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Clayton Library Is Stepping Up Its Game
CLAYTON – Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is moving some new pieces into its collection. More than 30 board games are available for library cardholders to choose from, check out, and take…
Selma Approves New Street Sign Design
SELMA – The Town of Selma will be updating their street signs. The Selma Town Council authorized the placement of the new signs after the Selma Appearance Commission approved the…
Clayton Middle Holds Color Games To Celebrate Fundraising Efforts
CLAYTON – For the third consecutive year, Clayton Middle held its Color Games on November 30, wrapping up the school’s two week fundraising efforts in partnership with APEX Leadership Co.…
Selma FD New Fire Engine Dedication Dec. 3
SELMA – The Selma Fire Department has received delivery of a brand-new Fire truck. Engine 11 is a 2023 Pierce Saber Fire Engine that has a 1500 gallon per minute…
Local Author Launches Culinary Romance Book Dec. 3
SELMA – Garner resident and children’s book author, Dorothy La Motta, is launching her debut novella, The Italian Charmer, at the Old North State Food Hall in Selma on December 3, part…
Four Oaks Chamber 2023 Veterans Awards
FOUR OAKS – The Four Oaks Chamber of Commerce held a Veterans Recognition ceremony on November 14 at the American Legion Post 346 building. The ceremony began with Little Miss…
JCPS Veterans Day Celebration One For The Books
By Robin Koppen JCPS Communication Specialist SMITHFIELD – Johnston County Public Schools held its 19th Annual Veterans Day Celebration at Smithfield-Selma High School (SSS) on Friday, November 10, 2023. As…
Johnston Health Foundation Brings Back Beloved Festival Of Trees
SMITHFIELD –The Festival of Trees is returning to Johnston Medical Mall as a fundraiser of the Johnston Health Foundation. Holiday cheer will fill the mall all December long as it…
Little Creek Church Unveils Historical Marker
CLAYTON – Members and friends of Little Creek Primitive Baptist Church recently held a ceremony to unveil a historical marker in front of the church. Todd Johnson, Executive Director of…
Eagle Scout Michael James Blake II Awarded
CLAYTON – An Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony was held on October 22, for Michael James Blake II. Michael was presented with an Eagle Scout Good Citizenship Award from…
Discover The Beauty Of Johnston County: Public Library Offering Nature-Themed Backpacks
SMITHFIELD – The Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield (PLJCS) will now circulate nature-themed backpacks. It is the hope of the library that these backpacks promote both mental and…
Princeton Receives Over $4 Million In Grants For Local Needs
PRINCETON – The Town of Princeton has received over $4 million in grants from the NC General Assembly to assist with local projects. Princeton will be receiving $4,092,000 for water…
