The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Letter to the Editor: Agriculture and the races on your ballot
Farming is a big part of the economy in Lenoir, Greene and Jones Counties, and the people who write the state’s laws and decide its court cases shape how farm families work. Early voting runs through 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, and Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Three places on your ballot matter to farms.
Who wins on election night? Watch live with Neuse News on Nov. 3
The votes will be cast. The campaigns will be over. Then comes the part everyone has been waiting for: the results.
Join BJ Murphy and Catherine Hardee at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, for the annual Neuse News Election Results Show, bringing live results, analysis and commentary to viewers following the races that will shape Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties.
John Wiggins focuses on teacher pay, recruitment and board transparency
Lenoir County school board incumbent John Wiggins emphasizes teacher pay, recruitment, compensation for retired teachers serving as substitutes and open discussion in board meetings.
KPD: Fraud Investigation Leads to Arrest
On October 29, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to First Citizens Bank regarding a fraud in progress.
Neuse Regional Libraries Launch Media Conversion Service to Preserve Community Memories
Neuse Regional Libraries are helping community members safeguard their personal histories through a Media Conversion Service, which enables patrons to digitize older analog media formats. This initiative offers an accessible and reliable way to preserve family memories, historic recordings, and unique audio collections before they are lost to time.
Kinston native Shelia T. Solomon named Women Techmakers ambassador
Kinston native Shelia T. Solomon has been named a Women Techmakers ambassador in the 2026 Technovation cohort, according to a news release.
E.B. Frink Middle School Student transported to hospital after reporting feeling unwell
A student at E.B. Frink Middle School was transported to the hospital Thursday afternoon, October 29, after reporting feeling unwell shortly before dismissal, according to a statement released by the school.
Historical Preservation Group Marks 25 Years of Preserving the Past: Part One
Three Widows, a Hippie, and the Two Gentlemen and the Beginning of the Save the Civil War Battlefield Movement in Lenoir County
Bob Brinson emphasizes affordability, jobs and rural health care
Republican state Sen. Bob Brinson is seeking reelection in District 3, emphasizing lower taxes, defense-related jobs, rural health care and completion of Interstate 42.
Obituary: Carly Kristen Humphrey
Carly Kristen Humphrey, 28, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center, surrounded by the love and presence of her parents. The family will receive friends at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in the South Lenoir High School Gymnasium, followed by a funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Vance rallies Republicans in Kinston ahead of Nov. 3 election
Vice President JD Vance urged Eastern North Carolina voters to support Republican candidates Wednesday, pairing memories of his Marine Corps service with a closing campaign message focused on jobs, public safety and the role of government.
Roy A. Dawson outlines priorities for District Court
District Court candidate Roy A. Dawson discusses his legal experience, courtroom accountability and priorities for serving Lenoir, Greene and Wayne counties.
Obituary: Richard "Dicky" W. Howards
Richard "Dicky" W. Howard of Goldsboro NC, passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 86. He passed peacefully at Barbour Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Smithfield, NC, following a lengthy illness.
Jones County Public Schools mourns loss of one of their own, Carly Humphrey
Jones County Public Schools is mourning the loss of school social worker Carly Humphrey, who passed away following a battle with cancer.
South Lenoir FFA celebrates national achievements at 99th National FFA Convention
Members of the South Lenoir FFA Chapter traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana, October 20–24, 2026, to attend the 99th National FFA Convention & Expo. Throughout the week, members had the opportunity to represent their chapter, compete on the national level, and celebrate outstanding achievements.
La Grange juvenile charged in motor vehicle break ins
On October 6 and October 7, 2026, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office received multiple reports of vehicles being broken into and items taken from the vehicles. Detectives with the General Investigations Division conducted multiple follow-ups and interviews following the initial reports. During the investigation, detectives identified one of the suspects as a 15-year-old male from La Grange.
North Lenoir brings ‘White Christmas’ to the stage Nov. 5-8
North Lenoir High School’s drama department will bring holiday music, dancing and a message of love to the stage with performances of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” Nov. 5-8.
UNC Health Lenoir Now Offering Surgery for Heartburn and Acid Reflux
Patients dealing with frequent heartburn and acid reflux now have another treatment option close to home. UNC Health Lenoir is now offering surgery to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly known as GERD.
Event: Eastern North Carolina BBQ plate sale
Bethel Christian Academy's Senior Class will host an Eastern North Carolina BBQ plate sale on Friday, October 30, beginning at 11:00 a.m. and continuing until sold out. Plates are $15 and include freshly cooked BBQ, slaw, potato salad, cornbread, and pound cake.