Linda Elaine Oliver Peace, 69, of Kinston, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023 at her home. Memorial service will be held Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 3:00 pm at Howard-Carter Funeral Home.
Traffic stops end with arrest
Wooten was arrested for Possession of a Stolen Firearm and Possession of Schedule VI. He was placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
Talisa Joyner: A small business owner making a big impact
March is Women's History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the vital role of women in American history. Talisa Joyner, is a small business owner and influential figure in the community. Talisa is the founder of Adelphe Christian Sorority, Inc., which has collaborated with Greene County Schools to provide free Wi-Fi hotspots to underprivileged students. They have also donated food, clothing, and games to Kinston's homeless shelter.
North Carolina Awarded $500,000 to Help More People Afford High-Speed Internet
North Carolina will get $500,000 to help more low-income households afford monthly high-speed internet service, Governor Roy Cooper announced.
Students become state leaders at Youth Legislative Assembly
Thirteen students from Lenoir County Early College High School took on the role of state leaders this past weekend when they joined approximately 200 other North Carolina students in the NC Youth Legislative Assembly (YLA) in Raleigh.
KPD: Woman charged with Felony Assault on Law Enforcement Officer
On Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department, SWAT Team, and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, Special Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence near the 700 block of W. Lenoir Ave. Kinston, N.C. The warrant was a direct result of ongoing cases being investigated regarding the recent theft of a motor vehicle and homicide.
WATCH: KPD holds press conference, teen charged with murder
WATCH: KPD holds press conference, teen charged with murder
Greene County Sheriff's Office: Vehicle chase ends in arrest
On Thursday, March 16th, 2023 around 11:40 pm Greene County Deputies attempted to stop a vehicle for a stop sign violation at Hwy 903 S and Hull Rd, which lead to a vehicle chase in the Arba area. After chasing the vehicle into Lenoir County, then back into Greene County, the driver, who was later identified as 41 year old Kevin Johnson from the Arba area, abandoned the vehicle near his home and fled into the woods.
Adults recovering from addiction or incarceration to benefit from SECU Foundation Grant
SECU Foundation is pleased to announce a $40,000 grant for the Lenoir County non-profit Hope Restorations. The funding will support the expansion of its program model for adults recovering from addiction and/or incarceration through intervention programs and job skills training in home restoration and renovation.
Library’s Digital Resource Rover Continues to Take the Library to the Community
The Neuse Regional Libraries’ Digital Resource Rover (DRR) has been on the road for one year now, and what a year it has been.
UNC Health Lenoir celebrates Certified Nurses Day
UNC Health Lenoir celebrated Certified Nurses Day, March 19, by honoring its 33 board-certified nurses with a breakfast to recognize their professionalism, leadership, and commitment to excellence in patient care:
LCC Graphics Club donates to Lenoir County S.A.F.E.
The Graphics Club at Lenoir Community College collected and donated items to the Lenoir County S.A.F.E. domestic shelter as part of an LCC Student Government Association community service project.
Girl Scouts build bench for SPCA
Juniors from Girl Scout Troop 1442 completed their Bronze Award project, a bench for the Lenoir County SPCA.
Event: Kinston High School 1972 Class Scholarship
The Kinston High School Class of 1972 Scholarship’s goal is to raise at least $5,000 to award $500 annually for 10 years to a Kinston High School Senior. Please write checks out to: Kinston High School Class of 1972 Scholarship. Any donation amount is appreciated.
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