On May 13, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team and D Shift responded to 3199 U.S. Highway 258 North in reference to a domestic disturbance.
Lenoir County commissioners approve school permit, juvenile prevention plan and budget amendments
Lenoir County commissioners approved several items Monday, including a special use permit for a new school, a juvenile crime prevention spending plan, budget amendments, tax collection reports, equipment repairs and surplus vehicle sales.
Help Wanted: EMS Skills Instructor
The EMS Skills Instructor will provide quality instruction in the subject matter assigned by the Director of EMS Programs in accordance with programmatic, NCOEMS, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP guidelines and standards.
DeOGee Spaw owner focuses on boarding, grooming and a family feel in downtown Kinston
When Cynthia Cash took over DeOGee Spaw a year ago, she started with herself, a small client base and a goal of making the downtown Kinston pet business feel less like a kennel and more like home.
Public Notice: RFQ-Northwest Elementary School Auditorium Rooftop Heat Pump HVAC System Replacement (Copy)
Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting quotations from qualified HVAC contractors for the replacement of the existing HVAC system serving Northwest Elementary School Auditorium.
Lenoir County commissioners get first look at $105 million proposed budget
Lenoir County commissioners received their first public look Monday at a proposed 2026-27 budget that would keep the county’s current tax rate in place while increasing spending for employee pay, school capital needs, tax reappraisal work, transit support and several ongoing capital projects.
Help Wanted: EMS Skills Instructor
The EMS Skills Instructor will provide quality instruction in the subject matter assigned by the Director of EMS Programs in accordance with programmatic, NCOEMS, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP guidelines and standards.
Kinston council to consider $300,000 citywide demolition and cleanup fund
Kinston City Council will consider establishing a $300,000 capital project Tuesday to address condemned structures and other code violation properties inside the city.
Traffic stop leads to cocaine arrests
On May 16, 2026, at approximately 9:31 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad conducted a traffic stop on West Bright Street for a motor vehicle violation.
Recovery Together ENC Center Highlights Harm Reduction Efforts During Recovery Court Month
The Community Recovery Division of the Lenoir County Health Department in partnership with the Greene County Department of Public Health and the Recovery Together ENC Center are proud to join communities across the nation in recognizing Recovery Court Month, a time dedicated to honoring the strength, resilience, and commitment of individuals progressing through local Recovery Courts—and the community partners who stand beside them every step of the way.
Lenoir County manager to present recommended budget Monday
Lenoir County commissioners will get their first look Monday at County Manager Michael James’ recommended budget for fiscal year 2026-27.
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!
Mike Parker: Does faith-based training impact public school performance?
Bryant Jensen of Brigham Young University and Irvin L. Scott of Harvard’s Graduate School of Education collaborated on research that may seem strange. Both educators investigated the impact of students’, parents’, and teachers’ religious faith on students’ educational performance in public schools.
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.
Public Notice: RFQ-Northwest Elementary School Auditorium Rooftop Heat Pump HVAC System Replacement
Lenoir County Public Schools is soliciting quotations from qualified HVAC contractors for the replacement of the existing HVAC system serving Northwest Elementary School Auditorium.
Evelyn Dove Coleman: National Day of Prayer observance
You may hear the words "Happy Mother's Day" a lot of times from a lot of directions on May 10th this year. Flowers will be gifted. Restaurants will be filled to the gills. And, despite the prices on gas, many will travel to visit the ones who raised them.
Kinston students announced for SNHU Spring 2026 President's List
It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2026 President's List. The spring terms run from January to May.
Kinston council to consider new zoning rules for tobacco, vape and CBD shops
Kinston City Council will hold a public hearing Tuesday on proposed zoning rules for tobacco, vape, hemp, CBD and similar retail establishments.
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
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.