Governor Signs Executive Order Preventing Evictions, Helping Renters Stay In Their Homes
Executive Order No. 171 clarifies the CDC’s eviction moratorium to prevent unwarranted evictions and help struggling communities
RALEIGH - Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued Executive Order...
Enjoy Fireworks In Smithfield On Veteran’s Day
There was no July 4th fireworks display in the Town of Smithfield this year due to COVID-19, but there will be a fireworks display...
As Election Day Looms, Voters Turn Out In Record Numbers
By Kari Travis
Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH — North Carolina is breaking voting records already, experts say, with a stunning early turnout far exceeding 2016’s voter record.
The...
JWL Of Smithfield Hosts Local Diaper Drive
Due to COVID-19, the Junior Women's League of Smithfield has announced the 5th Annual Touch-A-Truck event will not be held this year. Instead, the...
N.C. Lawmakers Intervene In Education Lawsuit To Protect School Choice During Pandemic
RALEIGH - Leaders of the North Carolina General Assembly intervened in ongoing litigation on Monday to protect education access for working-class families during the...
My Kid’s Club Awarded Remote Learning Site $100,000 Grant
Supporting Families During COVID-19
SELMA – My Kid’s Club has been awarded a $100,000 grant to provide temporary remote learning support for working families in...
What Will We Actually Know About Ballot Results On Election Day?
By Kari Travis
Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH — Given voting challenges amid COVID-19, what can you actually expect to know about ballot results at the close of...
Cooper Seeks Localities’ Help To Enforce COVID Regulations
By Julie Havlak
Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper is setting the stage to have even stronger powers if he chooses to impose new COVID-19...
Godwin: Commissioners Will Not Enact Ordinances To Impose Civil Penalties
SMITHFIELD - Johnston County Commissioner Chairman Ted Godwin says the County will not enact any new ordinances to impose a civil penalty for anyone...
Governor: North Carolina Will Remain Paused In Phase 3
Governor Roy Cooper announced today that North Carolina will remain paused in Phase 3 for three more weeks as health officials continue to monitor...
