Selma
Court Orders Demolition Of Former Church Building
SELMA — A superior court judge has ordered the demolition of a former church building at the corner of Highway 301 and E Waddell Street in Downtown Selma. The building’s…
Large Tree Falls On Power Lines
SELMA – A large and very old oak tree fell without notice, Thursday afternoon, tearing down power lines and partially landing on the front porch of a home on Center…
School Board And County Commissioners Collaborate To Enhance Educational Opportunities For Future Generations
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Board of Education and the Johnston County Board of Commissioners have announced a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for students across Johnston County.…
Selma Mayor Participates In Father’s Day Roundtable
GARNER – On Monday, Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) hosted a Father’s Day roundtable with Selma Mayor Byron McAllister, Wake County Commissioner Matt Calabria, Apex Councilman Terry Mahaffey, and Fathers Forever…
White Swan BBQ & Fried Chicken Opens At Old North State Food Hall
Family-owned eatery a staple in the community since 1930 SELMA – TEC Food Hall, LLC, has announced that White Swan BBQ & Fried Chicken has opened at the Old North…
Person Shot During Dispute At Birthday Party
SELMA – One person was shot at a birthday party in Selma. The shooting happened early Sunday morning at the Richard B. Harrison Alumni Association building on S. Brevard Street.…
Congressman Nickel Secures $2.8 Million In Federal Funding For Johnston And Harnett Counties
On Monday, Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) joined with elected officials and local leaders to announce over $2.8 million in federal funding that he secured for Johnston County and Harnett County…
2024 Earth Day Cleanup Event
Community Volunteers Joined Staff to Clean Selma Streets for this Countywide Event SELMA — The Town of Selma recently participated in the 2024 countywide cleanup. Staff invited volunteers to meet…
Johnston County Native Named Dean Of JMU School Of Professional & Continuing Education
HARRISONBURG, Va. — Following a national search, James Madison University has named Nick Swartz as the new Dean of the School of Professional and Continuing Education, effective June 1. A…
JCPS Bus Involved In Minor Accident
SELMA – A Johnston County Public School bus was involved in a minor accident, Friday afternoon. The accident, involving bus 689 and a blue passenger car, occurred at the intersection…
Formal Agreement Adopted With Harrison Center For Active Aging
SELMA – The Harrison Center for Active Aging will continue to use the town-owned Harrison Gym free of charge under a new written agreement with the Town of Selma. Previously,…
Tanker Leak Temporarily Closes I-95 Exit Ramp
SELMA – A tractor trailer hauling “black oil” leaked when it exited northbound Interstate 95 at US 70 (97 mile marker) in Selma, Monday morning. The slick oil came from…
