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From Benson To Broadway: Young Model Selected For New York Fashion Week
BENSON, N.C. — A 12-year-old Benson girl is preparing to take her talents to one of the biggest stages in the fashion world. Saylor-Claire Herring, the reigning American United Miss…
SAFE Team Deputy Stops Alleged Street Race Near Clayton
CLAYTON, N.C. — Two Clayton men are facing charges after authorities said they were caught racing at speeds reaching 130 miles per hour on Interstate 42. The incident occurred around…
Business Owners Give Mixed Reviews Of Downtown Development Efforts
Business owners cite parking, foot traffic, vacancies and communication among their top concerns SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Downtown business owners expressed both support and frustration with the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation…
Harnett Regional Jetport Awarded $500,000 Grant
ERWIN, N.C. — The Harnett Regional Jetport has received a $500,000 grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation to help fund an expansion project expected to attract private investment and create…
Crews Contain Natural Gas Leak After Line Severed
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A contractor accidentally struck and severed a two-inch natural gas line Thursday morning, prompting a response from emergency crews and the temporary closure of a section of…
Council Hears Update From NCDOT On Downtown Traffic Changes
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A long-discussed plan to improve safety, traffic flow and parking in downtown Smithfield moved forward Tuesday night as the North Carolina Department of Transportation outlined proposed improvements…
Smithfield Keeps Tax Rate Steady, Expands Fire Department Under New Budget
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Smithfield Town Council unanimously approved a $58.46 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year Tuesday night following a presentation by Interim Town Manager Kimberly Pickett. No…
Johnston Commissioners Hear Fire Station Study, Budget Requests
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Johnston County Board of Commissioners received a long-range fire protection study, held a public hearing on the proposed 2026-27 budget, and denied a rezoning request during…
Justin Mitchell Chasing Rusty Daniels For KONI Charger Crown At Southern National
2020 Southern National Legends champion eyes first V8 title LUCAMA, N.C. – Consistency has been the key for staying in the championship fight for Justin Mitchell at Southern National Motorsports…
Victim Sends $3,900 To Scammer Claiming To Protect Bank Account
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a telephone scam that cost a Cleveland-area woman $3,900 after a caller falsely claimed to be working for the…
Museum To Celebrate 40th Anniversary June 6
Museum to celebrate 40th anniversary June 6 By Emily Weaver Daily Record of Dunn DUNN, N.C. – Saturday, June 6, will be a day to remember and not just for…
Police: Armed Man Forced Stranger Into Vehicle Before 911 Call Led To Arrest
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A quick-thinking kidnapping victim secretly called 911 from his cell phone after police said he was forced into his own vehicle at gunpoint at a Smithfield convenience…
