Schools
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. …
Comets Take Easter Tournament Title With Three Straight Wins
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Clayton High School captured the Johnston County Easter Baseball Tournament title, finishing a three-game run with a decisive win over host South Johnston. The tournament, held…
Commissioners Approve Second Water Plant Design, $67M Bond Issuance
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Johnston County Board of Commissioners on April 20 heard proposals on land conservation, infrastructure expansion and long-term county planning, including steps toward a second water treatment…
NCDOT To Dedicate I-95 Bridge To Dr. James W. Batten
MICRO, N.C. — A bridge in Johnston County will soon bear the name of a longtime educator and Navy veteran, as state and local officials prepare to honor the legacy…
New Audit Shows Financial Stability At Johnston Community College
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A new state audit shows Johnston Community College is in a stable and improving financial position, with assets increasing and no major issues identified. The financial statement…
Scholarship Pageant Returns To Johnston County: A Celebration Of Elegance And Service
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The wait is over! After last gracing the stage in 2021, the Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is thrilled to welcome back…
Johnston Students Participate In AgFest
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. – Buses lined the University of Mount Olive campus as students stepped into a scene where country music carried across the grounds, conversations filled the air, and…
Leandro Should Have Ended Long Ago
By John Hood RALEIGH — For all the confusion, finger-pointing, and rancor that accompanied the North Carolina Supreme Court’s final ruling in the Leandro school-finance case, the primary emotion it conjured in…
JCPS Celebrates Lauren Strickland As 2025–2026 Assistant Principal Of The Year
SMITHFIELD, NC – Lauren Strickland has flourished since being named Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) 2025-2026 Assistant Principal of the Year in August of 2025. A 21-year veteran educator, former…
