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Lower Speed Limit Planned For Portion Of U.S. 301 In Selma
SELMA, N.C. – The speed limit along a section of South Pollock Street (U.S. 301) could be reduced from 45 mph to 35 mph this fall following action by the…
Nine Trails Featured In 2026 Johnston County Hiking Challenge
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – Friends of Johnston County Parks is inviting residents and visitors to get outside this fall with the return of the JoCo Fall Hiking Challenge. The 2026…
Sawrey Appointed To Senate Select Committee On Property Tax Reform
RALEIGH, N.C. — Senator Benton Sawrey (R – Johnston) has been appointed by Senate Leader Phil Berger (R – Rockingham) to serve on the Senate Select Committee on Property Tax…
“Fight For Janson” Fundraiser Set For Friday In Clayton
CLAYTON — The community will come together Friday, Oct. 2 for a fundraiser benefiting 8-year-old Janson Herring and his family as he undergoes treatment for a rare, inoperable brain tumor.…
Sheriff’s Office Investigating Thefts From New Home Construction Sites
JOHNSTON COUNTY — Nearly $15,000 worth of equipment and building materials was stolen from several new home construction sites near the Wake County line, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s…
Johnston County Farmers Can Now Use Dyed Diesel On Highways Without State Penalties
Temporary State Relief Remains In Effect Through Dec. 31, 2026 JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Johnston County farmers can now use dyed diesel fuel in highway vehicles without facing state penalties…
UMO Receives $1.46 Million Federal Grant, Could Receive $3 Million Over Five Years
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. – The University of Mount Olive (UMO) has been awarded a $1,459,057 Title III grant from the U.S. Department of Education to support a five-year institutional transformation…
77th Annual Mule Days Brings Crowds To Benson
BENSON — Large crowds and pleasant weather helped make the 77th annual Benson Mule Days a busy four-day celebration this past weekend. The annual festival ran Thursday through Sunday, Sept.…
JCSO: Counterfeit Narcotics Seized During Search
ANGIER, N.C. – A narcotics investigation that began in August led Johnston County sheriff’s investigators to a home in western Johnston County, where two people were charged. Agents with the…
Smithfield Approves Funds For Improvements To Downtown Pedestrian Pathway
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Plans to transform a narrow pedestrian walkway in downtown Smithfield are moving forward after the Town Council unanimously approved carrying over $30,000 for the project. Council members…
Mark Your Calendars: 2026 Christmas Events Set In Downtown Smithfield
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – It may only be September, but Smithfield is already making plans for Christmas. The town has released its 2026 holiday schedule, with events planned throughout December including…
Harnett County Man Missing After Last Seen At Bald Head Island
BALD HEAD ISLAND, N.C. — Authorities are searching for a Harnett County man who has been missing for more than two weeks after he was last seen at the Bald…
