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Police: Drugs Found After Arrest On Outstanding Warrant
KENLY, N.C. – Kenly police officers conducting a routine patrol on April 14 arrested a Kenly man on an outstanding warrant and later charged him with a felony drug offense.…
Orange & Black Spring Game Brings Football Back To Barker-Lane Stadium
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – Campbell will host its annual Orange & Black Spring Football Game on Saturday, April 18. The event, which will close out the Camels’ 2026 spring sessions,…
Johnston Deputies Discover Drugs Concealed In Unusual Spot
PRINCETON, N.C. — A routine traffic stop along U.S. 70 led to the discovery of fentanyl hidden in an unusual location and resulted in multiple felony charges, according to the…
Police: Video Evidence Leads To Arrest In Selma Child Abuse Case
SELMA, N.C. — A former candidate for Selma Town Council has been arrested and charged following a domestic incident involving a juvenile. According to the Selma Police Department, Troy Mathew…
Kimberly Pickett Credentialed By International Local Government Management Organization
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Kimberly T. Pickett, Interim Town Manager of Smithfield, NC, recently received the Credentialed Manager designation from ICMA, the International City/County Management Association. Mrs. Pickett is one of over 1,300…
Clayton FD Recognized As Leader In Firefighter Health
CLAYTON, NC – The Clayton Fire Department has earned Gold Helmet Status, a recognition that highlights its commitment to firefighter safety and well-being. This status is awarded to fire departments…
Johnston County Deputies Seize Fentanyl, Meth In Selma-Area Search
SELMA, N.C. — Two men are facing drug charges following a search warrant executed earlier this month in the Selma area, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s narcotics…
Second Arrest Made In Burglary; Charges Dropped Against First Suspect
WILLOW SPRING, N.C. — A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a November 2025 break-in in western Johnston County, while charges against the man initially accused in the…
Multi-Agency Response, Including Johnston County, Ends In Arrest After Goldsboro Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A man is in custody following an early morning shooting and standoff that led to a house fire in Goldsboro, with assistance from the Johnston County Sheriff’s…
Governor Reacts To Duke Energy Efforts To Charge Ratepayers An Additional $800 Million
RALEIGH, N.C. – Duke Energy has announced its intent to seek an additional $800 million in fuel costs from the Utilities Commission. Governor Stein issued the following statement: “On top…
Harnett County Taxpayers Cry For Help
By Emily Weaver Daily Record of Dunn HARNETT COUNTY, N.C. – The values of many homes in Harnett County have skyrocketed this year after the latest countywide reappraisal. And owners…
NC House Property Tax Committee Recommends Levy Limit Constitutional Amendment
RALEIGH, N.C. — On Wednesday, the North Carolina House Select Committee on Property Tax Reduction and Reform formally recommended a state constitutional amendment to place responsible limits on local property…
