PINK HILL — Dr. Jennifer Murphy of Pink Hill Chiropractic has been appointed to the North Carolina Chiropractic Association’s Board of Directors, effective Jan. 1, 2027, according to an announcement from the practice.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County Farmer's Market update August 29, 2026
This Saturday's vendor lineup includes TJ Designs, Holy Granola, B&B Eggs, TC Smith, Robin's Nest, Christi Luv, and Rodney the Pork Skin Man.
Lenoir County Deputies Recover Stolen Vehicle, Arrest Driver
On August 27, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Burncoat Road in reference to a stolen motor vehicle.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Pears, the Perfect Food
Late summer and early Fall are season for welcoming juicy, sweet pears to your farm markets. Turn the crispy fruit into hot crisps, flakey pies, jams, and hearty salads. Generally, pears are in season in Eastern North Carolina from about August to October.
Public Notice: Request for Proposal for School Beverage Vending
It is the intent of Lenoir County Public Schools School Nutrition to work out a partnership/Contract with a qualified vendor(s) to supply safe, convenient beverage options for students, staff, and visitors throughout the day in our high schools following the Smart Snack guidelines.
Obituary: Margaret Maroules Thorpe
Margaret Maroules Thorpe, 88, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at Testa Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. A celebration of life service will be held Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 4 P.M. at Bethel Free Will Baptist Church by Rev. Chris Truett and her son-in-law, Dr. Mike Creekmore. The family will receive friends at the church prior to the service from 3-3:45 P.M. The graveside service will be conducted Monday, August 31, 2026, at 11 A.M. in the Flatfield Cemetery, 5089 Pauls Path Rd, LaGrange, NC.
Kevon Garrett Elected North Carolina FFA State Vice President
For most of his childhood, Kevon Garrett would not speak in front of a crowd. His parents, he says, had to beg him to stand and say a few words. This year he ran across a stage to accept one of the most visible leadership roles a young agriculturalist in the state can hold.
Lenoir County Man Arrested on Narcotics Charges Inside Courthouse
On August 26, 2026, deputies and narcotics detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office arrested Markie Koonce of Kinston after he was found in possession of illegal narcotics and drug paraphernalia inside the Lenoir County Courthouse.
Maysville Employee Receives Civic Foundation Scholarship
Civic Foundation proudly congratulates Demetrius Jones, Finance Officer / HR Director for the Town of Maysville upon receiving a scholarship to attend the Cash Management and Investment of Public Funds course at the UNC School of Government.
National Weather Service monitoring potential for flooding, severe weather Friday
We continue to monitor the potential for heavy rain, flooding, and severe thunderstorms across parts of ENC on Friday, August 28, 2026.
Parking area at Brock Mill Pond to close during improvements
Jones County officials announced that the parking area across from Brock Mill Pond will be temporarily closed over the next several weeks while construction work is underway.
Lenoir County women plead guilty in $187,000 COVID fraud case
Two Lenoir County women have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud in a COVID-era rental assistance fraud case involving more than $187,000, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
NCDOT explains tall grass along Lenoir County highways, upcoming mowing restrictions
Tall grass along some Lenoir County highways has drawn complaints from residents as students return to school and traffic increases near local campuses, but state transportation officials say new mowing restrictions and favorable growing conditions have contributed to the higher vegetation.
Back to School season is here and Guardian ad Litem is seeking Volunteers!
As children head back to school, many are returning facing challenges that they should not have to carry alone. Every child deserves to start the school year feeling safe, seen, and heard.
National Weather Service monitoring potential for flooding, severe weather Friday
NWS: We are monitoring the potential for heavy rain, flooding, and severe thunderstorms on Friday, August 28, 2026.
La Grange pauses utility disconnections during billing system upgrade
The Town of La Grange said no utility service disconnections will occur while the town completes upgrades to its payment and utility billing system.
Obituary: Linda Rouse Rice
Mrs. Linda Rouse Rice, 78, of Leesburg, Georgia, formerly of Grifton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Willson Hospice House.
Faith Forward with Pastor Jason McKnight: Why do bad things happen to good people?
The nine-year-old boy sat in my office. He’d made an appointment to ask a few questions. His mom and little brother were with him. I tried to make them all as comfortable as possible, joked about a few things, and said, “well, hit me with it, man!”
North Carolina's July Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted July 2026 unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, remaining unchanged from June’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.1 percent.