Another building was vandalized in downtown Kinston. Art 105, located next to the Arts Council on Blount Street had the glass to an exterior door smashed.
North Lenoir Voice of Democracy winner Abbigail Doyle
Abbigail Doyle competed in the NC VFW voice of democracy competition. She is a senior at North Lenoir High School and one of 17 state finalists. Her essay and speech was selected as a winner by the local vfw post. She was then selected as the district 2 winner for the state.
Woodington eighth grader three-peats at spelling bee
Wesley Vernon three-peated as winner of the LCPS Spelling Bee last week and credited his having been in the district-wide contest twice before – and having won both times – with making his third appearance a little easier.
Letter to the Editor: Lenoir County citizens deserve dedicated 24/7 animal control officers
Enough is enough. Lenoir County citizens deserve dedicated 24/7 animal control officers to protect the public from the wild dogs who terrorize our communities, kill our beloved pets and attack residents landing them in the hospital.
Suspect identified and charged for January shooting
On Monday, January 16th, 2023, at approximately 10:00 pm members of the Kinston Police Department were called to the report of shots fired on the 2100 block of West Rd. Kinston, N.C. Upon arrival officers located several shell casings and discovered that an occupied residence had been struck by gunfire.
Obituary: Floyd Earl McComb
Reverend Floyd Earl McComb, a retired ordained bishop in the Church of God, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Visitation will be hosted at Howard-Carter Funeral Home in Kinston, North Carolina on Thursday, February 9, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 PM. A Celebration of Life Service honoring Pastor Floyd will be held at Tanglewood Church in Kinston, North Carolina on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 6:00 PM.
Greene County names new Finance Director
Paula Loftin has been selected as the new Finance Director for Greene County.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: February Legislative Update
Thank you for taking the time to read our latest newsletter. This edition aims to provide you with insights and information on everything we're doing to serve you, both in Raleigh and at-home in Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties.
John Hood: Racial Disparities Aren’t Proof of Bias
Black-headed households are less likely than white-headed ones to own their residences. The latest data from the Census Bureau put the homeownership rate at 75% for whites and 45% for blacks. According to the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency, our state’s racial disparity is roughly similar.
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker Supervisor III
Help wanted: Lenoir County Department of Social Services - Social Worker Supervisor III - Salary range: $52,907 - $74,756.
Juvenile taken into custody in reference to Friday shooting in La Grange
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Kinston Police Department, took a juvenile into custody Monday evening in reference to the shooting in La Grange on Friday. “The Kinston Police Department played an instrumental role in taking him into custody,” said Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers.
Scam alert for Jones County; Individuals offering to paint and/or clean for a ”today only deal”
The Jones County Sheriffs Office was made aware of individuals offering to paint and/or clean for a ”today only deal.” This style scam typically targets elderly residents that can be easily intimidated into paying their price. Please be cautious and do proper research before purchasing any services.
KPD seeks public assistance in identifying subject of financial card crime
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance regarding a possible financial card crime. On January 21, 2023, the subject in the photo used a financial card at EZ Pass Tobacco & Vape located at 701 Phillips Road in Kinston.
Obituary: Sallie Lou Smith Hill
Sallie Lou Smith Hill, 78, of Kinston, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023 at her home. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at Howard-Carter Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m., with burial following the service at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Mike Parker: Kinston was a leader in Civil Rights movement
When most of us think of the Civil Rights Movement in North Carolina, our minds go immediately to the sit-ins at Woolworth’s in Greensboro in the 1960s. We think of Dr. King’s speech “I Have a Dream” delivered on August 28, 1963, during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.