On May 19, 2026, at approximately 4:03 p.m., officers with KPD’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on East Gordon Street near NC Highway 11 for a motor vehicle violation.
Obituary: Nellie Dianna Smith
Ms. Nellie Dianna Smith, age 87, passed away Tuesday morning, May 19, 2026, at her home in Goldsboro. A service to remember and celebrate her life will be held 3 PM Thursday, May 21st, at the Chapel of Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service with Pastor Jason McKnight officiating. The family will greet friends and extended relatives immediately following the service. A private interment will be held at the Snow Hill Cemetery.
Obituary: Annette Cheshire Strain
Annette Cheshire Strain, 77, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 1pm-2pm at Queen Street United Methodist Church, with a service immediately after. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband of almost 30 years.
Help Wanted: Telecommunications Training Officer
As a member of Emergency Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Central Communications Division is seeking candidates for a Telecommunications Training Officer. Candidates are responsible for development and administration of the Central Communications Divisions education, orientation, training, and quality assurance programs.
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.
Multi-Agency Traffic Enforcement Operation Results in More Than 100 Charges in Lenoir County
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office concluded its participation in the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) “Move Over or Get Pulled Over” campaign with a large-scale multi-agency enforcement operation conducted Saturday night into Sunday morning.
Lenoir Community College opens aviation center at Global TransPark
Lenoir Community College marked the opening of the Senator Jim Perry Aviation Center for Excellence at the North Carolina Global TransPark, a workforce training facility college and state leaders said will connect local students to careers in aviation, aerospace and advanced manufacturing.
Lenoir County Man Arrested Following Domestic Disturbance and DWI Investigation
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.