Benson
O’Quin To Serve Dual Roles As Planning Director, Interim Town Manager
BENSON, N.C. — The Benson Board of Commissioners approved a six-month contract on June 4 appointing Planning Director Tanner O’Quin as the town’s interim manager following the resignation of former…
From Benson To Broadway: Young Model Selected For New York Fashion Week
BENSON, N.C. — A 12-year-old Benson girl is preparing to take her talents to one of the biggest stages in the fashion world. Saylor-Claire Herring, the reigning American United Miss…
Leadership Johnston Gets A Taste Of Benson’s Small Business Community
BENSON, N.C. — Members of Leadership Johnston spent a day exploring Benson’s business community recently, meeting with entrepreneurs and learning firsthand about the opportunities and challenges of operating a small…
Letter To The Editor: Benson’s Challenges Run Deeper Than Personalities
This letter is written for those who want to read to understand, not for those who simply want to read to respond on social media. When I resigned as Town…
State Auditor Confirms Investigation Into Town Of Benson
BENSON, N.C. — The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor has confirmed it is investigating the Town of Benson’s budgeting practices and financial management and has already identified areas…
State Medical Board: Physician Assistant Failed To Meet Standards Of Care
RALEIGH, N.C. — A physician assistant has been reprimanded by the North Carolina Medical Board following an investigation into prescribing practices, patient monitoring failures, and inadequate medical documentation involving multiple…
Four Oaks Man Killed In I-40 Rollover Crash Near Benson
BENSON, N.C. – A Johnston County man was killed Friday afternoon following a crash near Benson, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Troopers responded around 4:13 p.m. to…
Benson Town Manager, Assistant Town Manager Resign Amid Turmoil
BENSON, N.C. — Benson Town Manager Dane Rideout and Assistant Town Manager Calla Godwin have both resigned from their positions following days of controversy surrounding town leadership and ongoing tensions…
Johnston County Students Receive Awards At UMO
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. – Several Johnston County students were recognized for their achievements at the University of Mount Olive’s Annual Awards Ceremony. Among those receiving awards were: Alicia Gachuz of…
No Injuries After SUV Hits Nursing Home
BENSON, N.C. — No injuries were reported after a vehicle crashed into a nursing home Friday night in Benson. The accident happened around 8:15 p.m. at Liberty Commons Nursing Home…
Multi-County Chase Ends In Southern Johnston County Crash
BENSON, N.C. — A driver was taken into custody early Wednesday morning after leading law enforcement officers on a multi-county pursuit that ended with a crash in the Meadow community…
NCDOT Announces 45-Day Closure Of N.C. 50 Bridge Over I-95 In Benson
Bridge Closure, Detours Planned as I-95 Widening Project Advances BENSON, N.C. — Motorists traveling through Benson will soon encounter major traffic changes as construction crews continue work on widening Interstate…
