Community
Benson Employees Commended For Going Above And Beyond
BENSON, N.C. — Two Town of Benson Public Works employees have been recognized for their dedication, teamwork and service to the community. Dylan Rhodes and Doug Jackson recently received letters…
Benson Police, Parks & Rec Launch New Camp For Middle School Students
BENSON, N.C. — Local middle school students will have the opportunity to build friendships, develop leadership skills and connect with community leaders during a new summer program coming to Benson.…
Firefighters Gain Rare Training Equipment From Novo Nordisk
CLAYTON, NC – The Clayton Fire Department is strengthening its emergency response efforts thanks to a rare donation from Novo Nordisk’s Clayton facility, a global pharmaceutical company. The donation includes…
Happy Birthday, Sara Beth: Clayton Girl Continues Inspiring Others Through Cancer Journey
CLAYTON, N.C. — When yearbook signing day arrived at LifeSpring Academy, Sara Beth Bagley’s mother expected to see students exchanging signatures and saying goodbye for the summer. One of the…
Free Shred Event Set For June 20 In Smithfield
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Johnston County Register of Deeds Craig Olive has announced that his 17th Annual Community Shred Event will take place on Saturday, June 20, from 9:00 a.m. until…
Life Is Sweeter For The Sullivans
By Mary Michael Wood NC Department of Agriculture LUCAMA, N.C. – For Scott and Katie Sullivan, love didn’t just grow in fields, it started with Scott’s cabbage crop. The couple…
Clayton Honors Juneteenth Through Learning And Celebration
CLAYTON, N.C. – Community members are walking away from Clayton’s Juneteenth Celebration with new tools to explore family history, a deeper appreciation for Black culture, and a better understanding of…
Affordable Grocery Program Making Stops In Clayton This Month
CLAYTON, N.C. – As students begin summer break and school meal programs pause for the season, a mobile market offering discounted groceries will make several stops in Clayton this month.…
Smithfield Signature Fresh Market Moving To More Visible Downtown Location
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – The Smithfield Signature Fresh Market will open at a new downtown location beginning this Saturday, June 13. The farmers market, previously held in the Johnston County parking…
Duke Life Flight Helicopter To Land At Eastfield During Community Safety Event Saturday
SELMA, N.C. — Families will have a chance to get an up-close look at one of the region’s most recognizable emergency response aircraft this weekend when Eastfield hosts a free…
Music For The Lunch Bunch Announces 42nd Season
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – A longtime Johnston County summer tradition will return this month as Music for the Lunch Bunch begins its 42nd season in Smithfield. The free lunchtime concert series…
Johnston County Requests Voluntary Water Conservation As Drought Persists
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Johnston County officials are asking residents and businesses served by the county water system to voluntarily reduce water usage as drought conditions continue. The request comes as…
