Selma
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…
Good Samaritan Injured After Being Struck By Semi At Accident Scene
SELMA — A man who stopped to help others following a traffic accident Saturday afternoon was seriously injured when he was struck by a passing tractor-trailer. The accident happened around…
56-Lot Subdivision Approved On Buffalo Road
SELMA – A new residential subdivision is planned just outside the Selma town limits following unanimous approval by the Selma Town Council. At its December 9 meeting, the council approved…
No Answers: Selma Police Renew Plea For Information In Batten Disappearance
SELMA – Four years after a Selma man was last seen alive, authorities say the case remains unsolved and all known investigative leads have been exhausted. James Norman Batten, then…
After Selma Mayor Tells GOP To ‘Mind Your Business,’ County Republicans Fire Back
SELMA — The Johnston County Republican Party is pushing back after Selma Mayor Byron McAllister criticized the party during his inaugural address last week, telling county Republicans to “mind your…
McAllister Begins New Term With Message To Critics And Outside Groups
SELMA, N.C. — Selma Mayor Byron McAllister delivered a strikingly blunt and at times confrontational speech after being sworn in for another term Dec. 9, using the address to praise…
Officers Spread Holiday Cheer During Annual Cops & Kids Christmas Event
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Local law enforcement officers helped bring holiday joy to local children during the Cops & Kids Christmas Shopping Event, hosted by the Johnston County Fraternal Order of…
