Six Principals Complete Distinguished Leadership Program
Johnston County Public Schools had six principals recently complete the Distinguished Leadership Program (DLP), a year-long leadership development program for practicing school principals.
West Clayton...
Safety Improvements Planned For Dangerous Highway 27 Intersection
The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced plans to install a new traffic signal at a dangerous intersection on N.C. Highway 27 that has...
Driver Involved In Two County Chase Captured In Benson
A man who led law enforcement officers on a high speed chase on Interstate 40 and Interstate 95 is in custody. Around 12:30pm Tuesday, Sampson...
North Carolina SweetPotato Commission Launches K-12 Curriculum
BENSON – The North Carolina SweetPotato Commission (NCSPC), headquartered in Benson, has launched K-12 curriculum to help teachers and parents educate students about the state’s vegetable, the sweetpotato. In...
Benson Town Manager Leaving
Going to Emerald Isle
Benson’s town manager has announced he will leave the town to take a job as the manager of Emerald Isle.
According to...
School Board Approves Personnel Recommendations
SMITHFIELD - The Johnston County Board of Education approved the following recommendations, from Superintendent Dr. Eric Bracy, during a special-called meeting July 25, 2023:Principal...
Fire Destroys Building
A Benson-area building was destroyed by fire on Thursday.
It happened at 990 Five Points Road next to McLamb’s Rest Home.
Officials said some leaves were...
Benson Names New Town Manager
The town of Benson brought in a familiar face to fill the role of town manager. During a special session Tuesday night, the town...
First Dose COVID Vaccination Clinic April 1st At WJHS
2,000 doses will be administeredThe Johnston County Health Department has scheduled a first dose drive-thru clinic on Thursday, April 1st from 8:00 a.m. until...
Like Mother, Like Daughter
It is ironic how often life comes full circle. That is the case for Centora and Trinity Holder of Four Oaks. Although 27 years...
