Smithfield
Smithfield VFW Post Recognizes Public Servants
Several students, teachers and public servants were honored last week at a banquet organized by VFW Post 5886 in Smithfield. The VFW has a national program called the VFW National…
ATF Assisting With Smithfield Arson Investigation
Local and federal authorities are investigating a suspicious fire that heavily damaged a vacant home. Sunday afternoon, the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting a person trespassing inside…
Letters From Santa To Fight Food Insecurity In Johnston County
Smithfield — Once again, the Junior Women’s League of Smithfield (JWL) is teaming up with Santa Claus to address food insecurity by offering Letters from Santa. For just $5, Santa…
Police Want All Vehicles Removed From Market Street Before Thursday’s Christmas Parade
Smithfield Police want everyone to be able to view the annual Smithfield Christmas Parade this Thursday, December 12th beginning at 7:00PM. Especially kids hoping to get a close look at Santa…
Lee Jackson Announces Candidacy For County Commissioner
Former Johnston County Commissioner Lee Jackson of Smithfield filed Monday afternoon for the District 6 seat he previously held. Jackson was joined by his family at the Board of Elections Office…
Penny Files For NC House District 28
This story has been updated. Click for here the latest update. SMITHFIELD – A McGee’s Crossroads area resident filed Friday for the NC House District 28 seat. Timmy Penny of Zack’s…
Smithfield Mayor And Council Members Take Oath
Smithfield Mayor Andy Moore and three town council members who won election in November received their Oaths of Office Tuesday night at the Smithfield Town Hall. Chief Resident Superior Court…
Rev. Lee Colbert, First Baptist Church of Smithfield Recognized With ‘Partners in Protection Award’
Monday night, Johnston County Emergency Services representatives and Johnston County Commissioners recognized Pastor Lee Colbert and the First Baptist Church of Smithfield for their assistance during disasters and emergency situations.…
Commissioner Ted Godwin Files For Third Term
Incumbent Johnston County Commissioner Chairman Ted Godwin has filed Monday for his third term. Godwin, a retired banker, was first elected in 2012 to represent District 2. Mr. Godwin filed Monday…
Cigarettes Stolen During Business Break-Ins
The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office and Smithfield Police are investigating store break-ins where cigarettes were stolen. Around 2:30am Sunday, Smithfield Police discovered a break-in at the Marathon convenience store at…
Allen Wellons, Patrick Harris Running For NC Senate
Contested Race Develops For District 11 NC Senate Seat Late-Sunday, incumbent NC Senator Rick Horner announced he would not seek another term in District 11. On Monday, minutes after the filing…
Rep. Donna White Has Opposition For Re-election Bid
NC House Representative Donna White (R) of Clayton filed for re-election Monday at the Johnston County Board of Elections Office in Smithfield. Rep. White said, “I am pleased to have…
