On November 2, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Vernon Avenue involving 37-year-old Michael Cunningham of Ayden.
Kinston-Lenoir Drug Task Force Arrests Man on Cocaine Trafficking Charges
On November 4, 2026, detectives with the Kinston-Lenoir Drug Task Force concluded an investigation into 55-year-old Michael Foston involving the distribution of crack cocaine in Lenoir County.
Muse & Maker highlights November arts events in Kinston
The November issue of Muse & Maker from the Community Council for the Arts features a holiday arts market, workshops, exhibitions and more opportunities to explore the arts in Kinston.
Lenoir school board approves improvement plans, hears transportation concerns
The Lenoir County Board of Education approved school improvement plans for all 17 district schools and heard concerns about student transportation during its Nov. 2 meeting.
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow at LCC!
The sun will come out on the Turner Stage as Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts brings Annie to life. Filled with unforgettable songs, humor and heart, the musical follows a spirited young orphan whose optimism changes the lives of those around her. From Annie herself to the larger-than-life characters she encounters, this cast is ready to share a timeless story of hope.
New Art Exhibit “2% Jazz. 98% Funky Stuff” Honors Kinston’s Rich Musical Heritage at the smART Gallery
The smART Kinston Foundation is excited to announce its final exhibit of the 2026 season, “2% Jazz. 98% Funky Stuff: A Visual Exploration of Kinston's Music History.” The opening reception is Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the smART Gallery, located at 210 N. Queen St. in downtown Kinston.
Obituary: Nathan Bryan Hardy Jr.
Nathan Bryan Hardy Jr., age 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, October 31, 2026, at Rex Hospital. Although he endured many years of challenges with lung and heart conditions, his deep and unwavering faith carried him through. Today, we find comfort in knowing that Bryan is finally at peace, completely healed, and resting in the arms of his Savior.
Obituary: Jo Anne Morris Sharber
Jo Anne Morris Sharber, 84, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Jo Anne was born in Bertie County on May 15, 1942, to the late Frank Ray Morris and Emma Lee Tripp Morris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of thirty-six years, Stanley Sharber; and siblings, Milton Morris and Marion Grey Smithwick.
Obituary: Lloyd F. Cummings, Jr.
Lloyd F. Cummings, Jr., 86, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2026. He was the son of the late Maude Wells Cummings Chastain and husband Claude Isham Chastain. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister and brothers-in-law, Alice Faye Stroud Boone and husband Lawrence and Ned M. Stroud, Jr. and parents-in-law, Ned M. Stroud, Sr. and Elsie Croom Stroud.
Lenoir commissioners approve recovery funding, reappraisal contract and arena improvements
Lenoir County commissioners approved funding for substance use treatment and recovery services, a consulting contract for the county’s 2029 property reappraisal and improvements to the county’s livestock arena during their Nov. 2 meeting.
Greene commissioners set hearing on residential rezoning of former industrial park
Greene County commissioners scheduled a Nov. 16 public hearing on a proposal to rezone former industrial park property in Walstonburg for residential use during their Nov. 2 meeting.
Kinston council approves downtown selection process, police dog retirement
Kinston City Council approved a process for selecting a nonprofit to promote downtown and support its businesses, authorized police dog Nero’s retirement and approved sewer service for four properties during its Nov. 2 meeting.
2026 Midterm Election Results - Lenoir, Greene, and Jones
2026 Midterm Election Results - Lenoir, Greene, and Jones
Obituary: Miranda Hill Wiggins
We want to celebrate Miranda this Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 3:00 pm in the sanctuary of Kinston First Baptist Church. Immediately following the service, we ask that you join Miranda’s family in the fellowship hall for a Jubilee. A time to gather, remember and celebrate, not our loss, but her victory.
Voting extended until 8 p.m. at Holloway Recreation Center after printer problems
The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted unanimously Tuesday to extend voting until 8 p.m. at Lenoir County’s K8 precinct at Holloway Recreation Center after printer problems delayed voting for about 45 minutes.
Kristy Kelly: Surely we can be this opinionated at the polls
I have strong opinions about things I am unwilling to fix. This includes my household, where I have been known to get mad about something I could have handled myself before it became everyone else’s problem.
From Kinston High to Hollywood: Local Native Robert Hill Wins His First Daytime Emmy Award
A piece of eastern North Carolina took center stage in Los Angeles, California, as Grifton native and Kinston High School graduate Robert “Rob” Hill won his very first Daytime Emmy Award.
Lenoir County Sheriffs Office gives updates on gunshot wound
On November 1, 2026 around 8:18 p.m. Deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office arrived at the Speedway in LaGrange for the report of a subject with a gunshot wound.
Lenoir County marriages
The following marriage licenses were issued in Lenoir County:
Kinston considers rotating outages during power supply emergencies
Kinston electric customers could experience rotating outages during severe power supply shortages under a proposed emergency response plan scheduled for discussion at the City Council’s Nov. 2 meeting.