Community
Judy Bass Selected As Recipient Of 2025 James R. Stevens Service To Garner Award
GARNER – A longtime Garner resident with over 30 years of service to the community has been named the 2025 recipient of the James R. Stevens Service to Garner Award.…
Clayton Police Department Celebrates 2025 Teen Academy Graduates
CLAYTON – More than 30 local students are spending part of their summer break learning what it takes to wear the badge. Through the Clayton Police Department’s 2025 Teen Academy,…
A Heart Of Gold Rewarded: Employee Of 40 Years Surprised With New Cadillac
JOHNSTON COUNTY – For 40 years, Beverly Creech has been the smiling face, steady presence, and caring heart behind the counter at Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q. On Monday morning, the…
Bo Harris Receives Eagle Scout Award
SMITHFIELD – Chadwick Boyd (Bo) Harris, Jr. recently received his Eagle Scout Award from the Boy Scouts of America. He is the son of Emily and Chad Harris of Smithfield.…
Men’s Service Club Of Johnston Correctional Supports Local Organizations
SMITHFIELD – On Wednesday, August 6, a special check presentation ceremony was held at the Smithfield Rescue Mission, where the Men’s Service Club of Johnston Correctional Institution presented $1,000 donations…
Jose Perez Earns Top Honor For His Commitment To Safety
CLAYTON – Jose Perez, Building Codes Inspector III for the Town of Clayton, earns top honor as the Eastern District Inspector of the Year from the North Carolina Mechanical Inspectors Association. (NCMIA).…
Clayton Police Hosting Fraud Awareness Event
CLAYTON – The Clayton Police Department will host a Fraud Awareness Seminar on Tuesday, August 12 at 1:00 p.m. at the Clayton Center, located at 111 E. Second Street in…
Johnston County, Town Of Selma Awarded Great Trail State Program Grants
RALEIGH – Governor Josh Stein announced Thursday that the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources has awarded nearly $11 million to trail development and restoration projects in the Piedmont. The General…
From Classroom To Community: Clayton’s Interns Make Meaningful Impact This Summer
CLAYTON – Interns are making their mark in Clayton this summer, taking on meaningful roles in departments across local government. From budgeting and inspections to water resources and warehouse operations,…
Johnston County LICC Screens Dozens Of Children At Annual Wellness Event
SELMA – The Johnston County Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC) successfully screened 29 local children for critical developmental milestones at its annual Child Wellness and Resource Event on July 19th.…
Groundbreaking For Princeton Graded School Restoration Project Set For August 15
PRINCETON – A significant milestone in the restoration of the historic Princeton Graded School will be celebrated on August 15 at 9:00 a.m. with a groundbreaking ceremony to officially launch…
Clayton Couple Brings Philanthropic Shaved Ice Truck To Their Community: Sweet Treats With A Purpose
Instead of retirement, this former military family is partnering with local schools, youth sports leagues, and nonprofits to build a sweet legacy —one cup at a time CLAYTON – Kona…
