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On June 14, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad received information that 44-year-old Shakiema Clemmons, of Lenoir County, was wanted by Pitt County authorities and was hiding in an apartment on the 4000 block of North Heritage Street.
On June 14, 2025, at approximately 4:19 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad received information regarding the whereabouts of 26-year-old Montaris Johnson, who was wanted in connection with a 2024 fraud investigation.
On June 13, 2025, at approximately 5:59 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to a single-vehicle crash involving a utility pole on Old Snow Hill Road. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the driver had left the scene prior to their arrival.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Lenoir County Public Schools is redefining how students transition from the classroom to the workplace. This spring, the district celebrated two milestone events that recognized students stepping into paid, career-focused roles with local business partners — not after graduation, but while still in high school.
TBobStrong, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting stroke survivors, donated a power chair to fellow nonprofit Salute on June 4 in honor of the late Christopher Vlasak. The donation was made to assist veterans and individuals facing mobility challenges.
Carsyn Tyndall, center, received The Sue Marcom Jones Scholastic Achievement Award on June 6,2025. This award is given annually on promotion day to the fifth grade student at Moss Hill Elementary School who has the highest grade average.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
There are few fresh seasonal vegetables that bring the business to the Farmers Market than corn. Customers flock to the market to buy bushel bags at a time. The average American eats about 5 ½ pounds of fresh sweet corn every year, certainly making it one of the most popular crops grown in the United States.
Obesity is one of the most dangerous chronic diseases affecting North Carolina. Not only does the disease have a significant physical impact through its link to over 230 other serious conditions, but its fiscal impact is also costing our state billions in healthcare costs every year.
KHS Graduate Zaryah Bracy credits JROTC with personal turnaround, helps lead program’s revival Zaryah Bracy doesn’t wear her story on her sleeve—but listen long enough, and you’ll hear one of Kinston High School’s most powerful turnarounds in recent memory.
La GRANGE — A familiar name in eastern North Carolina’s small-town dining scene is expanding again. Allen Nowell, owner of Second Street Café in Ayden and downtown Farmville, is preparing to open his third location—this time in La Grange.
As the school year comes to a close and summer officially begins, Neuse Regional Libraries are excited to kick off our Summer Reading Programs for patrons of all ages. The theme this year is Color Your World, and all are invited to join us for a summer filled with reading, art, crafts, and more.
Kinston City Council voted June 3 to support a proposed redesign of All American City Park, a small but prominent green space at the intersection of Blount and North Queen streets, marking a new phase in the city’s downtown revitalization efforts.
PINK HILL — Brandon Marshburn has been appointed to the Pink Hill Board of Commissioners following the resignation of longtime commissioner Pete Fantini, town officials confirmed.
Lenoir Community College (LCC) is proud to announce a new partnership with the Kinston Community Council for the Arts (KCCA) that will bring LCC’s Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts degree program into the heart of downtown Kinston.
Durham, NC, June 6, 2025 – Cypress Creek Renewables is pleased to announce that two Lenoir County students were selected to receive a 2025 Energizing Tomorrow’s Leaders Scholarship award: Kaitlyn pictured with Manager of External Affairs for Cypress Creek Renewables, Mike Storch.
A Huge Splash for Kinston Fire & Rescue!
Kinston Department of Fire and Rescue has upgraded its water rescue capabilities, thanks to the incredible generosity of the Duke Energy Foundation and other vendor support.
UNC Health Lenoir is pleased to welcome Dr. Lawrence “Sonny” Larabee to our Orthopedic and Sports Medicine team.
In response to a recent statement from the Mayor of Kinston defending the proposed FY26 budget and property tax rate increase, North Carolina House Representative Chris Humphrey issued the following statement:
