On June 18, 2026, at approximately 8:37 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department's B-Squad conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Plaza Boulevard and North Queen Street.
Disturbing Video Prompts Investigation by Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident connected to a video that was recently shared on the Word of Mouth Kinston Facebook page.
Kinston accepts urgent repair funding for low-income homeowners
The Kinston City Council approved post-award documents Tuesday for a $137,500 urgent repair program expected to help low-income homeowners with safety-related housing repairs.
Kinston council approves MLK Boulevard rezoning after questions about future use
The Kinston City Council approved a rezoning request Tuesday for property at 708 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. after council members questioned what could eventually occupy the vacant former convenience store.
Public Notice: Legal Notice
A copy of the proposed budget for Trillium Health Resources for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 has been submitted to the Trillium Governing Board and will be available for public inspection from June 1 to June 25, 2026, at the Trillium Health Resources office at 514 E. Main Street, Beulaville, NC 28518.
Letter to the Editor: Nothing the City buys is free
It seems that every year when the City of Kinston’s budget is discussed, the same misconceptions surface. Many of the loudest critics appear to misunderstand what a municipal budget is actually designed to do.
Kinston approves $116.3 million budget with 4-cent tax rate reduction
The Kinston City Council approved the city’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget Tuesday, setting the property tax rate at 69 cents per $100 of valuation. The adopted rate is a 4-cent reduction from the current rate. The total budget is $116,310,700 after internal service funds are removed.
Event: Summer Nights at the Manor
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.
Bundle & Bloom plans late August storefront opening in Deep Run
DEEP RUN — What began as a small business offering gift bundles, custom gifts and shirts is preparing to grow into a storefront in Deep Run.
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Hickory Grove Church (15)
From nearby Duplin County, Rev. James D. Cavanaugh (1837-1904) was a Baptist minister who dabbled in politics. He lost his 1882 race for a seat in the N.C. House of Representatives. In October 1883, Hickory Grove chose him as pastor to succeed Rev. B. W. Nash:
NC House Huddle: House Republicans put ratepayers first
Newsletter for the NC House.
Lenoir County moves to four-year property reappraisal cycle
Lenoir County will move from an eight-year real property reappraisal cycle to a four-year cycle after officials said shorter cycles could help reduce sticker shock for property owners.
Lenoir County approves fire department payment plan after sales tax distribution errors
Lenoir County commissioners approved a payment schedule to address more than $1.8 million in sales tax distribution discrepancies involving several volunteer fire departments.
Sponsored: June storage specials with Blizzard Storage Solutions
Blizzard Storage Solutions is offering a June-only storage special for new rentals at all three of its Kinston locations.
Help Wanted: Public Health Nursing
As a member of the Lenoir County Government Health Department, you can make an impact! The Health Department is seeking candidates for several levels of Public Health Nursing within the Health program.
Help Wanted: Child Protective Services Social Worker
Jones County Department of Social Services Recruiting Child Protective Services Social Worker
Obituary: Louie Henry Johnson Jr.
Mr. Louie Henry Johnson Jr. went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 8, 2026, at the age of 53, with the love of his life standing beside him.
Obituary: Sue Carol Dail Alexander
Sue Carol Dail Alexander, 91, of Franklinton passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, June 12, 2026. A funeral service of love and remembrance is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:00 am in the chapel at Rouse Funeral Home (108 N. Caswell Street, La Grange, NC) with Reverend Ben Rouse officiating.
Vehicle Crash Leads to DWI Arrest
While conducting proactive patrols, officers with KPD's A-Squad located a vehicle that had collided with a light pole at Greenbriar Road and W Vernon Avenue. Officers made contact with the driver, identified as 41-year-old Martha Guardiola, and initiated an investigation into the incident.