Clayton
Clayton To Explore Future Of Historic Robertson Mule Building
CLAYTON, N.C. – The Town of Clayton will host a public presentation focused on the history of the B.M. Robertson Mule Co. Building and possible future uses for the downtown…
Online Tractor Deal Ends In $23,500 Scam
JOHNSTON COUNTY – A Johnston County man lost a significant amount of money after falling victim to an online scam involving the purchase of a farm tractor. The 49-year-old victim…
Charges Dismissed Against Former Clayton High Basketball Coach
CLAYTON, N.C. – All charges have been dismissed against a former Clayton High School basketball coach who was arrested last year in connection with an alleged domestic incident in Wake…
50 Vehicles Targeted In Flowers Community
CLAYTON, N.C. – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating approximately 50 vehicle break-ins reported in the Flowers community, including neighborhoods off Neuse River Parkway. Investigators believe the incidents occurred…
Walk To Raise Awareness, Support Mental Health Services Coming To Clayton
CLAYTON, N.C. — Residents will have an opportunity to show their support for mental health awareness during the county’s first-ever NAMIWalk. NAMI Johnston County announced it will host the inaugural…
$43,000 Tax Fight: Johnston County, Realty Company And Bank Clash In Court
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – Johnston County is seeking more than $43,000 in a property tax lawsuit against Central Carolina Realty of Raleigh, but both the real estate company and a…
Former JCPS Bus Monitor Jailed Under $2.5 Million Bond
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – A former Johnston County Public Schools bus monitor has been arrested in an investigation involving an alleged inappropriate relationship with a teenage student, nearly 20 months…
Car, Electric Bike Collide On NC 42 East
CLAYTON, N.C. – A 25-year-old electric bike rider suffered minor injuries Saturday afternoon in a collision with a passenger car on NC 42 East near Buffalo Road. The accident occurred…
Phone Scam Costs Clayton Couple More Than $12,000
CLAYTON, N.C. — A Johnston County couple lost more than $12,000 after falling victim to a sophisticated telephone scam in which the caller falsely claimed to be a federal investigator.…
Man Faces Felony Larceny Charge In Equipment Rental Case
CLAYTON, N.C. – A Clayton man has been arrested on a felony larceny charge after authorities allege he rented a towable compressor valued at more than $14,000 and failed to…
Two Clayton Food Lion Associates Recognized For 35 Years Of Service
CLAYTON, N.C. — Two longtime employees at the Food Lion store in Clayton are being recognized for their dedication after each reached 35 years of service with the grocery retailer.…
JCPS Kindergarten Students Begin 2026-27 School Year
SMITHFIELD, N.C. -Johnston County Public Schools welcomed its newest students to the classroom this week as kindergarten classes began for the 2026-27 school year. The school district used a two-day…
