Heavy Rains Blamed For 12,000 Gallon Sewage Discharge
BENSON - The Town of Benson had a discharge of untreated sewage from a wastewater collections system, at the intersection of W Martin Street...
Passenger Seriously Injured After Metal Guardrail Impales Car
BENSON - Late Saturday night, a speeding westbound Mercedes with a driver and four passengers attempted to exit westbound I-40 at McGee’s Crossroad’s, exit...
Deputies, Police Search Benson Home
BENSON – The Johnston County Sheriff's Office, assisted by the Benson Police Department, served a search warrant at a home in the 100 block...
Johnston County Education Foundation Awards Over $90,000 In Student Scholarships
SMITHFIELD — The Johnston County Education Foundation (JCEF) has administered over $90,000 in student scholarships to the Johnston County Public Schools class of 2024. ...
Four Oaks Man Dies From Injuries Sustained In Crash
BENSON – One person died from injuries sustained in a fiery traffic accident. The single vehicle collision occurred shortly after 10:00am today (Monday) on...
Benson Opens Downtown Social District
BENSON - The Town of Benson now has its own social district — joining more than 50 municipalities across North Carolina with similar designations.
The...
Johnston County Commissioners Adopt Summer Learning Week
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Johnston County Commissioners have proclaimed July 15-19, 2024 as Summer Learning Week. The week emphasizes the importance of keeping kids learning...
Former Police Chief Kenneth Edwards Dies At 54
BENSON – Former Benson police chief Kenneth Edward died Thursday at his home. He was 54.
Coming from the Sampson County Sheriff’s Department, Kenneth began...
Johnston County Woman Bags First $100,000 Prize In New Game
BENSON – Lois Driver of Clayton tried her luck on a $30 scratch-off and won the first $100,000 prize in a new scratch-off game.
Driver...
Benson Votes To Join The I-95/ I-40 Crossroads Of America Economic Development Alliance
BENSON — The Town of Benson Board of Commissioners has voted to approve joining the I-95/ I-40 Crossroads of America Economic Development Alliance beginning...
