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I have strong opinions about things I am unwilling to fix. This includes my household, where I have been known to get mad about something I could have handled myself before it became everyone else’s problem.
The event is part of a community service project by a team of East Carolina University students in a business leadership class. The assignment calls for students to partner with a local nonprofit to help their community.
For four educators from South Lenoir High School, success is spelled a-p-o-s-i-o-p-e-s-i-s.
Kinston native Shelia T. Solomon has been named a Women Techmakers ambassador in the 2026 Technovation cohort, according to a news release.
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.
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!
Lenoir County’s Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma recognized outstanding beginning teachers in their third year of teaching in October with the Buzzing Bee BT Award.
Lenoir County commissioners approved $800,000 in state grants for parks and sheriff’s equipment Monday, Oct. 19, while advancing the Riverwalk project with a $33,000 land purchase and awarding contracts to demolish two blighted properties.
Jones County broke ground Oct. 19 on its first dedicated public works building, a facility that will give employees space to maintain vehicles and equipment and handle administrative duties.
When 60 students from LCPS high schools moved through a reality-based simulation designed to give them a taste of what it takes to make ends meet financially, Emma Cottrill and Lea Penny, both juniors at South Lenoir High School, recognized a hard truth simultaneously.
The November issue of Muse & Maker from the Community Council for the Arts features a holiday arts market, workshops, exhibitions and more opportunities to explore the arts in Kinston.
The Lenoir County Board of Education approved school improvement plans for all 17 district schools and heard concerns about student transportation during its Nov. 2 meeting.
The sun will come out on the Turner Stage as Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts brings Annie to life. Filled with unforgettable songs, humor and heart, the musical follows a spirited young orphan whose optimism changes the lives of those around her. From Annie herself to the larger-than-life characters she encounters, this cast is ready to share a timeless story of hope.
The smART Kinston Foundation is excited to announce its final exhibit of the 2026 season, “2% Jazz. 98% Funky Stuff: A Visual Exploration of Kinston's Music History.” The opening reception is Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the smART Gallery, located at 210 N. Queen St. in downtown Kinston.
Nathan Bryan Hardy Jr., age 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, October 31, 2026, at Rex Hospital. Although he endured many years of challenges with lung and heart conditions, his deep and unwavering faith carried him through. Today, we find comfort in knowing that Bryan is finally at peace, completely healed, and resting in the arms of his Savior.
Jo Anne Morris Sharber, 84, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Jo Anne was born in Bertie County on May 15, 1942, to the late Frank Ray Morris and Emma Lee Tripp Morris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of thirty-six years, Stanley Sharber; and siblings, Milton Morris and Marion Grey Smithwick.
Lloyd F. Cummings, Jr., 86, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2026. He was the son of the late Maude Wells Cummings Chastain and husband Claude Isham Chastain. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister and brothers-in-law, Alice Faye Stroud Boone and husband Lawrence and Ned M. Stroud, Jr. and parents-in-law, Ned M. Stroud, Sr. and Elsie Croom Stroud.
Lenoir County commissioners approved funding for substance use treatment and recovery services, a consulting contract for the county’s 2029 property reappraisal and improvements to the county’s livestock arena during their Nov. 2 meeting.
Greene County commissioners scheduled a Nov. 16 public hearing on a proposal to rezone former industrial park property in Walstonburg for residential use during their Nov. 2 meeting.
Kinston City Council approved a process for selecting a nonprofit to promote downtown and support its businesses, authorized police dog Nero’s retirement and approved sewer service for four properties during its Nov. 2 meeting.
We want to celebrate Miranda this Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 3:00 pm in the sanctuary of Kinston First Baptist Church. Immediately following the service, we ask that you join Miranda’s family in the fellowship hall for a Jubilee. A time to gather, remember and celebrate, not our loss, but her victory.
The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted unanimously Tuesday to extend voting until 8 p.m. at Lenoir County’s K8 precinct at Holloway Recreation Center after printer problems delayed voting for about 45 minutes.
I have strong opinions about things I am unwilling to fix. This includes my household, where I have been known to get mad about something I could have handled myself before it became everyone else’s problem.
A piece of eastern North Carolina took center stage in Los Angeles, California, as Grifton native and Kinston High School graduate Robert “Rob” Hill won his very first Daytime Emmy Award.
The Marketing and Social Media Coordinator plans and implements marketing initiatives to promote College programs, services, events, and student success. This position coordinates marketing campaigns, manages social media, develops digital content, and collaborates with college departments to strengthen brand awareness and community engagement.
The Admissions Enrollment Specialist provides operational and technical support for the Office of Admissions & Enrollment Management by assisting with curriculum enrollment functions, student record management, admissions communications, software integrations, and data integrity.
The Admissions Specialist for Career and College Promise (CCP) and Elementary Education Residency Licensure (EERLC) is responsible for processing applications and supporting prospective and admitted students through the admissions process in accordance with college policies and procedures. T
The Marketing and Social Media Coordinator plans and implements marketing initiatives to promote College programs, services, events, and student success. This position coordinates marketing campaigns, manages social media, develops digital content, and collaborates with college departments to strengthen brand awareness and community engagement.
The Admissions Specialist for Career and College Promise (CCP) and Elementary Education Residency Licensure (EERLC) is responsible for processing applications and supporting prospective and admitted students through the admissions process in accordance with college policies and procedures. T
Nathan Bryan Hardy Jr., age 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, October 31, 2026, at Rex Hospital. Although he endured many years of challenges with lung and heart conditions, his deep and unwavering faith carried him through. Today, we find comfort in knowing that Bryan is finally at peace, completely healed, and resting in the arms of his Savior.
Jo Anne Morris Sharber, 84, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Jo Anne was born in Bertie County on May 15, 1942, to the late Frank Ray Morris and Emma Lee Tripp Morris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of thirty-six years, Stanley Sharber; and siblings, Milton Morris and Marion Grey Smithwick.
Lloyd F. Cummings, Jr., 86, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2026. He was the son of the late Maude Wells Cummings Chastain and husband Claude Isham Chastain. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister and brothers-in-law, Alice Faye Stroud Boone and husband Lawrence and Ned M. Stroud, Jr. and parents-in-law, Ned M. Stroud, Sr. and Elsie Croom Stroud.
We want to celebrate Miranda this Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 3:00 pm in the sanctuary of Kinston First Baptist Church. Immediately following the service, we ask that you join Miranda’s family in the fellowship hall for a Jubilee. A time to gather, remember and celebrate, not our loss, but her victory.
Wayne Jeffrey Lane, 65, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026. Born in Wayne County on February 10, 1961, he was the son of the late Kenneth Arnold Lane and Carol Ann Coltrain Lane.
Donna Ferguson Bradshaw, 61, exchanged the embraces of her family for the embrace of her Savior on Thursday, October 29, 2026, while being lovingly cared for in her home. Donna was born in Pitt County on April 26, 1965, to Carolyn Tilghman Ferguson and the late Glenn Murray Ferguson.
Grace Sparrow Dail, 98, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Grace was born in Lenoir County on October 16, 1928, to the late Johnnie I. Sparrow and Lillian Whitley Sparrow.
Hubert Richard Waters Jr., 87, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, while in the care of Kitty Askins Hospice Center. Hubert was born in Lenoir County on September 8, 1939, to the late Hubert Richard Waters Sr. and Betty D. Nelson Waters. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Annette Waters; grandson, Dane Crumbacker; great-great-grandchild, Legend Walker; and sister, Mary Ann Welborn King.
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