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Johnston Co. Manufacturer Builds One-Of-A Kind Boat For Kay Yow Cancer Fund Raffle
FOUR OAKS – On Wednesday, May 12, a lucky Cary woman accepted a brand new, one-of-a-kind pink 21’ Savannah Boats SS21 from the Johnston County manufacturer after being selected in…
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 splash pad to the public in…
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 to Southern Tide Homes to replace…
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 scary experience, but it doesn’t…
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 Smithfield Town Council. She graduated Basic…
Food Friday: Your Strawberry Questions Answered
By Cassidy Hobbs HallArea Agent, Family and Consumer SciencesJohnston County Cooperative Extension Does one moldy strawberry ruin the whole bunch? Should I wash berries before I put them away? Does…
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 2016 graduate of Corinth Holders…
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 ensure that eligible high school…
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 the United States that made…
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 Healthgrades 2021 Patient Safety Excellence…
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 became the interim town manager in…
Girl Scout Hut Improvements
Improvements will be made this summer to the Girl Scout Hut at the Bob Wallace Jaycee Kiddee Park on S. Second Street. The Town of Smithfield will spent $21,295 to…
