The Kinston Christmas Parade will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, with free registration for participating groups, marking two changes to previously announced plans.
Lenoir County marriages
The following marriage licenses were issued in Lenoir County:
Lenoir commissioners approve $800,000 in grants, Riverwalk land purchase
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.
Obituary: Wilma R. Boldt
Wilma R. Boldt, 92, of Kinston, North Carolina, passed away on October 17, 2026, at Magnolia Cottage Family Care in Dover, North Carolina. A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 3 PM. Interment will follow at Colfax Presbyterian Church in Grundy County, Iowa, at a later date.
City of Kinston to conduct smoke testing of sewer system Tuesday
The City of Kinston announced it will conduct smoke testing on portions of its stormwater and sewer collection system Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Jones County breaks ground on first dedicated public works building
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.
Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Lenoir County Horticulture Grant: Spring 2026 Recipient Impact Report
The Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers (EMGV) of Lenoir County Horticulture Grant continues to make a difference in our local schools by annually providing teachers with funding to bring horticulture to life in the classroom. During the spring semester of 2026, grant recipients used funding to create hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged students to explore plant science, sustainable agriculture, and environmental stewardship.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Obituary: Anne Daniels Gay
Anne Daniels Gay, 90, of Kinston, North Carolina, passed away on October 17, 2026. Born on January 30, 1936, in Greene County, she was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose life was marked by her devotion to family, her strong work ethic, and her involvement in her church community.
Obituary: Mary Lou Hill
Mary Lou Hill, 83, died October 17, 2026, at her home in Kinston. A service will be held at 3 pm. Saturday, October 24, at Westminster United Methodist Church, 1001 Westminster Lane, Kinston, NC, followed by a reception in the church’s fellowship hall.
KPD B-Squad Makes Arrest Following Assault and Impaired Driving Investigation
On October 17, 2026, at approximately 8:38 p.m., officers with KPD’s B-Squad responded to a report of an assault on W. Washington Street.
LCPS high schoolers get up close and personal with Reality of Money
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.
NWS: Nor'easter expected to bring land and marine impacts to into this week
Nor'easter expected to bring land and marine impacts to into this week.
SAFE luncheon highlights survivor’s journey and the importance of listening
Christina Williams wants to use her voice to help others recognize abuse and find support before it is too late.
Mike Parker: Negative political ads: A disgusting tradition
On October 7, my mom will celebrate her 98th birthday. The world today is much different than when she was born in 1928 – a decade or so after World War I and a year and a change before the Great Depression.
Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid Awards
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!
Help Wanted: Associate Vice President of Workforce Development and Continuing Education
The Associate Vice President of Workforce Development and Continuing Education reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development.
Public Notice: Request For Proposals Wide Area Network (RFP 2027WAN001)
Lenoir County Public Schools seeks to leverage E-Rate funding and seeks proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) services under E-Rate Application #270001670 to support district facilities beginning July 1, 2027.
Lions Industries for the Blind establishes foundation, names Proctor executive director
Lions Industries for the Blind (LIB) has established the LIB Foundation and named veteran nonprofit executive Sue Norcross Proctor as its first executive director. Proctor, who served as executive director of SAFE for 30 years and most recently led Friends of the Homeless in Kinston, began her new role on October 1, 2026.
South Lenoir senior launches Brims of Hope to support local cancer patients
South Lenoir High School senior Riley Hughes is using her hand-painted hat business to support local cancer patients through a new charitable initiative called Brims of Hope.