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Clayton Announces New Location For July 3 Fireworks Display
CLAYTON, N.C. — The Town of Clayton is preparing for its annual Independence Day fireworks celebration, but this year’s event will feature a new launch location due to ongoing construction…
Teresa Palma Named Johnston County Extension Agent
SMITHFIELD, N.C. —Johnston County residents seeking information on nutrition, health, food safety and family well-being will have a new resource. Teresa Palma has joined the Johnston County Extension Center as…
Men’s Wearhouse Opens Doors At Selma’s Eastfield Development
SELMA, N.C. — Shoppers in Johnston County now have a new option for men’s clothing after Men’s Wearhouse opened its first store in the county at the Eastfield development in…
Kenly Officers Promote Railroad Safety One Lollipop At A Time
KENLY, N.C. — There were plenty of smiles around Kenly on Wednesday, but behind every lollipop handed out by local police officers was an important safety message that could one…
Benson Announces July 3 Independence Day Celebration And Fireworks
BENSON, N.C. — The Town of Benson and Benson Parks and Recreation will celebrate Independence Day with an evening of family fun, entertainment and fireworks on Friday, July 3. This…
Patriotic Explosion Returns To Dunn With Music, Food Trucks And Fireworks
DUNN, N.C. — A local tradition celebrating faith, freedom and community will return as Central Baptist Church hosts its annual Dunn Patriotic Explosion. The free event, scheduled for Sunday, June…
Fireworks, Live Music Highlight Smithfield’s Independence Day Event
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Downtown Smithfield will celebrate Independence Day with an evening of live music, family activities, fireworks and patriotic events on Friday, July 3. The Downtown Smithfield Independence Day…
Book Lovers Gain New Destination In Downtown Smithfield
SMITHFIELD — Book lovers will soon have a new place to browse for their next page-turner as Once Upon A Crime prepares to open its doors in Downtown Smithfield. The…
Chick-fil-A Announces June 25 Opening In Flowers Plantation
CLAYTON, N.C. — Residents of the rapidly growing Flowers Plantation community will soon have a new dining option close to home. Chick-fil-A in Flowers Plantation will open on Thursday, June…
New Benson Booster Club Formed To Support Parks & Rec Programs
BENSON, N.C. — A new nonprofit organization has been established in Benson with a mission of supporting the Town of Benson Parks and Recreation Department through volunteer service, fundraising efforts…
Johnston Residents Shred 25,000 Pounds Of Documents At Annual Event
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Hundreds of Johnston County residents took advantage of a free document shredding event Saturday aimed at helping protect personal information and prevent identity theft. The Johnston County…
America250 Exhibition Will Celebrate Johnston County Through Art And Photography
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Visitors attending Johnston County’s America250 Fair will have an opportunity to view artwork and photography celebrating life in Johnston County, both past and present. The Johnston County…
