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Angier Woman Sentenced To 86 Months In Federal Prison
A 24 year-old Angier woman was sentenced today (Wednesday) to served 86 months in federal prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release. United States Attorney Robert J. Higdon, Jr. announced that in federal court in New Bern, United States…
Over 10 Tons Of Documents Safely Disposed Of At Annual Shred Event
Johnston County Register of Deeds Craig Olive spent last Saturday assisting the citizens of Johnston County at his annual Shred Event. Boxes and bags filled with sensitive and personal information were shredded, protecting citizens from the potential threat of identity fraud. Over…
The Original Drifters To Headline 35th Annual Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival
The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation has announced that The Original Drifters will headline the 35th annual Ham & Yam Festival with a free concert scheduled for 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 4th. With roots in doo wop, soul, and R&B,…
Council Asks Property Owners To Reach Compromise In Disputed Case
The Smithfield Town Council has tabled a request to allow a former doctor’s office be converted into a single family residence in hopes a compromise can be reached with the owner of an adjacent medical office. Bonnie Creech Godwin of…
County Declares 9 Surplus EMS Vehicles
A total of nine EMS vehicles were declared as surplus property by Johnston County Commissioners at their April meeting. Johnston County Emergency Services Director Kevin Hubbard said the vehicles are in poor condition – many have high miles and need…
Greenhouse Vegetables Offer Local Produce Year-Round
Tomato lovers don’t have to wait to find fresh, locally grown tomatoes. That’s because fresh greenhouse-grown tomatoes are now available at farmers markets across the state. “While there is no official season for greenhouse vegetables, early spring is the busiest…
Smithfield Approves New Tethering Ordinance
In a unanimous vote, the Smithfield Town Council has approved a new tethering ordinance. In March, Chief of Police Keith Powell presented a proposed ordinance for members of the town council to review. The police department oversees animal control. After gathering…
Oldest Living Johnston County Veteran, Paul Otto, Dies At 102
Johnston County’s oldest living veteran, Paul Otto, passed away on Sunday at the age of 102. JoCoReport featured Mr. Otto last September 7th when he turned 102. Visitation with his family will be held Wednesday, April 10th from 1:00PM until 2:30PM…
Storms Cause Power Outages, Damage
Strong thunderstorms that swept through Johnston County late-Monday caused a number of power outages and scattered damage reports. Town of Clayton electrical crews worked in the heavy rain to get power back on to hundreds of affected customers. Many businesses were…
Teen Cited In School Bus Crash
A teenage driver has been cited by police for causing a two vehicle accident involving a Johnston County school bus. The accident happened at 6:55am Monday on Booker Dairy Road at Eden Drive near Smithfield Selma High School. According to…
