November 16, 2025
Smithfield
2025 Municipal Election Results
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Low voter turnout marked Tuesday’s 2025 municipal elections across Johnston County, but one of the night’s biggest surprises came in Smithfield, where longtime District 4 Councilman David…
Smithfield Man Hospitalized After Midday Shooting
SMITHFIELD – A Smithfield man is recovering after arriving at Johnston Medical Center on Monday afternoon with a gunshot wound to the leg. Police said 36-year-old Tirom Toler showed up…
Two Injured in Smithfield Hit-and-Run Crash
SMITHFIELD – Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that left two people injured Saturday afternoon in Smithfield. The two-vehicle collision occurred around 3:59 p.m. on November 1 at the intersection…
Johnston County Community Foundation Awards Nearly $52,000 In Grants
The Johnston County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $51,740 in grants to 23 organizations supporting the local community. The board of advisors granted: “It is a…
Gun Displayed In Road Rage Incident
SMITHFIELD — Police are investigating a road rage incident Monday in which a handgun was reportedly displayed during a confrontation on West Market Street (U.S. 70 Business). The incident occurred…
Smithfield Police Department Launches New Mobile App
SMITHFIELD – The Smithfield Police Department is enhancing its ability to engage with the community and keep residents safe through the launch of a new mobile app that makes it…
Friends Of The Public Library To Hold Fall Book Sale
SMITHFIELD – The Friends of the Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield have announced the dates of their annual Fall Book Sale. The sale will taking place Wednesday, November…
Smithfield-Selma High Receives Prestigious Recognition At Unified Basketball Game
SMITHFIELD – This year’s annual Unified basketball game at Smithfield-Selma High School (SSS) was full of excitement, not only to watch the SSS Spartans compete with the North Johnston High…
Touch-A-Truck Celebrates 10th Anniversary In Downtown Smithfield
SMITHFIELD — The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield (JWL) will mark a major milestone this fall as it hosts the 10th Annual Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The…
Boys & Girls Clubs Awarded $5,000 Grant To Expand Youth Programs
Funding will enhance services in Selma and Smithfield JOHNSTON COUNTY — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County has received a $5,000 grant from the 2025 Johnston County Community…
KS Bank Welcomes Matt McLamb As Deposit Relationship Officer
SMITHFIELD – KS Bank, Inc. has announced the addition of Matt McLamb as their Deposit Relationship Officer. In this role, McLamb will help the bank generate new deposits while also…
Shoplifting Suspect Faces Drug Charges After Arrest
SMITHFIELD – A man suspected of shoplifting is now facing drug-related charges following his arrest at a local outlet store. On October 12, around 5:00 p.m., Smithfield police responded to…
