Selma
Eastfield Adds LongHorn Steakhouse As Selma Project Grows
SELMA — A new LongHorn Steakhouse has opened at the Eastfield development in Selma, marking the first location for the chain in Johnston County. The restaurant celebrated its ribbon-cutting Wednesday.…
Jase Robertson Headlines Recovery-Focused Gathering
‘Beyond the Blind’ Brings 1,000 to Smithfield for Faith-Based Recovery Rally SMITHFIELD — About 1,000 people filled the auditorium at Johnston Community College on Feb. 19 for “Beyond the Blind,”…
Faith, Business, And Government Unite For Lead Beyond Business Summit
By Kelly Blanchard SELMA — Faith leaders, business executives, and government officials from across North Carolina gathered at the Selma Civic Center for the Lead Beyond Business Summit, a faith-based luncheon focused…
Activate Selma Announces New Officers For 2026
SELMA — Activate Selma, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose focus is revitalizing downtown Selma, is proud to announce its newly elected Officers for the 2026 term. As the organization enters its…
Teenager Says He Was Robbed On Rural Roadway
SELMA — The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported armed robbery that occurred on Thorne Road north of Selma. An 18-year-old Johnston County resident told deputies he arranged…
Eastfield Welcomes Olive Garden As Expansion Continues
SELMA — A new dining option has arrived in Selma as the ribbon cutting was held recently for Olive Garden at Eastfield, a large-scale mixed-use development designed to combine residential,…
How A Lost County Credit Card Led To Felony Charges
SMITHFIELD0 – A 25 year-old man is facing felony charges after authorities say a lost Johnston County government credit card was used to purchase a laptop computer, leading to an…
‘About Control’: Selma Councilwoman Censured Following Contentious Meeting, Communications Restricted
SELMA — A contentious Selma Town Council meeting Thursday night ended with a 3-1 vote to censure Councilwoman Susan P. Watson following a hearing marked by sharp exchanges, disputed allegations…
Smithfield-Selma High Unified Sports Leaders Advocate On Capitol Hill
SMITHFIELD — Students and educators from Smithfield-Selma High School will represent Johnston County on the national stage as part of a North Carolina delegation attending Special Olympics “Capitol Hill Day”…
Man Critically Injured In Selma Shooting
SELMA — A 20-year-old man was critically injured Thursday afternoon in a shooting at a Selma apartment complex, according to the Selma Police Department. Officers responded at approximately 3:51 p.m.…
Selma Police Complete Investigation Into Incident Where Woman Was Dragged 1,300 Feet
SELMA — Selma Police announced today (Thursday) they have completed their investigation into an incident in which a woman lying in a snow-covered street was struck and dragged by a…
Selma Man Arrested After 100 MPH Chase
SELMA — A Selma man wanted on outstanding drug charges was arrested by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office following a high-speed pursuit that reportedly reached speeds of 100 mph. According…
