Four Oaks

Crews Contain 3 Acre Grass Fire
Several departments battled a three acre grass and brush fire Monday afternoon that endangered four structures. The 2:20pm fire was reported on Faith Church Road south of Four Oaks. The…

Stolen Car Crashes During Chase
A stolen car was involved in a brief high speed chase this afternoon (Tuesday) on Interstate 95 in Johnston County. Around 2:00pm, a Johnston County Sheriff’s Office SAFE Team deputy…

Interstate 95 Reopens Following Multi-Car Crash
A section of Interstate 95 in Johnston County was briefly shut down this morning (Wednesday) following a multi-vehicle accident. The collision occurred just north of the Keen Road Exit near…

Johnston County, Four Oaks Awarded Coronavirus Grants
Coronavirus Grants Awarded to 34 Communities$26.8 million in aid to rural North Carolina in COVID-19 response RALEIGH – Nearly $27 million in grants has been awarded to 34 municipal and…

CD 4 CD In Works To Help Injured Firefighter
Raffle and Boston butt sale planned to raise money for medical expenses A Johnston County community is rallying together to help one of its own. Community Days for Cecil Dale,…

Shoplifting Suspect Used Stolen Identity
A Harnett County man reportedly gave officers a stolen identity after being arrested for shoplifting. At 1:49pm Saturday, Feb. 13th, deputies responded to a shoplifting call at Wal-Mart at 5141…

SUV Overturns On I-95
At least two people were injured in a traffic accident Monday afternoon on Interstate 95 in Johnston County. The crash happened in the northbound lanes of the interstate, near the…

KS Bank Appoints Lee Byrd As Internal Auditor
KS Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Byrd as internal auditor, vice president. In this role, Lee will develop, implement and ensure the successful completion of the…

Chairman Stewart Delivers 2021 State Of The County Address
The 2021 State of the County Address was delivered this morning (Monday) by Johnston County Commissioner Chairman Chad Stewart. The following is a transcription of his comments: Good morning. This…

Like Mother, Like Daughter
It is ironic how often life comes full circle. That is the case for Centora and Trinity Holder of Four Oaks. Although 27 years and many circumstances separate the mother…

Home Fire Victims Desperately Searching For Missing Pet
A Johnston County family lost everything in a fire last month. Julie Dale says her family is still trying to pick up the pieces. They are desperately trying to find…

Highway 96 Reopens Following Serious Collision
FOUR OAKS – Highway 96 South was closed Friday afternoon following a serious traffic accident at the intersection of Heath Road. The collision occurred around 2:30pm and involved two passengers…








