Community
County Leaders Join Effort To Raise Awareness For Alzheimer’s And Caregivers In November
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Board of Commissioners has proclaimed November as Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and Caregivers Month. A progressive, degenerative disease of the brain, Alzheimer’s causes loss of memory,…
Clayton Parks & Rec Introduces New Sensory Kits To Support All Visitors
CLAYTON – Clayton Parks and Recreation is making its programs and facilities more welcoming for everyone. New Sensory Kits are now available to help visitors of all ages feel comfortable…
Students Take A Stand Against Drugs In Annual Pine Level Elementary Parade
PINE LEVEL – Pine Level Elementary wrapped up Red Ribbon Week with its 13th annual parade. Students and staff were joined by members of the Parent-Teacher Association, community members, local…
Princeton Police Department Launches Annual Christmas Toy Drive
PRINCETON – The Princeton Police Department is spreading holiday cheer this season through its annual Christmas Toy Drive, collecting gifts for local children in need. The toy drive runs from…
Library Celebrates Spooky Story Contest Winners
CLAYTON – Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is setting the scene the day before Halloween, bringing the stories of young writers to life. Staff announced the winners of the Spooky Story Contest…
Johnston County Community Foundation Awards Nearly $52,000 In Grants
The Johnston County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $51,740 in grants to 23 organizations supporting the local community. The board of advisors granted: “It is a…
Johnston, Harnett Counties And Town Of Garner Awarded Recreation Grants
RALEIGH – Three local communities — Johnston County, Harnett County, and the Town of Garner — will receive significant funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to enhance…
Smithfield Police Department Launches New Mobile App
SMITHFIELD – The Smithfield Police Department is enhancing its ability to engage with the community and keep residents safe through the launch of a new mobile app that makes it…
Boys & Girls Clubs Awarded $5,000 Grant To Expand Youth Programs
Funding will enhance services in Selma and Smithfield JOHNSTON COUNTY — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County has received a $5,000 grant from the 2025 Johnston County Community…
Johnston County 4-H Celebrates Inaugural “Lead With The Clover” Showcase
JOHNSTON COUNTY – A milestone moment unfolded in Johnston County as 4-H hosted its first-ever Lead with the Clover: Johnston County 4-H Showcase, an exciting new tradition that celebrated the…
Local Flag Replacement Program Promotes Patriotism And Respect
CLAYTON – In a quiet but powerful show of patriotism, the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron 71 has launched a unique flag replacement program that is making a…
Educator, Entrepreneur, Trailblazer: Johnston County’s Susie Jane Malone Dies At 104
Beloved Teacher and Role Model Leaves Lasting Legacy JOHNSTON COUNTY — Susie Jane Malone, a longtime Johnston County educator and entrepreneur who helped lead the integration of local schools, passed…
