The pedestrian was taken to UNC Lenoir and later to Vidant Medical Center in Greenville. On Monday, May 30, 2022, the pedestrian died as a result from the injuries he sustained from being struck by the vehicle.
KPD seeking help identifying suspect
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with helping identify the suspect.
NWS: Hurricane season begins today
Today, June 1st, marks the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season. NHC is watching two areas for potential tropical cyclone development.
Coming Together at Neuse Regional Libraries
Neuse Regional Libraries are committed to building community through our Library programs and offering events and forums that reflect the diversity of our local residents. In support of these goals, we will be offering our second annual Coming Together program series and Juneteenth celebration.
Reece Gardner: Today I Can
The tragedy that occurred last week at the school in Texas was horrific in every way, and our hearts go out to the many who are now suffering from this awful occurrence.
GEC: Ending? This is only the Beginning
When this year’s graduating class of thirty-eight began as Freshmen(some in 2017, some 2018), they had no idea the challenges they would encounter throughout their high school years. Dealing with a pandemic, no normal school routine, abbreviated schedule, virtual classes, on-line classes, and mask mandates, they still managed to meet their goals and graduate.
Update: Hughes and Christmas indicted by grand jury for first degree murder
Today two men, Joseph Hughes and Clinton Christmas were indicted by a grand jury for first degree murder.
Event: Youth Jr. Golf Clinic
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation Department is partnering with EPSON Tour to have a FREE Jr. Golf Clinic at Bill Fay Par 3 Golf Course.
Four LCPS commencement exercises on tap
Nearly 500 seniors will reach the milestone that is high school graduation at commencement exercises scheduled at four LCPS schools.
Dr. Brandy Harrell: A conscious community
What is a conscious community? One would define a conscious community as a unified awareness of successes and challenges with respect to the expression of all in need. Living in a conscious community would promote wellness, equality and empowerment of individuals and families.
Greene County Middle School to receive Mr. Holland's Opus Foundations grant
Greene County Middle School announced this week that Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation has selected them to receive new band instruments. These instruments include three baritones, five flutes, three tenor saxophones, two bass clarinets, and five trombones.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Save the date! Summerfest 2022 kicks off on June 11, 2022
Kinston’s annual Summerfest kicks off on June 11, 2022 with a concert presented by Downtown Kinston Revitalization (DKR) at Pearson Park. Breadwine and Blooze, the band who performed during last year’s July 4th weekend fireworks display, will be returning to Kinston for an evening filled with food, vendors, and music.
City of Kinston Public Notice - FY 2022-2023 budget
The public is hereby advised that per G.S. 159-12, the City Manager has submitted the proposed budget for the City of Kinston for FY 2022-2023 to the Mayor and the City Council. A copy of the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2023 is on file in the office of the City Clerk, the Public Library and on the City of Kinston’s website, www.ci.kinston.nc.us .
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Abundant Zucchini!
Soon it will seem like we have a never ending supply of zucchini squash, and while it is terrific sauteed, it is too much to eat every day.