New Smithfield Splash Pad Officially Named Eva E. Ennis Park
The recently built splash pad in East Smithfield has been named the Eva E. Ennis Park. The Town of Smithfield plans to open the...
Improvements Planned For Rotary Shelter
A bid has been awarded to renovate and make improvements to the Rotary Shelter at Smithfield Community Park. A $22,750 bid was awarded recently...
Come Across A Bee Swarm? No Need To Panic
Spring is upon us and the bees are buzzing – sometimes in places we don’t expect.
Encountering an unexpected swarm of bees can be a...
Alyssa Berna Joins Smithfield PD
Officer Alyssa Berna has joined the Smithfield Police Department. Officer Berna received her Oath from Mayor Andy Mooring during the May meeting of the...
Food Friday: Your Strawberry Questions Answered
By Cassidy Hobbs HallArea Agent, Family and Consumer SciencesJohnston County Cooperative ExtensionDoes one moldy strawberry ruin the whole bunch? Should I wash berries before...
First Year JCPS Teachers Honored
Johnston County Public Schools named Ally Edwards as the district’s Outstanding First Year Teacher of the Year at a virtual ceremony held recently.
Edwards, a...
Non-Typical Times Spur Partnership Success
In the face of a challenging year, a strong partnership emerged.
JCI’s Pre-Employment Services program, in partnership with local grocery stores, has worked diligently to...
Wayne Community College Named Best Online College For Associate Degrees
Wayne Community College has been named the best associate degree-granting institution among the country’s most affordable online colleges.
WCC is one of 60 institutions across...
Johnston Health Achieves Healthgrades 2021 Patient Safety Excellence Award
Johnston Health in the top 5% in the Nation for Patient Safety
Smithfield, NC (May 11, 2021) – Johnston Health has been recognized as a...
Former Clayton Town Manager Receives $158,307 Severance
CLAYTON - For the second time in less than a year, an outgoing Clayton town manager has received a large severance package. JD Solomon...