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...
Bryson Adams Awarded The Rank Of Eagle Scout
On Saturday, February 8th, an Eagle Scout Ceremony was held for Eagle Scout Bryson Lynn Adams from Boy Scout Troop 19 of Benson. The...
71st Annual Benson Chamber Banquet
The 71st Annual Benson Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet was one for the record books. Broadslab Distillery’s “The Barn” venue was packed Thursday evening...
Troopers Seeking To Identify Owner Of Two Firearms
The NC State Highway Patrol is attempting to identify the owner of two handguns found in a vehicle during a traffic stop in Johnston...
McLamb Leaves Behind A Legacy Of Caring
As mayor, he wanted the best
On Monday, the town of Benson lost more than most realize when Jerry McLamb passed away at the age...
Highway 27 Closure In Benson Begins Monday
The NC Department of Transportation will completely close a section of NC Highway 27 (West Main Street) inside the Benson city limits beginning on Monday,...
Cleo McKinnon Selected As Benson’s Black History Honoree
This year’s Black History Month honoree has made it her mission in life to improve the well being of children in Benson. If she’s...
Benson Police Searching For Man Wanted For Several Break-Ins
Benson Police are searching for a suspect following several area break-ins targeting local businesses.
Multiple breaking and entering warrants have been taken out on Dantrel...
Kelli Bynum Named Relationship Manager, VP With KS Bank
Kelli B. Bynum has joined KS Bank as the Relationship Manager, VP for the Garner retail office. She is responsible for managing the retail office,...
Benson’s Lee Street Gym Reopens
Court Dedicated To Parks & Rec Director
On Saturday, January 11th, the Lee Street Gymnasium in Benson was packed with excited parents, coaches walking up...