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Riverwood Rays Rule The Pool, Win 2026 Division Championship
CLAYTON, N.C. — A season of hard work, determination and steady improvement paid off for the Riverwood Rays, who captured the 2026 Tarheel Swimming Association Division Championship after an impressive…
JCAR: New Homes Are Helping The County Catch Up, Not Get Ahead
This article was submitted by the Johnston County Association of REALTORS® (JCAR) and is published as submitted. JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Growth is one of the most talked-about issues in…
CommWell Health Adds Mobile Medical, Dental Unit
FOUR OAKS, N.C. — CommWell Health has expanded its mobile healthcare services with the addition of a new medical and dental unit that will provide care to patients across Johnston…
New Planet Fitness Brings Jobs, 24-Hour Fitness To Clayton
CLAYTON, N.C. — Planet Fitness has officially opened its first Clayton location, giving residents access to a 24-hour fitness center while adding 19 jobs to the local economy. The new…
Reverend Roy Retires After 22 Years
The hospital was his church By Emily Weaver Daily Record of Dunn HARNETT COUNTY, N.C. – Pastor Roy Johnson has walked the halls of Betsy Johnson Hospital for 22 years…
Two Smithfield Food Lion Associates Honored For 40 Years Of Service
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Two longtime Food Lion associates have been recognized for reaching an impressive career milestone with the grocery retailer. Ronnie Holloman, a produce sales associate, and John Creech,…
Clayton Launches Study To Measure How Growth Is Affecting Residents
CLAYTON, N.C. — The Town of Clayton’s Economic Development Department is partnering with North Carolina State University on an Economic Mobility Study aimed at better understanding how residents access housing,…
Former Selma Police Major Claims Town Hall Sought More Traffic Tickets, Less Officer Discretion
Jeff Bass says disagreements over officer discretion and policing priorities contributed to his decision to medically retire. Town Manager Phillip McDaniel rejects the allegations, while Mayor Byron McAllister and Police…
UPDATE: Clayton Moves Popsicles In The Park To July 30
CLAYTON, N.C. — Families planning to attend Popsicles in the Park this week will have to wait a little longer. Due to the forecast for rain on Thursday, July 23…
Years In The Making, Johnston County’s First Regional Park Opens July 24
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — After years of planning and construction, Johnston County is ready to open the gates to its first regional park. County leaders will officially dedicate Johnston County Regional…
Princeton Receives $500,000 Grant For Park Project
PRINCETON, N.C. — The Town of Princeton has been awarded a $500,000 state grant to help fund capital improvements for a new community park. Town officials announced the grant, calling…
Local Police Officers Recognized By MADD For DWI Enforcement Efforts
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) recognized two Johnston County law enforcement officers Friday, July 17, for their commitment to removing impaired drivers from local roadways and…
