Here is a look back at the top 5 articles on Neuse News each month in 2023.

Number 5

Governor Cooper Signs Bill into Law

RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper signed the following bill into law: House Bill 190: Dept. of Health and Human Services Revisions.-AB

Number 4

Mills Funeral Home's License revoked following violations, customer complaints

Mills Funeral Home, a long-established funeral home in Kinston, North Carolina, is facing severe consequences as the state's regulatory body, the North Carolina Board of Funeral Service, has revoked its license. The decision comes after a series of violations and customer complaints against the funeral home and its licensed manager, Craig Randolph Mills.

Number 3

Governor Cooper signs two bills, vetoes one bill

Governor Roy Cooper signed the following bills into law

Number 2

Lady anglers from Kinston make a splash at Big Rock Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament

On Saturday, over 266 boats competed in the annual Big Rock Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament. Mama Tried, captained by Lenoir County native Tyler Everett, brought in a massive 41.9lb Wahoo to the Weigh Station, earning the team $20,482.

Number 1

Suspicious item found in rental car triggers major response

A rental car from Enterprise on N Herritage Street, near the Plaza, led to an extensive emergency response due to a suspicious item found inside.