Betty Lou Barfield Trimboli, 86, of Kinston, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arendell Parrott Academy at 1901 Dobbs Farm Rd., Kinston, NC 28504 or Queen Street United Methodist Church at 500 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501.
On February 28, 2026, at approximately 6:00 a.m., a male and female suspect stole several items from a business located in the 7500 block of Highway 70, outside the Town of La Grange.
These hearty, filling vegetarian soups are so packed with protein, fiber, and savory depth that you will not miss the meat. Not only are they hearty and satisfying, but they can also be easily prepared ahead of time, making them a great option for busy weeknights. From creamy, slow-cooker favorites to protein-packed chilis, these recipes offer a satisfying, swarm you up from head to toe feeling that makes for a perfect, complete meal.
On Friday, February 27, a Duplin County woman was arrested following an investigation into the theft of multiple firearms from a Lenoir County residence.
On January 30, 2026, the Department of Social Services filed a report with the Kinston Police Department regarding a 2-year-old child who sustained a broken arm and was taken for medical treatment. During the medical evaluation, staff also discovered evidence of an older fracture.
On February 28, 2026, KPD’s A-Squad responded to a residence in the 800 block of West Washington Avenue in reference to a 911 call involving 43-year-old Justin Church. Officers had responded to the residence multiple times throughout the day.
On February 17, 2026, the Kinston Police Department received a report from UNC Lenoir Health Care regarding a victim being treated for serious injuries stemming from an assault that occurred at Sanderson Farms. The investigation revealed the victim’s injuries were consistent with being struck in the face with a pistol.
On February 27, 2026, at approximately 8:10 a.m., KPD's C-Squad officers responded to a reported disturbance involving a possible stabbing at a residence.
In the modified words of “Cat’s in the Cradle” by Harry Chapin, “I long since retired” as a teacher. In June of 2011, I said my good-byes to students and staff at Farmville Central High School and entered the wonderful world of retirement.
The Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library will host its book sale beginning Saturday, March 7. The sale will continue Monday, March 9 through Wednesday, March 11.
Kinston City Council will meet Tuesday, March 3, for its regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 207 E. King St. The meeting will be held in person and live-streamed on the city’s YouTube channel, @thecityofkinston, and aired on KTV, the local government channel.
As Career and Technical Education Month comes to a close, one North Lenoir High School senior is a shining example of what CTE can do.
The 1841 meeting minutes of the annual Bethel Free Will Baptist (F.W.B) Conference held in Sampson County, NC, included a letter from Hickory Grove Church of Bucklesberry.
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's Terrific Kid Awards!
The Rotary Club of Kinston is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for our Community Service Grant Program for 2026.
The Greene County Board of Commissioners will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, March 2, at the Greene County Operations Center in the commissioners’ meeting room at 312 S.E. Second St. in Snow Hill.
Ava Privette Cooke, 91, of Kinston, passed away on February 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior.
Kaleb Mashke was arrested Feb. 25, 2026, in a joint investigation involving the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, the Naval Criminal Investigative Service and the FBI, according to a statement from the sheriff’s office.
It is simply amazing to me how many old friends have been separated by miles or work but have come back into my life. I even wondered if my family had sent out a message from one of my old address books, but they had not. It is just part of the universe.
District 1 has always been home to me. I was raised here. I raised my children here. Today, I am proud to be watching my first grandchild grow up here. The future of our schools matters deeply to me, not just as a candidate, but as a parent, a grandparent, and a lifelong member of this community.
Edward Earl Pate, age 65, passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 25, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro. Funeral Services will be held 11 AM Friday, February 27th, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Jeff Hayes officiating. The Committal will be held privately at the Mewborn Cemetery where Earl will be buried with his parents. The family will receive friends in the hour prior to the service from 10:00 – 10:50 AM Friday.
Mr. Thomas Carol King, Jr., affectionately known as “Tom,” passed away on Wednesday morning, February 25, 2026, at UNC Lenoir Health Care in Kinston, North Carolina, at the age of 76. Funeral Services will be held 2 PM Saturday, February 28th, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Jerry Pike officiating. Committal Services will immediately follow at the Mewborn Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday in the hour prior to the service from 1:00 – 1:50 PM.
Early in-person voting in Lenoir County totaled 2,102 ballots cast through Feb. 25, based on daily tallies provided by election officials. With 37,540 registered voters in the county as of the state’s Feb. 21 registration snapshot, that early-vote total equals about 5.6% of registered voters so far.
In recent years, public trust in institutions, including law enforcement, has been strained. People have every right to ask hard questions of the government. But no community is better off when disagreement turns into harassment, threats, or assaults on public servants.
Neuse Regional Libraries is rolling out a slate of programs tied to America 250, the nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Lenoir Community College announces its participation in the UnitedHealthcare Future Leaders in Health Scholarship Program, a new initiative aimed at training the next generation of rural healthcare professionals.
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., applauds the historic wins and policy priorities highlighted by President Trump in his State of the Union address to Congress.
In recent years, public trust in institutions, including law enforcement, has been strained. People have every right to ask hard questions of the government. But no community is better off when disagreement turns into harassment, threats, or assaults on public servants.
Neuse Regional Libraries is rolling out a slate of programs tied to America 250, the nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Melanie Morgan, who has led Neuse Regional Libraries since November 2018, has been selected as the next director of the New Hanover County Public Library system, according to a New Hanover County announcement posted Thursday, Feb. 19. Morgan is scheduled to begin the new role March 31.
The North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region is pleased to announce the hiring of Gracie Herring as its new Marketing and Communications Manager.
