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Write-In Candidate Will Byrd Says Johnston County Residents ‘Need To Be Heard’

Write-In Candidate Will Byrd Says Johnston County Residents ‘Need To Be Heard’

Jul 29, 2026

JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Lifelong Johnston County resident Will Byrd has announced a write-in campaign for the Johnston County Board of Commissioners District 5 seat, challenging incumbent Commission Chairman Patrick…

Overnight Storms Leave Trail Of Damage

Overnight Storms Leave Trail Of Damage

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Reverend Roy Retires After 22 Years

Reverend Roy Retires After 22 Years

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Smithfield Ticket Produces $200,000 Powerball Winner

Smithfield Ticket Produces $200,000 Powerball Winner

Jul 29, 2026
Two Kenly Residents Lose More Than $33,000 In Separate Scams

Two Kenly Residents Lose More Than $33,000 In Separate Scams

Jul 29, 2026
Selma Railroad Days 5K Celebrates 50 Years This September

Selma Railroad Days 5K Celebrates 50 Years This September

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NCDA Confirms First Finding Of Yellow-Legged Hornets, Asks Beekeepers To Watch For Predator Hornet

NCDA Confirms First Finding Of Yellow-Legged Hornets, Asks Beekeepers To Watch For Predator Hornet

Jul 29, 2026
Johnston County Firefighter Charged With Indecent Liberties, Sexual Exploitation Of Minor

Johnston County Firefighter Charged With Indecent Liberties, Sexual Exploitation Of Minor

Jul 28, 2026
Princeton Search Warrant Nets Three Arrests, Meth, Firearms And Animal Cruelty Charges

Princeton Search Warrant Nets Three Arrests, Meth, Firearms And Animal Cruelty Charges

Jul 28, 2026
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Smithfield

Write-In Candidate Will Byrd Says Johnston County Residents ‘Need To Be Heard’

Write-In Candidate Will Byrd Says Johnston County Residents ‘Need To Be Heard’

Jul 29, 2026
Smithfield Ticket Produces $200,000 Powerball Winner

Smithfield Ticket Produces $200,000 Powerball Winner

Jul 29, 2026
Johnston County Firefighter Charged With Indecent Liberties, Sexual Exploitation Of Minor

Johnston County Firefighter Charged With Indecent Liberties, Sexual Exploitation Of Minor

Jul 28, 2026
Smithfield Renews Downtown Development Contract Amid Push to Rebuild Business Trust

Smithfield Renews Downtown Development Contract Amid Push to Rebuild Business Trust

Jul 28, 2026
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Selma

Selma Railroad Days 5K Celebrates 50 Years This September

Selma Railroad Days 5K Celebrates 50 Years This September

Jul 29, 2026
Stolen Dodge Charger Recovered Hours After Owner Reports Theft

Stolen Dodge Charger Recovered Hours After Owner Reports Theft

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Minor Injuries Reported After Multi-Vehicle Crash In Selma

Minor Injuries Reported After Multi-Vehicle Crash In Selma

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Former Selma Police Major Claims Town Hall Sought More Traffic Tickets, Less Officer Discretion

Former Selma Police Major Claims Town Hall Sought More Traffic Tickets, Less Officer Discretion

Jul 24, 2026
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Clayton

Overnight Storms Leave Trail Of Damage

Overnight Storms Leave Trail Of Damage

Jul 29, 2026
Johnston County Youth Explosion To Host 12th Annual Backpack Giveaway

Johnston County Youth Explosion To Host 12th Annual Backpack Giveaway

Jul 27, 2026
Clayton Launches Study To Measure How Growth Is Affecting Residents

Clayton Launches Study To Measure How Growth Is Affecting Residents

Jul 27, 2026
Two Vehicles Collide At Busy Intersection

Two Vehicles Collide At Busy Intersection

Jul 26, 2026
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Schools

Dr. P.K. Vyas Continues Tradition Of Supporting Future Healthcare Workers

Dr. P.K. Vyas Continues Tradition Of Supporting Future Healthcare Workers

Jul 23, 2026
UNC Health Johnston Scholarships Support 15 Students Pursuing Medical Careers

UNC Health Johnston Scholarships Support 15 Students Pursuing Medical Careers

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“Stronger Together” Takes Center Stage At JCPS 2026 Leadership Conference

“Stronger Together” Takes Center Stage At JCPS 2026 Leadership Conference

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‘Campbell Has Lost A Giant’: Former Football Coach Dale Steele Dies

‘Campbell Has Lost A Giant’: Former Football Coach Dale Steele Dies

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State

NCDA Confirms First Finding Of Yellow-Legged Hornets, Asks Beekeepers To Watch For Predator Hornet

NCDA Confirms First Finding Of Yellow-Legged Hornets, Asks Beekeepers To Watch For Predator Hornet

Jul 29, 2026
Man Deported Three Times Indicted After Fatal Crash That Killed 6-Year-Old

Man Deported Three Times Indicted After Fatal Crash That Killed 6-Year-Old

Jul 28, 2026
Gov. Stein Appoints Two Johnston County Residents To State Boards

Gov. Stein Appoints Two Johnston County Residents To State Boards

Jul 28, 2026
ICE Eyes Opening First NC Federal Detention Center In Winton

ICE Eyes Opening First NC Federal Detention Center In Winton

Jul 28, 2026
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