Smithfield
It’s A Girl! First Baby Born In 2025
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The first baby born in Johnston County in 2025 is a girl! Siena Claire arrived at 2:25am January 1 at UNC Health Johnston in Smithfield. Siena Claire…
Johnston County Shopping Center Sold
SMITHFIELD – A local shopping center has a new owner. According to the Johnston County Register of Deeds Office, Center Pointe Plaza LLC of Raleigh purchased the Centre Pointe Shopping…
Drone, K-9 Help Capture Juvenile Burglary Suspects
SMITHFIELD – Law enforcement officers used a K-9 and drone to apprehend two young burglary suspects. Around 1:16am Monday, Smithfield Police responded to a burglary at Harper’s Flea Market Mall,…
Local Woman Linked To Telephone Scam
SMITHFIELD – A criminal investigation by authorities in North Carolina and Florida has led to the arrest of a Johnston County woman. Denise Shante Pugsley, age 31, of Brogden School…
Calling All Young Artists! Ham & Yam T-Shirt Design Contest
SMITHFIELD – Are you a creative middle or high school student in Smithfield? Here’s your chance to showcase your talent and make your mark at the 39th Annual Ham &…
Cops & Kids Event Helps Over 50 Local Children
SMITHFIELD – Sunday morning, local law enforcement officers paired up with 51 needy children for the annual FOP Cops & Kids event at Walmart in Smithfield. The heartwarming event provided…
Felon On Bail Awaiting Trial Busted On Narcotic Charges
SMITHFIELD – A convicted felon out of jail on bail awaiting trial on multiple charges was busted by undercover officers in Smithfield, on Tuesday. Okevis Deon Russell of Michael Lane,…
Johnston County Public Utilities Recognized For Excellence In Drinking Water Treatment
SMITHFIELD – Johnston County Public Utilities has once again been recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality drinking water, earning the prestigious Area-Wide Optimization Program (AWOP) Award from the North…
Knit Night Attendees Gift Over 100 Handmade Items
CLAYTON – Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library’s Knit Night attendees are gifting more than 100 handmade knitted and crocheted hats, scarves, and gloves to Harbor Shelter in Smithfield. These thoughtful donations aim…
Council OKs 117 Lot Subdivision
3 Subdivisions Approved This Year On Buffalo Road In Smithfield City Limits Will Add 497 Total New Homes SMITHFIELD – Another major subdivision will be constructed on Buffalo Road after…
Johnston County Public Health Department Awarded Reaccreditation
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Public Health Department has been awarded Reaccreditation with Honors by the North Carolina Local Health Department Accreditation (NCLHDA) Board. This designation, presented on November 15, 2024,…
Carl Lamm Highway Dedication Ceremony Held
FOUR OAKS – Family, friends and local dignitaries gathered Tuesday afternoon for the official unveiling of a sign dedicating a section of Interstate 95 between Four Oaks and Smithfield the…
