On August 15, 2026, Lenoir County Narcotic Detectives along with S.C.A.R.R (Street Crimes and Rapid Response) and D-shift deputies initiated a traffic stop on Jasent Jurgensen, 48, of Beulaville, North Carolina.
Obituary: Robert (Bobby) Ray Dail
Robert (Bobby) Ray Dail, Jr., 86, of Deep Run passed away at home in the afternoon hours of Saturday, August 15, 2026. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 23, 2026 at Garner Funeral Home with Pastor Jimmy Sowers officiating. Visitation will follow the funeral service.
Lenoir County Development Alliance unveils strategic plan for economic growth
The Lenoir County Development Alliance unveiled its new economic development strategic plan Monday during a lunch event at the Aviation Center for Excellence at Lenoir Community College.
KPD Weekend Recap: A/C Squads
Here’s a look at some of the calls and traffic stops handled by A/C Squads over the weekend.
North Carolina moving toward mobile driver licenses
North Carolina is moving toward allowing residents to carry a digital version of their driver license on a mobile device as part of a broader effort to modernize the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles.
Mike Parker: Hidden gem adds a 250th touch
Three years ago, the N.C. State Master Gardeners started the Lenoir County Children’s Garden near the museum at the Richard Caswell Memorial at 2612 West Vernon Avenue in Kinston.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Health-Evoking Friends
When someone shows you who they are, believe them. Normally, what is on the inside of a person will somehow reveal itself. We just have to pay attention. We cannot rule out little hints of a person's true character. My mother used to say, "If you squeeze a lemon, lemon will come out." In other words, don't squeeze a pineapple or a pear and expect to get a cup full of grape juice. Popeye said I yam what I yam.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Announces Promotions
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the promotions of four dedicated members of our agency. Each has demonstrated a strong commitment to public service, leadership, and the citizens of Lenoir County throughout their careers.
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Hickory Grove Church (19)
Withdrawal from the Union Baptist Association (U.B.A.) in 1884 did not mean Hickory Grove had rejected Baptist church beliefs altogether. Reportedly without a conference home that year, Hickory Grove continued to publicly operate as an Independent Baptist Church, absent external U.B.A. governance and oversight:
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update August 15, 2026
Saturday's vendor lineup includes Robin's Nest, B&B Eggs, TJ Designs, TC Smith, Julie Babbin, Holy Granola, and Rodney “Pork Skin Man.”
High-visibility patrols lead to arrest and juvenile charges
In response to concerns from the community and the Kinston Housing Authority, KPD officers conducted high-visibility patrols in and around public housing communities last night. Those patrols led to the following:
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce: The Good Stuff, August
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce newsletter, The Good Stuff - August 2026
Rep. Greg F. Murphy, M.D.: Updates from ENC and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter here.
Walmart Kinston celebrates longtime employee’s retirement
Walmart Kinston is celebrating the retirement of longtime employee Randy after 28 years with the company.
Deep Run Man Arrested for Methamphetamine
On August 12 at approximately 8:00 a.m., KPD’s B-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Dr. MLK Jr. Boulevard for a motor vehicle violation.
Obituary: Ray Sinclair Barbre, Jr.
Ray Sinclair Barbre, Jr., passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on August 10, 2026, at The Service League of Greenville Hospice House. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 14, at 1:30 PM at Queen Street United Methodist Church, with Rev. Kim Johnson presiding. Interment will immediately follow at Westview Cemetery in Kinston. The family will receive friends at Kinston Country Club for a reception in Ray’s memory following the graveside service.