Selma
School Bus Stopped At Intersection During Three-Vehicle Collision
SELMA – A Johnston County public school bus carrying seven students was involved in a three-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred at the intersection of Jordan-Narron Road and Lynch…
Man Charged With Second DWI In Less Than 2 Months
SELMA – Selma Police arrested Ray Parker Jr., 29, of Greenville, on January 5 following a hit-and-run crash in downtown Selma. Parker faces charges of driving while impaired, hit and…
Pedestrian Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash
SELMA — A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash Saturday night near Selma, and authorities have seized a vehicle possibly involved. The collision occurred about 9:12 p.m. Jan. 10…
Selma Fire Department Pins Three New Lieutenants
SELMA — On January 8, the Selma Fire Department celebrated the promotion of three new lieutenants during a Pinning Ceremony held at the town council’s regular meeting. The newly promoted…
County Advances New Social Services Building
Architect employed; construction manager retained By The Smithfield Weekly Sun SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Board of Commissioners took two steps Monday morning toward construction of a long-awaited new home…
Selma Town Manager Resigns
SELMA — The Selma Town Council announced Thursday night that Town Manager Alexis Carter has resigned, less than one year after assuming the position. The council voted unanimously to accept…
BJ’s Gas Station Now Open At Eastfield
SELMA — BJ’s Gas Station officially opened this week at the Eastfield development in Selma, providing a new fuel option for local residents, as well as travelers along Interstate 95…
New Fuel Tank Approved At Selma Oil Terminals
SELMA – Sunoco Midstream has received the go-ahead from the Selma Town Council to add another above-ground fuel storage tank at its petroleum plant on West Oak Street at the…
Police: Driver Refused To Stop After Allegedly Following Woman
SELMA — A 19-year-old Raleigh man is facing multiple charges after Selma police say he followed another vehicle and led officers on a brief pursuit. According to police, the incident…
Wanted Man Found Hiding Inside Clothes Dryer
SELMA — Sometimes suspects get creative. Sometimes their ideas just don’t work. Brian Lewis Brinkley, 32, of Smithfield, learned that the hard way on December 28. Deputies with the Johnston…
Selma Police Chief Jamie Hughes Announces Retirement
SELMA — After more than two decades of dedicated service, Selma Police Chief Jamie Hughes has announced he will retire, closing a distinguished law enforcement career. Hughes will officially step…
Deputy Interrupts Burglary In Progress
CLAYTON — One person was taken into custody and authorities are searching for a second suspect after deputies discovered a burglary in progress near Clayton. The incident occurred around 10:20…
