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Local Police Officers Recognized By MADD For DWI Enforcement Efforts
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) recognized two Johnston County law enforcement officers Friday, July 17, for their commitment to removing impaired drivers from local roadways and…
“Stronger Together” Takes Center Stage At JCPS 2026 Leadership Conference
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – On July 14-16, 2026, Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) principals, assistant principals, and central office staff attended the 2026 Leadership Conference at Cleveland High. The annual conference…
NC Ag Partnership Names Adam Caldwell As Executive Director
RALEIGH, N.C. — On Monday, the NC Ag Partnership (NCAP) and the NC Ag Partnership Foundation (NCAP Foundation) announced the hiring of Adam Caldwell as executive director. Caldwell brings more…
‘Campbell Has Lost A Giant’: Former Football Coach Dale Steele Dies
BUIES CREEK, N.C. — Dale Steele, the founding coach of Campbell University’s modern football program and one of the most influential figures in Camel athletics history, died Sunday following a…
Motorist Says Driver Brandished Gun During I-95 Road Rage Encounter
SELMA, N.C. — The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported road rage incident on Interstate 95 after a motorist told deputies another driver displayed a handgun during an…
Airport Control Tower, New DSS Building Among Major Items Before Johnston Commissioners
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Funding for a new air traffic control tower at Johnston Regional Airport, the first look at plans for a new Department of Social Services building and discussions…
Billing Chaos Drives Healthcare Administrative Costs
By David Larson Carolina Journal Arguably, the biggest issue for North Carolina’s financial security — on the individual, business, and governmental level — remains the cost of healthcare. The bipartisan…
Social Security Matters: Can My Spouse File At 63 And Then Get Half Of Mine When I Later Claim?
By AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: My spouse is 63 and I am 65. I am planning to take my Social Security…
NC 39 Accident Closes Highway For Two Hours
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — A three-vehicle accident shut down NC 39 in both directions for more than two hours Friday night north of NC 42. The collision happened around 8:45…
Johnston County Farm Marks Milestone 100th Conservation Easement In State-Federal Partnership
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – A Johnston County farm has become the 100th property permanently protected through a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the U.S.…
Clayton Rivalry Helps Save Lives One Donation At A Time
CLAYTON, N.C. – The Clayton Fire Department claims this year’s Battle of the Badges Blood Drive title after a close vote during Friday’s friendly competition. Together, the Clayton Fire Department…
Veteran Firefighter Brannan Barbee Selected To Lead Selma Fire Department
SELMA, N.C. — Brannan Barbee has been named Fire Chief for the Town of Selma, bringing more than 20 years of fire service experience and a long history of serving…
