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Prosecutors talk Faberge eggs and skating rink in LaRoque case Video included

Thousands of dollars in jewelry and an ice skating rink –that's where prosecutors say your tax dollars went after former state lawmaker Stephen LaRoque funneled federal money into his wallet.   More>>

Man arrested for drug-growing operation appears in court Video included

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The Lenoir County Sheriiff's Office says Kristofer Tyson, 25, had explosive materials and an extensive drug operation at his home at 794 Dawson Station Road, north of Kinston. More>>

Kinston Lions Adventure Water Park a boon to community Video included

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A day in the park just got a whole lot better for kids in Kinston and all across the east. More>>

Police investigating reported Kinston shooting

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Police are investigating a reported overnight shooting.It happened just before 1 a.m. near the 11 building of Simon Bright Court in Kinston.Officers responding at the scene said 23-year-old Marquez Dontrell More>>

Kinston police investigating afternoon shooting

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Police in Kinston are investigating an afternoon shooting.It happened Monday near the intersection of East Lenoir Ave. and Raleigh St.Officers arriving at the scene found a black male, in his 30s, with More>>

Neighbors watch as Kinston police, troopers search for convicted felon Video included

28-year-old Jneaka Sutton 28-year-old Jneaka Sutton
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A man convicted of multiple felonies got away from police after running through a nearby neighborhood. More>>

"Shake Away Your Fears" event in Pink Hill preps kids for testing time

"Shake Away Your Fears" event in Pink Hill preps kids for testing time

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Tests can make anyone nervous -- so how about dancing out your fears? More>>

Volunteers build dream playground at a Kinston elementary school

Volunteers build dream playground at a Kinston elementary school

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It's taken nearly 50 years, but the students at a Kinston elementary school are finally getting their dream playground. More>>

Southeast Elementary's playground dreams come true

It's a big day for Southeast Elementary School in Kinston. Their dream of a new playground is coming true. More>>

Marine arrested after threatening wife and fellow Marine

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A Camp Lejeune Marine is in custody after deputies arrested him in Duplin County. More>>

Rochelle Middle School's new principal has unique connection to school Video included

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Rochelle Middle School in Kinston gets a new principal. Maya Swinson will take the reins of the middle school in summer, but it won't be her or her husband's first time walking the halls.
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Semi truck overturns on Hwy 11

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A tipped over peanut truck closed down part of Highway 11 Tuesday night. More>>

Man in a wheelchair escapes fire in Kinston home Video included

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Despite being in a wheelchair, an eastern North Carolina man saved himself and his two dogs, after his Kinston home caught on fire Tuesday morning. More>>

Update: Kinston Police investigating two weekend shootings Video included

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Police are investigating two shootings within two days in Kinston. More>>

YWOC Holds Teenfest 2013

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The teenage years can be tough with high school and growing up there's a lot going on; but, one event in the East hopes to make it all a little easier to manage.
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South Lenoir High students build the American dream for grade Video included

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Students in eastern North Carolina are helping others make their American dream come true, by putting their construction skills to use.
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Raleigh man wanted in Greene County for attempted murder detained at Mexican border

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A man wanted on a warrant for homicide-attempted murder in Greene County was taken into custody at the Mexican border.It happened Sunday at the Eagle Pass port of entry. That's where an inspection of a More>>

Couple accused of Kinston mother's murder won't be tried together

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The couple charged with killing a Kinston woman will not go to trial together. More>>

Lenoir County Board of Elections members resign, chairwoman speaks out

Lenoir County Board of Elections: From left - Sharon Kanter, Kimberly Allison, Oscar Herring Lenoir County Board of Elections: From left - Sharon Kanter, Kimberly Allison, Oscar Herring
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Tension surrounding the Lenoir County Board of Election reaches a boiling point and all three board members resign. More>>

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