Juvenile Accidentally Shot By Friend Handling Firearm
Benson Police said they quickly determined a 911 call reporting a drive by shooting this afternoon wasn't true. At 1:54pm Saturday, officers were dispatched...
KFC / Taco Bell Manager Shot During Holdup
A manager at a KFC / Taco Bell was shot during a holdup. It happened early this morning (Wednesday).
The Johnston County Sheriff's Office said...
Federal-State Grant Helps Enhance GALOT Motorsports Park
ARPA Funds Support Expansion of Major Johnston County Tourism Asset
BENSON – GALOT Motorsports Park, the 125-acre complex of motorsports amenities that welcomes thousands...
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...
CVS Health Opening COVID-19 Testing Site In Benson
CVS Health is continuing to evolve and expand their approach to COVID-19 testing to meet the needs of consumers, the business community and populations...
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...
Family Loses Husband And Father Of 3 In ATV Accident
By Robert Jordan Dunn Daily Record DUNN - An all terrain vehicle rollover claimed the life of a man on Turlington Road in...
Stolen Car Crashes During High Speed Chase
BENSON - A car stolen from a Smithfield dealership was involved in a high speed chase and crash in Johnston County. It started at...
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...
NC SweetPotato Commission Names New Executive Director
BENSON –The North Carolina SweetPotato Commission, Inc. has announced that Michelle L. Grainger has joined the Commission as Executive Director. With over 20 years...
