Notice is hereby given that the Kinston-Lenoir County Tourism Development Authority will hold a Public Hearing at 2:20 pm on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at the Kinston-Lenoir County Visitor & Information Center, 101 East New Bern, Kinston, NC 28504.
Whatley emphasizes jobs, public safety and military support during Kinston campaign stop
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley told supporters during a Kinston meet-and-greet that his campaign is focused on jobs, public safety, lower costs and support for North Carolinaโs military community.
Obituary: Luther Dennis Boykin
Luther Dennis Boykin, 77, passed away on June 7, 2026, at his home in Kinston, North Carolina.
Sheriff Rogers addresses concerns over Flock license plate readers
As your Sheriff, I am completely against any system being used for personal, political, or other improper purposes. These License Plate Readers are used strictly as an investigative tool to help protect our citizens and assist law enforcement in solving crimes.
Extension Master Gardener Volunteer of Lenoir County presented with the NC Governorโs Volunteer Service Award
Paige Petticrew, Consumer Horticulture Extension Agent in Lenoir County, was honored to nominate Lenoir County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers (EMGVs) Jeannie Holmes and Debbie Jones for the NC Governorโs Volunteer Service Award earlier this year. Both Jeannie and Debbie truly embody the spirit of the award through their dedication, leadership, and service to the community, making the nomination process an easy decision.
La Grange recommended budget holds tax, utility rates steady
LA GRANGE โ The Town of La Grangeโs recommended budget for fiscal year 2026-27 would keep the property tax rate and base utility rates unchanged while funding street, utility, downtown, park and facility projects.
KPD: Mother Charged After Child Found Unattended
On June 7, 2026, at approximately 9:00 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department's A-Squad responded to a residence in the 900 block of Savannah Lane in reference to a reported missing 5-year-old child.
Mother Charged Following Child Abuse Investigation
On May 28, 2026, the Kinston Police Department's Investigations Division received information from the Department of Social Services regarding suspected child abuse involving a 12-year-old child.
KPD: Continued investigation leads to additional arrest
On ๐๐๐น๐ ๐ญ๐ฑ, ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ, members of the Kinston Police Departmentโs Investigations Division responded to Samโs Mini Mart in reference to a shooting involving 12-year-old that ultimately left the child paralyzed.
Catherine Hardee is headed back to the national trivia stage
The Kinston native and former โJeopardy!โ champion will appear on โTrivial Pursuit,โ the television game show hosted by LeVar Burton. The episode, titled โOn Thin Ice,โ is listed by The CW as Season 2, Episode 219 and is scheduled to air Thursday at 9 p.m.
Senator Brent Jackson: Dear Friend of Senate District 9
Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and staying connected with the latest news from District Nine and our efforts in the General Assembly.
Lenoir Community College Expands AI Education Opportunities Through Partnership with Wayne Community College
Lenoir Community College students will soon have access to one of North Carolina's pioneering artificial intelligence degree programs through a new partnership with Wayne Community College.
Elder Abuse Awareness Walk set for June 15 in Kinston
The Lenoir County Council on Aging will host an Elder Abuse Awareness Walk at 9 a.m. June 15, beginning at its office at 112 E. Blount St. in Kinston.
Mike Parker: Time to support โWings Over the Neuseโ once again
I was not on the CSS Neuse Foundation Board when the first โWings Over the Neuseโ fundraiser took place. In 2009, board members decided to raise the funds needed to place a monument to Alton โDocโ Stapleford to recognize and honor all the work and supervision he provided during the construction of the CSS Neuse II.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Help Wanted: Academic Records Specialist
The Academic Records Specialist logs the receipt of all incoming external transcripts, evaluates transcripts for transfer credit, and maintains non-course credits associated with transfer credits.
Obituary: Donna Kay Edmundson Howell
Donna Kay Edmundson Howell, 69, was graciously received into the presence of her Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: The Howling Man
In a story by Alfred Hitchcock, there came up a bitter thunderstorm. A driver's car stalled so he knocked on the door of a Monastery to seek shelter. He was allowed in out of the harsh rain but he was warned to leave as soon as the storm abated.
North Carolina's April County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 57 counties, increased in eight, and remained unchanged in 35 in April 2026. Hyde County had the highest unemployment rate at 5.7 percent while Currituck County had the lowest at 2.7 percent.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County: