Schools
SSS Student Chosen As NC Senate Page
Smithfield-Selma High School student Camryn Barefoot has been accepted to serve as a Senate Page for the North Carolina General Assembly. Barefoot’s application was endorsed by Senator Jim Burgin who…
Governor’s School Students
The Johnston County Board of Education recognized students who were selected to attend Governor’s School for the summer of 2019. Those who were recognized on the front row (from left)…
April Character Education Students
The Johnston County Board of Education recognized students who demonstrated courage during the month of April. Those who were recognized on the front row (from left) were Clayton High student…
Campbell Football Home Game Times Announced For 2019
BUIES CREEK – Game times for all six of Campbell’s 2019 home football dates at Barker-Lane Stadium have been announced. Campbell’s 2019 home debut against Shaw on September 7, as…
Students Honored for Outstanding Writing
Winners received cash prizes for their prose, poetry Students at Johnston Community College were recognized May 2 for their outstanding poetry and prose writing in the 2019 Cynthia DeFord Adams…
Whaley Signs With Barton College
Smithfield Selma High safety Devonte’ Whaley has signed to play football for Barton College and will become part of the inaugural 2020 Barton Bulldogs football class. Devonte’ will further his…
School System Responds To Alleged Gang Incident At WJHS
Johnston County Public School officials have responded to a report of possible gang activity on the campus of West Johnston High. On Wednesday, JoCoReport reported the arrest of 16 year-old…
33 Inducted Into National Technical Honor Society
Society recognizes outstanding achievement of vocational students The National Technical Honor Society at Johnston Community College inducted 33 new members for the 2018-2019 academic year. The honor society recognizes outstanding…
South Johnston High Bleacher Contract Awarded
Johnston County Schools will use funding from the 2018 School Bond Referendum to replace the visitors bleachers on the football field at South Johnston High School. Gates Concrete & Construction,…
JCPS Names 2019 Adult Volunteer Of The Year
Sarah Poling of McGee’s Crossroads Elementary School was named the 2019 Johnston County Public Schools Adult Volunteer of the Year at the annual PTA/PTO Council Meeting Banquet, held at Smithfield-Selma…
Camels Defeat No. 17 NC State In Raleigh, 5-3
Raleigh – Campbell baseball used a five-run fourth inning to defeat the No. 17 NC State Wolfpack 5-3 Tuesday night at Doak Field at Dail Park. Tuesday’s victory was Campbell’s…
School Board Approves 2019-2020 Traditional, Restart Calendars
Last school year there were at least six different school calendars for students to follow. Superintendent Dr. Ross Renfrow challenged members of the Calendar Committee to reduce that number to no…
