Thursday, May 2, 2024


Convenience Store Burglary Suspect Sought

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BENSON - Deputies are investigating an early-morning break-in at a Johnston County convenience store. On Sunday, September 19th around 3:00am, an unknown male suspect...

School Board OKs $995,000 Bleacher Contract

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A contract has been awarded for bleacher repair and replacement work.  The Johnston County Board of Education approved a $995,000 contract this month with...

Mule Sculpture Installed In Benson

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Standing proud at the intersection of Highways 27 and 50 BENSON - The Town of Benson has announced the installation of its mule sculpture...

Two Reappointed To Benson Middle Advisory Council

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BENSON - Two current members on the Benson Middle School Advisory Council have been reappointed. Board member Terri Sessoms recommended the reappointments of Tammy...

Four Oaks Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash

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BENSON - A Four Oaks man died Friday morning as a result of a motorcycle accident in the McGee's Crossroads area. It was reported...

Mobile Outreach Unit’s First Assignment: Treating Patients Newly Diagnosed With COVID-19

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SMITHFIELD - Within hours of being delivered Wednesday, Johnston Health’s brand new mobile outreach unit was called to action. Starting Monday, it will be...

Woman Shot Then Run Over By Car

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BENSON - A 46 year-old woman was seriously injured Friday morning after being shot then run over by a car. The incident was reported...

Johnson Health Partners With Benson Health To Open Monoclonal Antibodies Clinic

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BENSON - Patients who test positive for COVID-19 now have a new treatment option in the Benson area. On Wednesday, a stand-up clinic next...

Benson Chamber Hosts Annual Citizen Of The Year Breakfast

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The Benson Chamber hosted its annual Citizen of the Year Breakfast on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at the Benson Conference Center. The event was...

West Johnston High Advisory Council Reappointments

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BENSON - At the request of Principal Jennifer Swartz, the Johnston County Public Schools Board has approved the reappointment of Heather Pennica and Brenda...