La Grange: Mrs. Margaret Clemmons Jones, age 90, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, November 10, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. Funeral services will be held graveside 2 PM Monday, November 16th, at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Kinston with Pastor Scott Hardy officiating. The family will greet friends and extended relatives immediately following the service and other times at the Jones residence in Jason.
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., statement on the election for North Carolina’s Third Congressional District.
Democrat Raymond Smith Jr. has moved ahead of Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy in the race to represent North Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District, which includes Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties.
It took 11 years for a state roundabout project to reach the Snow Hill Board of Commissioners, and when it finally did on Monday night, several members said they were seeing it for the first time.
A Kinston man has been sentenced to 34 to 43 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from a 2020 incident in which he set a woman on fire.
On October 11, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to Neuseway Park Campground regarding a report of sexual abuse involving a 7-year-old child.
On Saturday, November 7, 2026, at approximately 3:38 a.m., Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office A Shift patrol deputies conducted a traffic stop on a black Dodge Charger in the area of Skinner’s Bypass and Highway 11-55 after discovering the vehicle’s registration had been revoked.
From bustling New York City streets to the halls of the White House, Annie is filled with colorful characters who help make its story unforgettable. Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts' production brings together returning performers and emerging talent, each adding a distinctive voice to the world of this beloved musical.
The following birth certificates were issued in Lenoir County:
On October 28, 2026, a Lenoir County Sheriff's Office SCARR detective initiated an investigation while conducting a registered sex offender residence verification check at Anthony Harris's registered address.
Fifty-seven Lenoir County Public Schools educators from eight schools won $46,061 in Bright Ideas grant awards presented last week by Tri-County EMC.
The Kinston Police Department is proud to announce that our agency was officially awarded accreditation through the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) Program! This achievement represents a significant milestone in our department's history and reflects our continued commitment to professionalism, accountability, transparency, and providing the highest quality of law enforcement services to the citizens of Kinston.
On July 15, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a theft from a residence in the 1100 block of S. Croom Bland Road. During the initial investigation, it was determined that two firearms, money, and a debit card had been taken from the residence.
On November 7, 2026, approximately 3:58 PM, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to the Dugout in reference to a report of indecent exposure.
On November 8, 2026, at approximately 2:30 a.m., A-Shift Patrol deputies and members of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team (CRT) responded to the area of West King Street in La Grange after citizens reported two individuals breaking into motor vehicles.
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.
Around Veterans Day each year, Salute! plans a tribute to veterans and active-duty service personnel. Salute! is a non-profit veteran organization that operates G.I. Joe’s Living Military History Museum.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
I am from a family of veterans. My brothers Bobby, Bill, and Jesse Dove all served, and I served. Some of my uncles and cousins served. It is a distinct honor to have served the United States of America in the military. We are trained in discipline and drilled in integrity.
Kinston’s annual Christmas tree lighting will move from Pearson Park to the steps of the Lenoir County Courthouse this year. Downtown Kinston Revitalization will hold the ceremony at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, with music, s’mores and free hot chocolate to follow at the park.
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