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Princeton Eagle Scout Reese Brown Recognized
On March 10th an Eagle Scout Ceremony was held at Pinkney Missionary Baptist Church in Fremont for Eagle Scout Reese Daughtry Brown from Boy Scout Troop 23 of Princeton. Reese recently held the position of Senior Patrol Leader in his…
Social Security Matters – Maximizing Social Security Benefits
by AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: I am currently 68 and am waiting to take maximum benefits at age 70. I have been retired for 3 and a half years. My wife…
Questions Surround Closure Of Wilber’s Barbecue
A Goldsboro landmark closed this week. There are many questions about what caused Wilber’s Barbecue located at 4172 US Highway 70 East to suddenly shut down. A sign is posted on the door from the NC Department of Revenue (NCDOR).…
Drive Thru Worker Assaulted With Hamburger, Police Say
An employee at a local fast food restaurant says a customer in the drive thru assaulted her with a hamburger. The incident was reported Wednesday night at Checkers at 100 Smithfield Crossings Drive. Police said a 42 year-old employee was working…
Fraud Alert: Sheriff’s Office Name Used In Two Scams
The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office wants the public to know about two scams where their name and the name of one of their officers is being used. Both scams appear to be unrelated. Numerous calls have been made to homes and…
Commissioners Approve Minor Changes To Land Use Regulations
Rapid growth is changing the landscape of Johnston County. Many people would like to see Johnston County Commissioners do more to control growth that some believe is out of control. In response to those concerns, commissioners approved a few minor changes…
Mayor Proclaims “American Legion Week” In Smithfield
Earlier this week, Mayor Andy Moore signed a proclamation honoring the 100th Anniversary of the American Legion and recognizing the week “which includes March 15-17 as American Legion Week” in the Town of Smithfield. The proclamation identifies the organization “comprised…
Bentonville Battlefield Tours Sold Out, Daytime Activities Still Available For 154th Anniversary Events
FOUR OAKS — “…I was conscious that I was in a critical condition, and thought of my dear ones at home, thankful that I still had a fighting chance for life.” Lieutenant Marcus Bates of the 21st Michigan penned these words after…
Balloon Fest Grounded … For Now
Commissioners say wait until next year The Harnett County Board of Commissioners has come to a decision regarding hosting the Freedom Balloon Fest over Memorial Day weekend, for now the answer is no. The topic was the first thing on…
Farm Show Coming Friday, Saturday
Time for some old-timey fun Two days of old-timey fun and good times will kick off for the 11th time Friday with a traditional farm show in Lillington. The Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club, or SAFE, will hold its annual…
