Police: Driver Involved In Three Hit And Run Collisions, Two In The Same Day
A driver is facing charges after Smithfield Police said he was involved in two hit and run crashes one minute apart, then a third...
Fire Marshal Adam Stanley Named 2021 Instructor Of The Year
Johnston County Emergency Services Fire Marshal Adam Stanley was recognized recently as the 2021 Instructor of the Year by the North Carolina Society of...
6 Local Students Selected For $14,000 Golden Leaf Foundation Scholarships
ROCKY MOUNT - The Golden LEAF Foundation has announced that 215 rural North Carolina students were selected to receive up to a $14,000 Golden...
Deputy Fires At Suspect Who Rammed Patrol Car During Pursuit
PRINCETON - The search continues for a suspect who intentionally rammed a Johnston County sheriff's deputy during a pursuit. Around 12:30am Monday, deputies were...
Warrant: Drug Store Employee Stole Medication
PRINCETON - A former employee at a Johnston County drug store has been arrested. On November 17, 2023, the Johnston County Sheriff's Office was...
Second Person Dies In US 70 Collision
A second person involved in a traffic accident Wednesday in eastern Johnston County has died. The collision happened shortly before 5:00pm on Highway 70...
WCC Students Headed For Aviation Mechanic Certification
Four Wayne Community College students are ready to tackle Federal Aviation Administration Mechanic exams.
The second-year Aviation Systems Technology students completed all requirements to be...
Local Farms Open For Spring Events
RALEIGH – Farms across the state will have plenty of outdoor experiences and local food options this spring as they open their gates to...
Commissioners Appoint Replacement For Chad Stewart
SMITHFIELD – Monday night was the final meeting for Chairman Chad Stewart as a Johnston County Commissioner. Stewart announced last month he was stepping...
School Bus, Car Collide On Brogden Road
SMITHFIELD – A Johnston County public school bus was involved in a traffic accident Monday afternoon. The collision occurred on Brogden Road, near Brogden...
