Four Oaks
Nine Arrested In Narcotics Search Warrant In Four Oaks
FOUR OAKS — Nine individuals were arrested Wednesday morning following a narcotics search warrant executed by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) at a property on Parkertown Road, just outside…
Man Arrested After Alleged Assault On Date And Police Officer At Movie Theater
SMITHFIELD – What began as a date night at a local movie theater ended with a Johnston County man in handcuffs, facing assault charges — including one for allegedly striking…

Water Main Break Disrupts Service In Southern Johnston County
**UPDATE: The water main break has been repaired however a Boil Water Advisory is in place for 24 hours for customers who had no or low water pressure. JOHNSTON COUNTY…

Local Couple, Business Owners Dead In Apparent Murder-Suicide
FOUR OAKS – A Four Oaks couple known for operating local Mexican restaurants in Sampson and Harnett counties were found dead Wednesday evening in what authorities are calling a murder-suicide.…
Major Pharmaceutical Plant May Be Headed To Four Oaks
FOUR OAKS — A major pharmaceutical company is reportedly in the final stages of selecting a site in the area—potentially marking one of the most significant economic developments in the…
Johnston Community College And Corning Collaborate On Fiber Optic Training Course
SMITHFIELD – Johnston Community College (JCC) has partnered with Corning Incorporated, a global leader in optical communications technology, to introduce an advanced Train-the-Trainer Fiber Optic Technician Course. This collaboration comes…
Man Charged After Buying Trailer With Fake “Movie Money”
FOUR OAKS – A Pembroke man is facing felony charges after allegedly using counterfeit “movie prop” cash to purchase a utility trailer earlier this year, according to the Johnston County…
Two-Vehicle Collision Causes Power Outage
FOUR OAKS – A T-bone collision at a rural Johnston County intersection Thursday night led to a power outage and sent two people to the hospital. The accident occurred shortly…
Florida Woman Arrested After Two-County Chase
JOHNSTON COUNTY – A Florida woman is facing multiple charges after leading Johnston County deputies on a two-county vehicle pursuit that ended in Newton Grove. The suspect, identified as Melanie…
Serious Crash On I-95 Injures One, Damages Bridge Near Four Oaks
FOUR OAKS – One person was seriously injured Sunday morning in a crash on Interstate 95 that also damaged a bridge near Four Oaks, prompting traffic delays. The crash occurred…
23-Year-Old Driver Arrested After Southern Johnston County Chase
FOUR OAKS – A 23-year-old Sampson County man was arrested after reportedly leading Johnston County deputies on a pursuit. It started around 12:40 am Thursday, July 24, on US 701…
Deputy Involved In Accident With Tractor Trailer
FOUR OAKS – A Johnston County Sheriff’s Office patrol car and tractor trailer were involved in a sideswipe collision. The accident happened Thursday morning on NC Highway 96, just south…








