Smithfield
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.…
Hundreds Of Students Cross Stage At JCC Spring Graduation
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Johnston Community College (JCC) celebrated the achievements of its graduates during Commencement on May 19. The College honored the dedication, perseverance, and success of students completing their…
Smithfield Proposed Budget Keeps Tax Rate Unchanged, Adds Fire Department Positions
Proposal maintains the 45-cent tax rate with no immediate utility increases SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Interim Town Manager Kimberly Pickett has presented a proposed balanced budget for the Town of Smithfield…
JCC Signs Updated Transfer Agreement With NC Wesleyan
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Johnston Community College has formalized an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) as part of its Wesleyan Works program. The updated agreement…
Two Juveniles Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Smithfield Man
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Two juveniles have been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a Smithfield man earlier this month in Goldsboro. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, officers…
Laser Investigation Near Johnston County Regional Airport Leads To Arrest
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A month-long investigation into lasers being pointed at aircraft near the Johnston County Regional Airport has resulted in the arrest of a Smithfield man on multiple felony…
Police: Stolen Gun Recovered During Traffic Stop
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Smithfield police officers recovered a stolen handgun and seized marijuana during a traffic stop. According to the Smithfield Police Department, an officer stopped a 2011 Honda around…
