Friday, September 27, 2024


Carolyn Ennis Honored For Service

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Carolyn Ennis was honored by Mayor Andy Moore and members of the Smithfield Town Council this month.  Ennis was a member of the Public Library...

High School Teacher Publishes Book

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A local teacher has published a book that's now available for purchase.  Throwing Moses under the Bus: A High School English Teacher Looks at...

Charles B. Aycock High School Principal Announces Retirement

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After more than four decades serving in public education, Charles B. Ayock High School principal, Dr. Earl Moore has announced that he will soon...

Ask Rusty – When Should I Claim My Widow’s Benefit?

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Dear Rusty: My husband passed away at the age of 52, and I was 53. I am currently 59. I've read about and been...

Johnston County School Bus Involved In Accident

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A public school bus carrying students to Cooper Academy in Clayton was involved in an accident this morning (Friday) on N. Fayetteville Street. Emergency crews...

Commissioners Ask Rock Quarry To Work Out Compromise With Neighbors

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Johnston County Commissioners have tabled a request by a Benson-area rock quarry to expand their hours of operation in hopes they can reach a...

Council Rejects Townhouse Development

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Plans for a proposed townhouse development on Highway 301 South in Smithfield were rejected by the Smithfield Town Council.  The council voted unanimously Jan. 7th...

NC DOT To Extend Highway 42 East Across US 70 In Clayton

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Right-of-way acquisition could begin later this year  Town of Clayton leaders are celebrating what they call a huge transportation triumph today thanks to the tireless...

Red Cross To Install Free Smoke Alarms In Johnston County On January 18

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The American Red Cross is teaming up with community partners to install free smoke alarms during a Sound the Alarm event in Johnston County. The home fire...

Harnett County To Host January Litter Sweep

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Keep Harnett Beautiful has announced an upcoming volunteer Litter Sweep on Friday, January 17th at 2:30pm. The cleanup will take place along Nursery Road...