Neuse Regional Libraries (NRL) is excited to announce that it has been awarded the 2025 North Carolina Public Library Directors Association (NCPLDA) Programming Award for the Teens Lead program. It is an honor to be recognized at the state level for providing innovative programming to the citizens of Lenoir, Jones, and Greene Counties. The Library will accept the award at the NCPLDA Award Ceremony on December 11, 2026.
Jonas “J.N” Nathan Hill III, 78, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Greenville Health and Rehabilitation after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease and a recent bout with cancer. A viewing will be held at Edwards Funeral Home on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 12:00 noon. Burial will follow in the White Family Cemetery, 1451 Dover Ft. Barnwell Road, Dover, NC.
On December 10th, 2025, Detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, along with Patrol Deputies from D-Shift, served Joseph Byrd, 23, of LaGrange, with multiple narcotic-related arrest warrants.
It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela (Dean) Lindley Bryant, age 70, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and lifelong caregiver. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 15, 2025 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home in La Grange, NC. A service to celebrate Pam’s life will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel.
Jan Waters Mewborn, 64, entered into the loving presence of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at ECU Health in Greenville. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at Daly's Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. A service celebrating Jan’s life will follow at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary, with Pastor Chris Singleton officiating. Interment will be held in the church cemetery.
I’m starting to understand all the Florida jokes. From fog that seemed unfazed by the sun to a power outage in a parking garage, my day was one long string of minor inconveniences that managed to feel much bigger than they were. It really did start with wearing the wrong shoes.
The filing period for North Carolina's 2026 municipal elections opened Monday, December 1, 2025 marking the official start of the campaign season for dozens of local offices across Lenoir, Jones and Greene counties. Candidates seeking election to partisan and nonpartisan offices have until noon on Friday, December 19 to file with their respective county boards of elections.
Kinston police are asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects accused of stealing wheels and tires from a vehicle at a local dealership early Tuesday morning.
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit has concluded an investigation into the distribution of fentanyl throughout Lenoir County, resulting in the arrest of a Kinston woman on multiple trafficking charges.
You’re invited to the 24th Annual Christmas Concert, A Queen Street Christmas, at Queen Street United Methodist Church
Join us Saturday, December 13, or Sunday, December 14 for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration. Doors open at 5:00 p.m.; the concert begins at 6:00 p.m.
Attorney Roy A. Dawson has officially filed to run for District Court Judge in North Carolina’s 9th Judicial District, which serves Lenoir, Wayne, and Greene counties. Dawson, a practicing attorney with more than a decade of courtroom experience, says he is running to ensure that local courtrooms remain fair, accessible, and grounded in dignity and respect.
Following required regulatory approvals, Airbus officially commenced operations today at the Kinston, North Carolina, facility previously owned by Spirit AeroSystems. This transition marks a significant step in Airbus' strategy to enhance its industrial capabilities and strengthen its supply chain.
As the Christmas season arrives in Pink Hill, one of the town’s most beloved traditions returns for its 65th year. The Miss Merry Christmas contest, first established in 1960, continues to highlight young women from the community who embody the spirit of service, kindness, and giving back.
Jesse Ray Burkett Sr., 83, of 1373 Sumrell Road Kinston, NC 28501 went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday December 7, 2025, at UNC Lenoir Hospital. He was born February 15, 1942, to the late William Bryant and Lady Dell Parrish Burkett in Jones County.
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 9:24 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad were dispatched to Walmart in reference to a larceny.
The filing period for North Carolina's 2026 municipal elections opened Monday, December 1, 2025 marking the official start of the campaign season for dozens of local offices across Lenoir, Jones and Greene counties. Candidates seeking election to partisan and nonpartisan offices have until noon on Friday, December 19 to file with their respective county boards of elections.
Due to weather conditions, the Lenoir County Courthouse and all divisions within, will open at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, December 9, 2025. Court proceedings will resume at 11:00 a.m.
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 10:01 p.m., deputies from A Shift of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported burglary at 2833 Hodges Farm Road. The reporting party advised that a male and female were observed unlawfully on the property and removing items from a trash dump area.
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 2:12 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on the 100 block of E. Highland Avenue involving 36-year-old Darnell Foster.
On December 5, 2025, at approximately 8:57 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of N. Queen Street involving 30-year-old Wasim Ismail of Wilmington, NC.
