Reb Lancaster peacefully passed away on June 10th, 2026 at his home in Angier, surrounded by loved ones, after a long, hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Six Arrested Following Multiple Burglaries in Mitchell Wooten
Officers with the Kinston Police Department's A-Squad responded to Mitchell Wooten Apartments in reference to an active breaking and entering. With assistance from the KPD Crime Lab and Investigations Division, officers quickly identified, detained, and ultimately arrested several individuals involved in the incident.
Two Kinston residents charged following social media identification request
On June 10, 2026, the Kinston Police Department requested the public's assistance in identifying a subject involved in a larceny at Handy Mart. Following the release of the photo, officers received numerous tips from community members and responded to additional reports involving the same subject committing larcenies at two other businesses.
Hurricanes watch party at Grainger Stadium aims to bring Kinston together
A Carolina Hurricanes Game 6 watch party will be held at Historic Grainger Stadium following the Kinston Bird Dawgs home game, giving local fans a chance to gather around a North Carolina team making a postseason run.
Jones County emergency responders receive upgraded radios
Jones County emergency responders will soon receive upgraded radios designed to improve communication, safety and coverage during emergency calls.
Snow Hill budget keeps tax rate steady, includes water and sewer rate increases
SNOW HILL, N.C. — The Town of Snow Hill’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget keeps the town’s property tax rate unchanged while increasing water and sewer rates to support utility operations and infrastructure needs.
Barnett receives Sue Marcom Jones Scholastic Award at Moss Hill School
Kinley Barnett received The Sue Marcom Jones Scholastic Award on June 9, 2026, at Moss Hill School. The award is presented annually on promotion day to the fifth-grade student with the highest grade average.
Lenoir County Sex Offender Arrested for Registration Violations
On June 5, 2026, Joshua Preece, 45, of Lenoir County, was arrested for failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements under North Carolina law.
Suspicious Person Investigation Leads to Drug Arrest
On June 6, 2026, at approximately 5:52 p.m., deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office D Shift responded to a report of a suspicious person in the area of Hugo Church Road and Hugo Road.
Catherine Hardee is headed back to the national trivia stage
The Kinston native and former “Jeopardy!” champion will appear on “Trivial Pursuit,” the television game show hosted by LeVar Burton. The episode, titled “On Thin Ice,” is listed by The CW as Season 2, Episode 219 and is scheduled to air Thursday at 9 p.m.
Lenoir County Public Schools Prepares to Celebrate Nearly 600 Graduates During Commencement Week
Lenoir County Public Schools will celebrate the accomplishments of nearly 600 graduates this week as students from across the district prepare to receive their diplomas and take the next step in their educational and career journeys.
Hinson’s Printing to open Kinston location June 15
Hinson’s Printing will open a second location in Kinston on June 15, expanding the family-owned Smithfield business into Lenoir County.
Sponsored: June storage specials with Blizzard Storage Solutions
Blizzard Storage Solutions is offering a June-only storage special for new rentals at all three of its Kinston locations.
Public Notice: Visit Kinston Public Hearing
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 Carolina’s 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 Governor’s 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 Governor’s 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 — The Town of La Grange’s 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.