Kenly Coverage

Kenly man critically hurt in shootout with Law Enforcement back home

A man who was critically injured in a shootout with law enforcement after neighbors say he barricaded himself inside a home earlier this month has returned

Kenly Police Department rebounds one year after wave of resignations

Kenly Police Chief James Ayers said he's working to rebuild relationships in his new community.

Kenly Police Department fills voids after entire force resigned nearly a year ago

Kenly Police Chief James Ayers said he's working to rebuild relationships in his new community.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

Neighbors ID man who barricaded, fired gunshots at Kenly law enforcement

Josh Haynes, according to neighbors, barricaded himself inside his home and shot at law enforcement early Sunday morning.

Man shot in Kenly standoff with law enforcement in critical condition

A man who barricaded himself inside a home Sunday morning, forcing law enforcement to fire their weapons, was critically injured in the shooting.

New police chief hired in Kenly after months of turmoil

After months of resignations and controversy, the Town of Kenly has hired a new police chief.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL Reporter

Town of Kenly hires new police chief

After months of resignations and controversy, the Town of Kenly has hired a new police chief.

Spring Lake mayor demands answers from state treasurer

Mayor Kia Anthony is calling for a one-on-one meeting with State Treasurer Dale Folwell to get some answers for the town.

Spring Lake mayor demands answers after state treasurer refuses to pay to hire new town manager

Mayor Kia Anthony is calling for a one-on-one meeting with State Treasurer Dale Folwell to get some answers for the town.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

State board that controls Spring Lake finances won't pay to hire new town manager; choice 'does not generate confidence'

The state Local Government Commission, which controls the finances for the troubled town of Spring Lake, will not approve funds to pay for the hire of Justine Jones as town manager. Jones left a similar role in Kenly after less than two months.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

Former Kenly town manager takes similar role in Spring Lake

On Monday night, the Spring Lake Board of Aldermen voted 3-2 to hire Justine Jones, who was ousted from a similar position in Kenly after a little more than a month on the job.

Ousted Kenly town manager Justine Jones hired as Spring Lake town manager

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen voted Monday night to hire Justine Jones, the ousted town manager of Kenly, as Spring Lake's next town manager.

Spring Lake adds controversial town manager hire to history of leadership woes

A town with a history of leadership issues is divided again, this time over the decision to hire a new town manager.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

Century-old Kenly home heavily damaged in fire

One of Kenly's oldest homes was heavily damaged by fire on Thursday night.

Kenly home catches fire

An old home in Kenly caught fire on Thursday night. A woman escaped the home unharmed.

Dozens gather in Kenly for ousted town manager

Supporters of recently ousted Kenly Town Manager Justine Jones held a really Friday night in support of her. Jones was among the speakers during the "Justice for Justine" rally

'What happened wasn't right': Ousted Kenly Town Manager Justine Jones speaks at rally

Justine Jones said Friday she has not ruled out suing the town.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter and Eric Miller, WRAL multimedia journalist

Kenly town manager voted out by town council

Friday marks the final day for Justine Jones with the town after three months on the job. Jones was hired among 30 candidates.

Papa Jack's has small-town feel with country store setting

Papa Jack's is a convenience store and a grill that go together like a burger and fries.

Kenly council votes to terminate town manager

The Kenly town manager was terminated after a 3-2 council vote.

Kenly votes to terminate town manager at center of police force complaints

Tuesday, Council members voted 3-2 during a special session to terminate Justine Jones' contract.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Kenly council holds first public meeting since police force resigned

A packed house inside the Kenly council chambers Monday. Dozens of residents were on edge about the future of the town of Kenly.

Town of Kenly moving forward after losing entire police force

A packed house inside the Kenly council chambers Monday. Dozens of residents were on edge about the future of the town of Kenly.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Resignation of entire Kenly police force taking effect on Aug. 2

On Aug. 2, the town of Kenly will lose its police chief and all full-time officers.

Kenly will lose its police chief and full time officers on Tuesday. What's next?

On Aug. 2, the town of Kenly will lose its police chief and all full-time officers.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter