On March 14, 2025, the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad conducted a checking station on the 800 block of Queen Street, leading to multiple violations being addressed. Our officers remain committed to ensuring the safety of our roadways and enforcing traffic laws.
South Lenoir High School senior Rachel Noble has been named a Class of 2029 NC State Park Scholar, a prestigious honor recognizing academic excellence, leadership, service, and character.
The Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library will host its biannual book sale beginning on Saturday, March 15th. The sale will continue Monday March 17th through Wednesday March 19th. In addition to books there will also be books on CD, movies and TV series on DVD and Blu-ray, and furniture for sale.
UNC Health Lenoir, in partnership with the Comprehensive Cancer Support Program at UNC Chapel Hill and the Duke Endowment, are proud to offer the “Get Real and Heel” exercise program for cancer survivors at the Minges Wellness Center on campus at UNC Health Lenoir.
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase surplus tablets and laptops most of which have been used by students and teachers for at least three years and are currently unsuited to meet the continued needs of students and teachers.
The Kinston Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating Bryson Bradley, 21 years old, who is wanted in connection with the murder of Korie Williams on September 20, 2024. Bradley has been evading authorities since the incident, and law enforcement is actively seeking his arrest.
On March 9, 2025, Kinston Police Department (KPD) officers responded to a breaking and entering at Exotic Tobacco and Vape, located at 805 Hardee Rd. Upon arrival, officers discovered the front door had been smashed open with a large brick.
When, officially, Lenoir County Public School students get the day off Friday – a teacher workday – nearly 300 of them will be up to their safety goggles in science learning. They’re competitors in LCPS’s annual Elementary Science Olympiad.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office K9s Beauregard, Judge, Justice and Talon have received donation of body armor
Pursuant to G.S. 115C-518 and 160A-269, the Lenoir County Board of Education hereby gives notice that it has received an offer to purchase surplus tablets and laptops most of which have been used by students and teachers for at least three years and are currently unsuited to meet the continued needs of students and teachers.
As a member of Emergency Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The Emergency Medical Services Division is seeking candidates for an EMS Division Chief (EMS Operations Manager). Candidates are responsible for the management and operational functions of the Emergency Medical Services Division.
Governor Stein has appointed the following individuals to the North Carolina 911 Board: Michael James of Lenoir County as a representative of a county where a primary Public Safety Answering Point is located and is recommended by the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners.
On the morning of 03/11/2025, the Greene County Sheriff's Office received several reports in the Town of Walstonburg and surrounding area regarding vehicle break in's that occurred during the early morning hours.
On March 3, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to a theft at Napa Auto Parts on W Vernon Avenue. Security camera images were shared on the department’s Facebook page, and with the support of our community, the suspect was identified as Jason Moore, 42, of Lenoir County.
The stage was set for an evening of elegance, resilience, and celebration as the first-ever Ms. Coming Up In Age Pageant took place on Saturday, March 8, at the Kinston High School Performing Arts Center. Hosted by Sharonda Shanice Events, the pageant was held in support of Greene Lamp Community Action’s Foster Grandparent Program, an initiative dedicated to enriching the lives of both senior volunteers and the children they mentor.
