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

Number 5

Chick-Fil-A to close December 30, 2023 for major remodel project

Chick-fil-A of Kinston is thankful for the opportunity to serve Kinston/Lenoir County and the surrounding areas for the past thirteen years. We have always strived to improve our service model to meet and exceed the demands of our customers.

Number 4

Harp & Dill’s bids farewell; restaurant to close at the end of the year

Harp & Dill’s posted the following on their Facebook page: There’s no easy way to tell y’all this, but we feel the need to go ahead & let our community know that we will be closing our restaurant doors on December 31st, 2023. As we reflect on many memories that we will cherish forever, we want you to know that we sincerely appreciate all the support y’all have shown us.

Number 3

Kinston Police Department: Case update

On Monday, October 30, 2023, Investigators with the Kinston Police Department were able to obtain warrants on Donteon Foye, 22, of Kinston, for 1st Degree Murder in the shooting death of Jaliek Pridgen on October 18, 2023. Foye is currently in the custody of the North Carolina Department of Corrections, where he is serving a sentence for violating the terms of his parole.

Number 2

Downtown Kinston Revitalization financial future uncertain, board defies city's recommendation

Tensions are rising in Kinston as the City Council delivered a stark message to Downtown Kinston Revitalization (DKR): Address your issues, or face a funding reckoning.

Number 1

Arrest made after high-speed chase and gun discovery in KPD stop

KPD's Violent Crime Action Team initiated a traffic stop with a vehicle for vehicle violations. As detectives attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver refused to stop and accelerated to a higher speed. During this time the driver, Randall McNeal, was seen attempting to hide something.