Pickup Overturns On Highway 301
The State Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle accident this afternoon (Wednesday) on Highway 301 just north of Benson. The wreck was reported...
N.C. Forest Service Offers Discount To Military Members For Seedling Orders
RALEIGH – In recognition of the service and sacrifice of members of the armed forces, the North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 20...
Cotton Bale Fire Was Arson
A fire that burned a large cotton bale over-the-weekend was arson. Around 2:30pm Saturday, the Meadow Fire Department responded to the suspicious fire in...
Son Charged In Death Of 83 Year-Old Father
DUNN - A man wanted for the murder of his 83 year-old father was arrested Thursday night in southern Johnston County. On October 28th,...
Sisters Give Candy And Cards To Nursing Home Residents
BENSON - Two sisters who hold states titles, 11 year-old Madelyn Herring, Junior Miss North Carolina and 6 year-old Saylor-Claire Herring, Tiny Miss North...
DWI Arrest Made After Car Strikes Fire Hydrant
A 39 year-old woman was arrested Tuesday afternoon by Smithfield Police following a single vehicle accident on N. Third Street near Bridge Street.
Police said...
Over 500 Homes Could Get Faster Internet Access
BENSON - Several hundred homes near Benson could be getting faster internet service. CenturyLink is seeking local and state funds to upgrade internet access...
One Person Killed In Benson Area Wreck
Speed was a contributing factor in a fatal single car crash near Benson. The crash was discovered at 12:19am Sunday on Tarheel Road near...
Benson Firefighters Turn Hydrants Pink
There are pink fire hydrants in Benson to honor breast cancer survivors, their family and friends and those who lost their battle with the...
Minivan And Trash Truck Collide
A minivan ran into the back of a trash truck Wednesday morning. The collision was reported at 10:14am on Old Fairground Road near Dana...
