Deputies, Police Search Benson Home
BENSON – The Johnston County Sheriff's Office, assisted by the Benson Police Department, served a search warrant at a home in the 100 block...
Johnston County Education Foundation Awards Over $90,000 In Student Scholarships
SMITHFIELD — The Johnston County Education Foundation (JCEF) has administered over $90,000 in student scholarships to the Johnston County Public Schools class of 2024. ...
Benson Man Charged With Sexual Exploitation
BENSON – A 53 year-old Benson man is charged with 10 counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor.
Michael Wayne Adams of Shepherd Drive,...
Four Oaks Man Dies From Injuries Sustained In Crash
BENSON – One person died from injuries sustained in a fiery traffic accident. The single vehicle collision occurred shortly after 10:00am today (Monday) on...
Benson Opens Downtown Social District
BENSON - The Town of Benson now has its own social district — joining more than 50 municipalities across North Carolina with similar designations.
The...
Johnston County Commissioners Adopt Summer Learning Week
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Johnston County Commissioners have proclaimed July 15-19, 2024 as Summer Learning Week. The week emphasizes the importance of keeping kids learning...
Former Police Chief Kenneth Edwards Dies At 54
BENSON – Former Benson police chief Kenneth Edward died Thursday at his home. He was 54.
Coming from the Sampson County Sheriff’s Department, Kenneth began...
Man Arrested For Fraudulent Video Game Sale
SMITHFIELD – Smithfield Police have arrested a 34 year-old man on fraud charges. Antonio Watson of Jarvis Lane, Benson was charged July 9 with...
Johnston County Woman Bags First $100,000 Prize In New Game
BENSON – Lois Driver of Clayton tried her luck on a $30 scratch-off and won the first $100,000 prize in a new scratch-off game.
Driver...
Benson Votes To Join The I-95/ I-40 Crossroads Of America Economic Development Alliance
BENSON — The Town of Benson Board of Commissioners has voted to approve joining the I-95/ I-40 Crossroads of America Economic Development Alliance beginning...
