Schools
Time Capsule Unearthed. New One Buried For Opening In 2046
By Emily Weaver Daily Record of Dunn NEWTON GROVE, N.C. – Former Midway Middle School Raiders carefully sifted through a 2006 time capsule, examining messages their younger selves buried 20…
Former NFL Star To Speak At UMO Commencement
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. – The University of Mount Olive (UMO) has announced that former NFL star and ESPN analyst Jeff Saturday will serve as the keynote speaker for its spring…
LGC Approves Johnston County School Bonds
RALEIGH, N.C. — The Local Government Commission (LGC) on Tuesday approved multiple financing requests, with Johnston County receiving the largest local allocation for school construction and refinancing. Johnston County was…
Johnston County Student Awarded $2,000 Forestry Scholarship
RALEIGH, N.C. – A Johnston County student is among a handful of North Carolinians recognized this year for their work and future in forestry. The North Carolina Forestry Association announced…
Neuse Charter Senior Awarded Prestigious Cross Country Scholarship
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Neuse Charter School has announced that Senior student-athlete Isabella “Bella” Strickland has been named a recipient of the prestigious FloSports Cross Country Scholarship, an honor awarded annually…
Read To Grow JoCo’s Kindergarten Readiness Nights Described By Parents As: “A Perfect Learning Night”
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – Read to Grow Johnston County recently hosted its fourth annual Kindergarten Readiness Nights, preparing 171 rising kindergarteners for the upcoming school year. Families were able to…
Johnston County Public Servant J.H. Langdon Dies At 88
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Former North Carolina Rep. and longtime Johnston County public servant James H. “J.H.” Langdon Jr. died April 30 at his home. He was 88. Langdon, of…
Future Scientists Take Center Stage At 2026 Elementary Science Olympiad
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Fifteen elementary school teams, including 14 from Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS), participated in the 2026 Elementary Science Olympiad Competition at The Clayton Center on Friday, March…
Campbell Women’s Basketball Head Coach Resigns
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – After 10 seasons leading Campbell’s women’s basketball program, Ronny Fisher will step down as head coach to pursue another opportunity. “On behalf of the entire Campbell…
Elementary Athletes Triumph At 2026 Special Olympics Johnston County Spring Games
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Athletes from Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) elementary campuses competed in the 2026 Special Olympics Johnston County Spring Games on April 16-17, 2026. Special Olympics Johnston County…
Johnston County Education Foundation Expands Student Support With “Golden Ticket” $5,000 Scholarship Opportunity
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — The Johnston County Education Foundation has announced the launch of The Golden Ticket, a $5,000 scholarship opportunity that reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to expanding educational access and investing in…
JCPS 2026 Teacher Of The Year Named
SMITHFIELD, NC – On April 21, 2026, James Johnson was named Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) 2026 Teacher of the Year during the 32nd Annual Flame for Learning Award Ceremony. …
