Community
New Bus Donation Expands Access For Johnston County Youth
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County has a brand new transportation bus. This vital addition will enhance the Club’s ability to serve hundreds of youth…
Youth Explore Creativity Through Art
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County recently held a series of art sessions led by local artist Percilla Williams at the Smithfield and Selma Club…
KS Banks Partners With Local Developers To Revitalize Historic Clayton Town Hall
CLAYTON – In an exciting collaboration, KS Bank has partnered with local developers Kevin & Carrie Lee, and local business owners Christi Thompson and Erin Nenni, to revitalize the historic…
Kentucky Derby Spirit In Johnston County
CLAYTON – A horse and rider from the Red Mountain Hounds of Rougemont pulled away from the pack to win one of four races during UNC Health Johnston Derby Day…
Hope Center Ministries Opening First Women’s Campus In Johnston County
SMITHFIELD – Hope Center Ministries will hold a Reception and Dedication Ceremony for the first Hope Center Ministries Women’s campus in Johnston County. The community is invited to join the…
Clayton Police Department Stands Together To Serve The Community
CLAYTON – The Clayton Police Department is made up of dedicated men and women committed to keeping the Town of Clayton safe. Whether engaging in outreach, addressing safety concerns, or…
Clayton Moves Together At 3rd Annual Run For The Branch 5K
CLAYTON – An amazing race to the finish brought energy and excitement to Municipal Park in Clayton, Saturday morning. The Town of Clayton came together in stride and spirit as…
Clayton’s Town Clerk Is The Link Between Residents And Local Government
CLAYTON– The Town of Clayton is proud to join communities across the country in celebrating Professional Municipal Clerks Week, which takes place May 4–10. This annual recognition, sponsored by the…
Smithfield Board Appointments – May 2025
The Smithfield Town Council unanimously approved the following Board appointments during their regularly scheduled May council meeting:
Trash Trapped: Little Creek Litter Trap
Little Creek litter trap good for creek, and litter-free rivers From Sound Rivers CLAYTON – A trash-collection device slated for a Clayton creek is aimed at making a local waterway…
39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival Draws Thousands
SMITHFIELD — Thousands of people turned out for the 39th annual Ham & Yam Festival in Downtown Smithfield on May 2-3. The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation (DSDC) said the event…
Clayton Library Closes For Renovation, Programs And Digital Services Continue
CLAYTON – Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library will close to the public on Monday, May 5 as staff prepare to relocate materials and services to a temporary location. While access to the…
