Clayton
Clayton Communication And Outreach Department Celebrates Multiple Awards And National Recognition
CLAYTON – The Town of Clayton’s Communication & Outreach Department is being recognized for a year of exceptional achievement, earning multiple statewide awards and national professional recognition for its work…
Clayton Unveils Renderings For New Southwest Public Safety Center
CLAYTON – The Town of Clayton is sharing renderings for its new Southwest Public Safety Center, a 24,000-square-foot facility that will combine fire and police operations under one roof. Located…
Deputy Interrupts Burglary In Progress
CLAYTON — One person was taken into custody and authorities are searching for a second suspect after deputies discovered a burglary in progress near Clayton. The incident occurred around 10:20…
Traffic Stop Unravels String Of Vehicle Break-Ins
JOHNSTON COUNTY — A rash of vehicle break-ins has been solved thanks in part to a routine traffic stop by Zebulon Police. Authorities say two suspects are now in custody…
Deputies: Woman Pulled Gun On Passenger During I-95 Dispute
MICRO — A Clayton woman is accused of pointing a handgun at a passenger during a heated dispute on Interstate 95, forcing the victim out of the vehicle before driving…
Officers Spread Holiday Cheer During Annual Cops & Kids Christmas Event
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Local law enforcement officers helped bring holiday joy to local children during the Cops & Kids Christmas Shopping Event, hosted by the Johnston County Fraternal Order of…
Keith Branch Files To Challenge Incumbent Butch Lawter For Commissioner Seat
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Keith Branch of Clayton filed Monday to run for the Johnston County Board of Commissioners, seeking the District 7 seat in the upcoming election. Branch will challenge…
Report: Dirt Bike Ride Turns Into Chase On Cleveland Road
CLAYTON — What started as a deputy’s routine patrol on Cleveland Road turned into a quick chase Tuesday afternoon when two dirt bike riders decided not to stop, according to…
Nine JCPS Teachers Win Big With Johnston County Education Foundation Grants
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Johnston County Education Foundation delivered grant checks to nine JCPS educators throughout the school district to be used for further enhancing their students’ learning environment. Founded…
Two Suffer Minor Injuries In House Fire
CLAYTON — Two people were hospitalized with minor injuries Tuesday morning after a fire broke out at a home off Buffalo Road in northern Johnston County. The blaze was reported…
Inmate Accused Of Biting Detention Officer
JOHNSTON COUNTY — A man accused of firing a shotgun at a motorist and leading deputies on a two-county chase in September is now facing additional charges after authorities say…
Marsh Enters GOP Primary For North Carolina Senate Seat
JOHNSTON COUNTY — Caitlin Goose Marsh of Smithfield has filed to run in the 2026 Republican primary for North Carolina Senate District 10. Marsh said she is entering the race…
