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Volunteers Needed For Johnston County Earth Day Litter Sweep
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – The Friends of Johnston County Parks will host its sixth annual countywide clean up on Saturday, April 18, in celebration of Earth Day. Volunteers will remove…
Two Arrested In Smithfield Counterfeit Money Case
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Two people were arrested following an investigation into counterfeit money allegedly used in an attempted purchase at a local flea market. The incident occurred April 5. According…
Smithfield Council Abandons $6M Stadium Plan, Pursues Long‑Term Deal At Legion Field
A New Direction for Smithfield Baseball SMITHFIELD, N.C. — After months of debate over cost, transparency, and the future of Smithfield Community Park, the Smithfield Town Council unanimously voted Tuesday…
19-Year-Old Wanted In Wilson’s Mills Shooting Investigation
WILSON’S MILLS, N.C. — Police are searching for a 19-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a shooting that left a teenager seriously injured. Julez Giles Ingram is wanted on charges…
KS Bank Earns 5-Star Rating From National Bank Rating Firm
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Bauer Financial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, has announced KS Bank has earned a 5-Star Superior rating for the 41st consecutive quarter. Having maintained its financial…
Johnston County Shrine Club Fish Fry April 10
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — The Johnston County Shrine Club will host its annual fish fry on Friday, April 10. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.…
Authorities: $1,600 In Unauthorized Charges Leads To Arrest
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A 30-year-old Smithfield woman has been arrested on charges of financial card fraud and identity theft. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office said Kayla Elizabeth Coates, of Stevens…
1,326-Unit Mallard Crossing Project Advances; Construction Could Begin Late 2026
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Smithfield Town Council on March 17 unanimously approved the preliminary plat for the Mallard Crossing subdivision, advancing a large-scale residential development planned east of Interstate 95.…
JCPS Celebrates Lauren Strickland As 2025–2026 Assistant Principal Of The Year
SMITHFIELD, NC – Lauren Strickland has flourished since being named Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) 2025-2026 Assistant Principal of the Year in August of 2025. A 21-year veteran educator, former…
Store Worker Accused Of Letting Customer Steal Merchandise
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — A Johnston County convenience store employee is accused of repeatedly bypassing store procedures to allow an unidentified customer to take merchandise without paying, according to investigators.…
North Johnston High School Third Quarter Honor Roll & Principal’s List
North Johnston High School Third Quarter Honor Roll & Principal’s List David K. Allen, Principal 9th Principal’s List Lexi Barbour, Tenley Barbour, Thomas Barefoot, Finley Barnes, Emmanuel Butts, Brandon Decid…
Miss Johnston County 2024 And Former Miss North Carolina Carrie Everett Dies After Cancer Battle
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — The community is mourning the loss of Carrie Everett, Miss Johnston County 2024 and former Miss North Carolina, who passed away Sunday after a courageous battle…
