News
Officials Warn Of Fake Traffic Notice Text Scam
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – Authorities are warning residents about a widespread scam circulating by text message that falsely claims recipients owe money for a traffic or toll violation. The Johnston…
CommWell Health Appoints New CEO
FOUR OAKS, N.C. — CommWell Health, a large private nonprofit Community Health Center, has announced the appointment of Tamara Dunn, MBA, BSHCA, RN, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).…
“He Was Always There For His Family”: Pedestrian Killed Near Selma Identified
SELMA, N.C. – The State Highway Patrol has identified the pedestrian killed early Sunday morning on Buffalo Road as 28-year-old Brian Segura of Homestead Drive, Selma. The fatal collision occurred…
Honoring A Life: Family And Friends Remember Joseph Wilder Jr. On What Would Have Been 75th Birthday
WILSON’S MILLS, N.C. — Family and friends gathered at Wilson’s Mills Community Cemetery on March 27 for a balloon release honoring what would have been the 75th birthday of the…
Police: Extension Cord Leads To Arrest In Break-In Case
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A Smithfield man is facing charges after police say he broke into a vacant home and used an extension cord to access electricity. Michael Wayne Buie, 68,…
Johnston Deputies Seek Tips In Church Theft Case
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Authorities are investigating a break-in at a church just outside Smithfield where musical equipment was reported stolen. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office said the incident at Wesley…
Man Found Dead In Median, Police Seek Hit-And-Run Driver
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run after a man was found unresponsive Friday morning in the median of U.S. 70. Officers with the Goldsboro Police Department, along…
Investigation Leads To Major Drug Seizure In Kenly Area
KENLY, N.C. — A monthlong narcotics investigation in Johnston County led to the seizure of multiple drugs and more than $25,000 in cash. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division,…
Historic Greytown Recognized With New Sign In Smithfield Ceremony
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Town officials and residents gathered April 1 for the dedication of a new landmark sign recognizing the historic Greytown community. The ceremony took place at the corner…
Police: Stepfather, Mother Arrested In Child Abuse Case
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Smithfield police have charged a couple with felony child abuse following a welfare check at their home on March 27. Officers responded to a residence on Sturgeon…
Family Dollar Employee Facing Charges After Theft Investigation
SELMA, N.C. — A 42-year-old Smithfield man was arrested following a report of employee theft, according to the Selma Police Department. Officers responded to Family Dollar at 107 N. Pollock…
Nearly $22K Lost In Scam; Second Attempt Stopped
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A quick-thinking family member may have saved an elderly woman from losing tens of thousands of dollars in what Smithfield Police say is a growing scam targeting…
