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.
KPD Update: 19-year-old charged in Brothers Store theft investigation
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals wanted for questioning in connection with a reported theft from Brothers Store.
Recovery Together ENC Expands Overdose Response Efforts with Community One Box Training
Recovery Together ENC recently hosted a collaborative training event to distribute lifesaving One Boxes to local organizations, hoping to strengthen community response to opioid response overdose. These emergency kits provide simple, step-by-step guidance for reversing an opioid overdose and are designed to empower everyday citizens to act quickly during a crisis.
Kinston Public Services warns customers of utility payment scam calls
Kinston Public Services is warning utility customers about scam calls from individuals claiming to represent the department and threatening service disconnection over alleged nonpayment.
John Hood: Freer Carolinas Means More Carolinians
RALEIGH — Progressives are frustrated by North Carolina’s just-enacted state budget, hostile to recent deregulatory initiatives and tax cuts, and outraged at recent welfare reforms and school-choice expansions. They think our state is careening dangerously in the wrong direction. If their preferred candidates win state and local offices in November, they hope to reverse course.
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Mike Parker: Declaration signers continued serving after Revolution
I recently wrote about some of the signers of the Declaration of Independence who suffered personal and professional losses during the American Revolution. Today, I want to highlight just a few of the signers who became significant figures in the newly formed American republic.
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce: The Good Stuff, July
Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce newsletter, The Good Stuff - July 2026
Help Wanted: Biology Instructor
Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Biology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, and through creative biology labs as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.
Event: Summer Nights at the Manor
This elevated summer gathering offers a fresh, playful take on a classic night out—all while supporting a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the evening will benefit our local Community Council of the Arts, helping to sustain and expand creative programs that enrich our community.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: Business Mentorship
I read an interesting article recently which helps to explain the differences between three types of business executives. Some are managers. Some are leaders. Others become mentors.