nd Annual Workforce Ignite Lenoir Signing Day, highlighting the growing partnership between education and industry in Lenoir County.
Market Information · Location: 100 N. Heritage Street, Kinston, NC · Hours: Tuesday & Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What started as a routine inspection on a KC-130J Hercules at Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) quickly turned into a coordinated, cross-functional team effort to repair and return the aircraft to the fleet on time.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Having fought the good fight and kept the faith, Deborah Ann Killette Rouse, 73, finished the race and ran into the arms of her Savior on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Mrs. Susan Moore Blizzard, age 68, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by the family that she loved with all her heart and without condition. Funeral Services will be held graveside 2 PM Saturday, June 6th, at the Snow Hill Cemetery with her longtime friend and fellow EMT whom she ran many calls with, Larry Head officiating.
RADD, Raising Awareness for the Developmentally Disabled, will host its 5th annual RADD Ride on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in partnership with Boneyard Harley-Davidson and CVMA NC 15-9.
Kinston City Council tabled a rezoning request near Grainger Stadium and approved a conditional special use permit for a convenience store with a kitchen at 515 N. Queen St. during a lengthy meeting Tuesday.
Neuseway Nature Park will mark its 30th anniversary Saturday, June 6, with a full day of family activities, beginning with Kid’s Fishing Day in the morning and continuing with an anniversary celebration in the afternoon.
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners has decided not to move forward with construction of the proposed Riverwalk project at this time after the county was unable to secure all necessary easements through voluntary agreements with property owners.
JONES COUNTY — The Jones County Health Department has confirmed a positive rabies case in a raccoon found near the area of Wyse Fork Road and Highway 41 East.
Sadie Carol Layden Hensley, known to family and friends as Carol, “Monk”, or “Meema”, died on June 2, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at Rouse Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Rouse Funeral Home, with committal following at Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery at 12:00 noon.
Britton Manor will host Summer Nights at the Manor on June 25, featuring live music, late-night snacks, an open coffee bar and full-service bars.
Bill’s Grill & Bar in LaGrange is entering its final week under its current name as the restaurant prepares to transition to new ownership and management.
Lenoir County commissioners will hold a June 15 public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 county budget before possible adoption.
Blizzard Storage Solutions is offering a June-only storage special for new rentals at all three of its Kinston locations.
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