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Former Police Chief Kenneth Edwards Dies At 54
BENSON – Former Benson police chief Kenneth Edward died Thursday at his home. He was 54. Coming from the Sampson County Sheriff’s Department, Kenneth began his career in Benson in…
Downtown Clayton Social District Launches July 11
CLAYTON – Something special is brewing in the heart of Downtown Clayton. Starting at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 11, the Town’s new social district goes live. “The social district is…
Johnston County Emergency Services Expands Community Paramedic Program
SMITHFIELD – Johnston County Emergency Services has announced the addition of Community Paramedics to enhance emergency response capabilities and community health in partnership with the Johnston County Public Health Department.…
“Christmas In July” Event July 15 At Salvation Army
SMITHFIELD – The Salvation Army will host “Christmas in July” to collect toys for their Angel Tree Program. The event will give the Salvation Army a head start on collections…
Read To Grow Provides Over 800 Students With Books For The Summer
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Read to Grow Johnston County hosted its second annual Booked for Summer events, creating opportunity and excitement for 816 students across the county. The events encourage summer…
Read To Grow JoCo’s Kindergarten Readiness Nights Deemed Successful
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Read to Grow Johnston County recently hosted its second annual Kindergarten Readiness Nights, preparing 137 rising kindergarteners for the upcoming school year. Families were able to practice…
Congressman Nickel Secures $2.8 Million In Federal Funding For Johnston And Harnett Counties
On Monday, Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) joined with elected officials and local leaders to announce over $2.8 million in federal funding that he secured for Johnston County and Harnett County…
New Reading Challenge Proposes 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten To Local Families
CLAYTON – Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is issuing a new reading challenge to families of budding bookworms. 1,000 Books before Kindergarten bolsters early literacy skills by encouraging parents and caregivers to…
2024 Earth Day Cleanup Event
Community Volunteers Joined Staff to Clean Selma Streets for this Countywide Event SELMA — The Town of Selma recently participated in the 2024 countywide cleanup. Staff invited volunteers to meet…
Clayton’s Very First Full-Time Firefighter Retires
CLAYTON – The Town of Clayton is saying goodbye to a devoted employee who has protected and supported the community for three decades. Deputy Fire Chief Tony Atkinson officially retires…
Habitat ReStore In Clayton Will Relocate To Larger Space
CLAYTON – Habitat for Humanity’s Clayton ReStore will move to a new, larger location this fall. The current site, which is located off U.S. 70, will close its doors at…
Dollar General Donates $15,000 To Clayton Library
CLAYTON – Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is expanding its reach in the Town of Clayton, thanks to a $15,000 donation made by Dollar General to the Friends of the Library. Staff…
