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Council Asks Property Owners To Reach Compromise In Disputed Case
The Smithfield Town Council has tabled a request to allow a former doctor’s office be converted into a single family residence in hopes a compromise can be reached with the…
County Declares 9 Surplus EMS Vehicles
A total of nine EMS vehicles were declared as surplus property by Johnston County Commissioners at their April meeting. Johnston County Emergency Services Director Kevin Hubbard said the vehicles are…
Greenhouse Vegetables Offer Local Produce Year-Round
Tomato lovers don’t have to wait to find fresh, locally grown tomatoes. That’s because fresh greenhouse-grown tomatoes are now available at farmers markets across the state. “While there is no…
Smithfield Approves New Tethering Ordinance
In a unanimous vote, the Smithfield Town Council has approved a new tethering ordinance. In March, Chief of Police Keith Powell presented a proposed ordinance for members of the town…
Oldest Living Johnston County Veteran, Paul Otto, Dies At 102
Johnston County’s oldest living veteran, Paul Otto, passed away on Sunday at the age of 102. JoCoReport featured Mr. Otto last September 7th when he turned 102. Visitation with his family…
Storms Cause Power Outages, Damage
Strong thunderstorms that swept through Johnston County late-Monday caused a number of power outages and scattered damage reports. Town of Clayton electrical crews worked in the heavy rain to get…
Senator Brent Jackson: No Connection To Lindberg
Says check was not solicited A local state senator says he has no direct connection to the man who has been indicted on bribery and wire fraud charges in connection…
Troopers, JoCO Teen Drivers Produce Video Showing Dangers Of Distracted Driving
In anticipation of spring break and prom season, the State Highway Patrol is once again conducting Operation Drive to Live, an annual campaign to reduce collisions involving teen drivers. Beginning today…
Johnston To Purchase Water From Sampson County
An agreement has been signed between Johnston and Sampson County officials to allow Johnston County to purchase water from Sampson County. The bulk water purchase agreement approved and signed last…
Commissioners Honor American Legion’s 100th Anniversary
Johnston County Commissioners recognized the American Legion’s 100th Anniversary last week. Commissioners adopted a resolution at their April 1st meeting at the Johnston County Courthouse in Smithfield. The American Legion…
Williford Installs Life Saving Device In Church For Eagle Scout Project
An Eagle Scout Court of Honor was held on March 31st for Jamie Glenn Williford of Boy Scout Troop 33. For his Eagle Scout project, Jamie installed an automated external defibrillator…
Grandparent Scam Costs Johnston County Woman $16,000
A 78 year-old Johnston County woman last $16,000 last month in the Grandparent Scam. The victim said she received a phone call on March 27th from a person pretending to be…
