Kristy Kelly: Kinston gave me hope

Kinston has a way of providing me what I need. My love for this town is a little strange, even to me, but I’ve never lived anywhere that has done so much for me and my family. This year has been surreal in ways I never expected. Usually, when the holidays roll around, the stress of everything I can’t do steals the joy of the season.

Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office updates public on arrest of Ryan Keith Everett and other cases

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference Wednesday to provide updates on the arrest of Ryan Keith Everett and ongoing investigations, including an armed robbery involving Octavius McCoy and Monica Munoz. Sheriff Jackie Rogers emphasized collaboration and the resolution of communication challenges within the justice system. “The Sheriff’s Office is here to protect, and we will use all resources to ensure safety,” said Sheriff Jackie Rogers.

LCSO: Everett caught in Graham this afternoon

Ryan Keith Everett was taken into custody this afternoon by the Graham Police Department. The 38-year-old from La Grange had been sought by area law enforcement since Thursday evening, when he allegedly committed a robbery in Greene County, stole two firearms and shot two individuals on Wheat Swamp Road in Lenoir County.