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Smithfield Council Approves Rezoning For Proposed Storage Facility
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A proposed commercial storage facility along Buffalo Road moved one step closer to reality after the Smithfield Town Council unanimously approved a conditional rezoning request for the…
Riverwood Rays Rule The Pool, Win 2026 Division Championship
CLAYTON, N.C. — A season of hard work, determination and steady improvement paid off for the Riverwood Rays, who captured the 2026 Tarheel Swimming Association Division Championship after an impressive…
JCAR: New Homes Are Helping The County Catch Up, Not Get Ahead
This article was submitted by the Johnston County Association of REALTORS® (JCAR) and is published as submitted. JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Growth is one of the most talked-about issues in…
CommWell Health Adds Mobile Medical, Dental Unit
FOUR OAKS, N.C. — CommWell Health has expanded its mobile healthcare services with the addition of a new medical and dental unit that will provide care to patients across Johnston…
New Planet Fitness Brings Jobs, 24-Hour Fitness To Clayton
CLAYTON, N.C. — Planet Fitness has officially opened its first Clayton location, giving residents access to a 24-hour fitness center while adding 19 jobs to the local economy. The new…
Reverend Roy Retires After 22 Years
The hospital was his church By Emily Weaver Daily Record of Dunn HARNETT COUNTY, N.C. – Pastor Roy Johnson has walked the halls of Betsy Johnson Hospital for 22 years…
Two Smithfield Food Lion Associates Honored For 40 Years Of Service
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Two longtime Food Lion associates have been recognized for reaching an impressive career milestone with the grocery retailer. Ronnie Holloman, a produce sales associate, and John Creech,…
Johnston County Youth Explosion To Host 12th Annual Backpack Giveaway
Free Backpacks, Haircuts And More Offered At Annual Clayton Event CLAYTON, N.C. — Students and families are invited to a free community back-to-school event that will provide backpacks, haircuts, hair…
Clayton Launches Study To Measure How Growth Is Affecting Residents
CLAYTON, N.C. — The Town of Clayton’s Economic Development Department is partnering with North Carolina State University on an Economic Mobility Study aimed at better understanding how residents access housing,…
Former Selma Police Major Claims Town Hall Sought More Traffic Tickets, Less Officer Discretion
Jeff Bass says disagreements over officer discretion and policing priorities contributed to his decision to medically retire. Town Manager Phillip McDaniel rejects the allegations, while Mayor Byron McAllister and Police…
UPDATE: Clayton Moves Popsicles In The Park To July 30
CLAYTON, N.C. — Families planning to attend Popsicles in the Park this week will have to wait a little longer. Due to the forecast for rain on Thursday, July 23…
Tobacco Farm Life Museum To Host Exhibit, Program To Honor 90th Anniversary Of The Green Book
KENLY, N.C. – A traveling exhibit and virtual program that commemorate the 90th anniversary of the publication of the “Negro Motorist Green Book” are being showcased at a local museum.…
