Smithfield
Three-Day Enforcement Campaign Produces Hundreds Of Citations, Dozens Of DWI Arrests
Three-day initiative produces 1,582 traffic and criminal violations, 33 DWI charges and eight wanted persons apprehended JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – A three-day law enforcement initiative resulted in more than 1,500…
Business Owners Give Mixed Reviews Of Downtown Development Efforts
Business owners cite parking, foot traffic, vacancies and communication among their top concerns SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Downtown business owners expressed both support and frustration with the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation…
Crews Contain Natural Gas Leak After Line Severed
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A contractor accidentally struck and severed a two-inch natural gas line Thursday morning, prompting a response from emergency crews and the temporary closure of a section of…
Council Hears Update From NCDOT On Downtown Traffic Changes
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A long-discussed plan to improve safety, traffic flow and parking in downtown Smithfield moved forward Tuesday night as the North Carolina Department of Transportation outlined proposed improvements…
Smithfield Keeps Tax Rate Steady, Expands Fire Department Under New Budget
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Smithfield Town Council unanimously approved a $58.46 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year Tuesday night following a presentation by Interim Town Manager Kimberly Pickett. No…
Police: Armed Man Forced Stranger Into Vehicle Before 911 Call Led To Arrest
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A quick-thinking kidnapping victim secretly called 911 from his cell phone after police said he was forced into his own vehicle at gunpoint at a Smithfield convenience…
Kenly’s Michael Sliger Eyes Championship Crown In Southern National Spring Finale
Champions to be crowned in five divisions at Southern National Motorsports Park on June 6 LUCAMA, N.C. – Michael Sliger could be just 20 laps away from championship glory at…
Freedmen’s Schoolhouse To Be Dedicated
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – The Historic Smithfield Foundation will hold a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Freedmen’s Schoolhouse on Friday, June 19. The ceremony will take place at 11 am…
Smithfield FD Encourages Residents To Prepare For Hurricane Season
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Hurricane season officially begins June 1st and continues through November 30th. The Smithfield Fire Department is encouraging residents to take steps now to prepare for severe weather…
Public Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Season
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield will launch its 2026 Summer Reading Program on Monday, June 1. This year’s theme, “Unearth a Story,” celebrates curiosity,…
The Lampe Family Scholarship Celebrates Excellence And Expands Opportunity In Johnston County
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – The Johnston County Education Foundation has announced the establishment of The Lampe Family Scholarship, a powerful new investment in the future of Johnston County’s highest-achieving students,…
Red Cross Assisting Family After Smithfield House Fire
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Three people were displaced after a fire damaged a home Monday morning in South Smithfield. The fire was reported in the 1200 block of South Crescent Street.…
