Newsletter from Rep. Chris Humphrey, The HWY 58 Connector
LCPS’s Camp Scrubs opens eyes, opens doors for students considering healthcare careers
In the future, they may be nurses or doctors or EMTs or X-ray technicians or much-needed talent in any number of other healthcare occupations, but this summer they are LCPS middle school and high school students exploring careers in the medical field and earning certifications in specific live-saving skills.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Enjoy Fresh Peaches while they are in their Peak Season
Bursting with flavor, the juicy, sweet peach signifies the fresh fun of summer!! Great news, peach season is here! Whether you enjoy yours fresh, canned, or cooked enjoy them while you can. It is no secret a grocery store peach cannot hold a candle to a fresh in season juicy one.
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update July 18, 2026
Peaches are in their peak season, and this week's market is a perfect time to bring home summer flavor. Stop by for fresh local finds from Julie Babbin in the Commercial Kitchen, B&B Eggs, Robin Stewart, Gregory Gardens, Teri Johnson, Shannon Bauchmon, TC Smith, Holy Granola, and Rodney Pork Skins.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Kristy Kelly: When your knees buckle
A house fire will break you.
It doesn’t just take everything you own. It takes the memories of scrubbing crayon off every surface and digging Play-Doh out of the carpet. Never again will you walk down hallways lined with slightly crooked photos where you once stepped on Legos at two in the morning. There will never again be tangible evidence of your children’s handprints at that age, left behind on a wall, a table, or a door.
Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Lenoir County Man on Drug and Firearm Charges
On July 14, 2026, members of the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit and Street Crimes and Rapid Response (SCARR) Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Jason Forbes, 41, of Lenoir County.
Meet More of the Talented Cast Behind LCCFPA's Footloose
Lenoir Community College invites audiences to experience the high-energy excitement of Footloose: The Musical! Featuring a talented cast whose humor, enthusiasm, and heart bring this beloved retro musical to life, the production celebrates friendship, determination, and the power of community in the small town of Bomont.
Obituary: Harvey Gene Anderson
Harvey Gene Anderson passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of family after an extended period of declining health. A visitation will be held Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Westminster United Methodist Church in Kinston.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office recognizes outstanding deputies
Sheriff Jackie Rogers and the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office proudly recognized four outstanding deputies for their exceptional service, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the citizens of Lenoir County.
Former Community Council for the Arts Executive Director Arrested For Financial Crime Charges
Former Community Council for the Arts Executive Director Arrested for Financial Crime Charges.
Obituary: Harvey Gene Anderson
Harvey Gene Anderson passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of family after an extended period of declining health. A visitation will be held Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Westminster United Methodist Church in Kinston.
UNC Health Lenoir Earns Six American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® Awards for Excellence in Heart Failure, Stroke and Resuscitation Care
UNC Health Lenoir has once again been nationally recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional care, earning six prestigious American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® awards for excellence in heart failure, stroke and resuscitation care.
American Heart Association Supports Kinston Community Health Center with Funding for Automated External Defibrillator on Mobile Medical Unit
Kinston Community Health Center (KCHC) is pleased to announce that the American Heart Association (AHA) has provided funding for the purchase of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for the organization's Mobile Medical Unit, further strengthening emergency preparedness and enhancing patient safety for individuals receiving care throughout eastern North Carolina.
For LCPS seniors, quality wins highlight scholarship success
In the past decade, the value of scholarships offered Lenoir County Public Schools’ graduating seniors has more than tripled, hitting a high mark this year of $37 million. Quantity is only half the story, however. In racking up impressive dollar totals year after year, LCPS graduates have proved to be strong competitors for the biggest and best merit scholarships around.
Obituary: Kathy Ward Thompson
It’s with heavy hearts that the family of Kathy (Ward) Thompson of Huntersville, NC announces her passing on July 7, 2026 at the age of 74.
‘Footloose’ Cast Brings Family, Faith and Redemption to the LCC Stage
Footloose showcases an unforgettable cast of adults who bring empathy, conviction, and emotional depth to the stage, laying the foundation of the story with powerful performances that explore family, faith, and redemption.
Jones County commissioners approve mixed beverage referendum, advance Brock Mill Pond project
The Jones County Board of Commissioners approved several major items during a special meeting Monday, including placing a countywide mixed beverage referendum on the November ballot, advancing an $870,000 recreational improvement project at Brock Mill Pond and opposing proposed federal grant administration changes that county officials said could create significant financial risks for small counties.
Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Hickory Grove Church (17)
Within six months of electing Baptist preacher Rev. James D. Cavanaugh as pastor of Hickory Grove in November 1883, the Church trustees inexplicably called a second pastor, Rev. James D. Carpenter. The two men essentially shared the pulpit as co-pastors, although they conducted services on different regular Sundays each month:
North Carolina to eliminate vehicle registration cards and plate stickers starting Oct. 1
North Carolina will begin eliminating physical vehicle registration cards and annual license plate renewal stickers this fall under a provision included in the state budget.