As I watched the NFL opener one chilly night, I bundled up and grabbed my remote to turn on the Patriots and Seahawks game. During the first three quarters, the Patriots led, so I observed my bedtime and turned off the tv.
Help Wanted: Instructional Support Specialist - Continuing Education
The Instructional Support Specialist - Continuing Education provides comprehensive instructional, operational, and administrative support for the Continuing Education Division.
Help Wanted: Staff Accountant
Apply at the Kinston Housing Authority Central Office located at 608 N Queen Street, Kinston from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Thursday or call the Human Resources Department at 252.523.1195 ext. 221 for an application.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
North Carolina's August Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted August 2026 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, decreasing 0.1 of a percentage point from July’s revised rate. The national rate was unchanged at 4.1 percent.
Dolly Day brings books and family activities to Kinston Farmers Market
A house fire displaced Julie Babbin’s grandchildren. When then-Triple P director Steve Roman helped the children with furniture, clothes and books, Babbin wanted to thank him. On Saturday, Sept. 26, she did so by organizing Dolly Day at the Lenoir County Farmers Market to help local families sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update September 26, 2026
Join us Saturday, September 26, for Shannon’s Sugar Rush, Pink Ribbon Gifts and More, TJ Design, TC Smith, B&B Eggs, Robin’s Nest, Christi Luv Creations, Holy Granola, Julie Babbin, Pork Skin Man, and SAFE.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Fall for Butternut Squash
Everything about butternut squash says fall, the color orange, the creamy coziness of its texture in recipes, and the ability to be used in savory and sweet dishes. Butternut squash is in season in the fall and winter months.
Recovery outreach available Fridays in Jones County
Integrated Care for Greater Health says its outreach team will be at the Jones County Health Department parking lot on Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon.
Obituary: Faith Wooten Nethercutt
Mrs. Faith Wooten Nethercutt, age 87, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, September 24, 2026, at her home in the Hookerton Community. A native of Sampson County, she was born May 21, 1939, the daughter of James McKinnon and Annie Lou Wooten.
New Lenoir County corporations
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Hookerton bakery to bake with Paula Deen in Savannah
Hookerton’s Ginger Snaps Bakery says its team will travel to Savannah, Georgia, on Nov. 4 to bake with Paula Deen for The Paula Deen Show. I
Obituary: Virginia Wright Peede
Virginia Wright Peede, 90, of La Grange, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Lenoir County Sex Offender Arrested for Registration Violations
On September 18th, 2026 Virgil Todd Chase, 45, of Lenoir County was arrested for failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements under North Carolina law.
LCC, Elizabeth City State University Sign Aviation Co-Admission Agreement
Lenoir Community College and Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) have strengthened their partnership to create a seamless pathway for students to advance from an Associate in Applied Science degree at LCC to a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Science at ECSU.
Drug Task Force Investigation Leads to Cocaine Trafficking Arrest
Detectives with the Kinston-Lenoir Drug Task Force initiated an investigation into 43-year-old Jesse Williams for his alleged involvement in the distribution of crack cocaine from a residence on the 500 block of Fields Street.
Obituary: Charron Hollene Hearn
Charron Hollene (Pitts) Hearn passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at UNC Lenoir Hospital. She was born in Columbus, GA, to the late Hollis and Olene (Davis) Pitts on September 9, 1942. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 25, 2026, 4:00 PM, at Edwards Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. A reception will be held at the family’s home following the service. Burial is private.
Obituary: Anita Deaver
Anita Waters Deaver, 80, peacefully completed her earthly time and entered her eternal home on Sunday, September 20, 2026. A graveside service to remember Anita’s life will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Oak Ridge Memorial Park, with Pastor Steve Dixon officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
Lenoir County Sex Offender Arrested for Registration Violations
Michael Antonio Weston was arrested on September 23, 2026, for failing to comply with North Carolina sex offender registration requirements.
Brinson, Humphrey highlight aviation jobs and workforce needs at Legislative breakfast
Aviation expansion and expected retirements could create about 1,000 job openings across Lenoir and Craven counties over the next three to four years, state Sen. Bob Brinson said Wednesday during a legislative breakfast focused on preparing eastern North Carolina for growth.