Smithfield
Smithfield Council Approves $350,000 Land Deal Behind Closed Doors
County commissioner profits from property sale, says transaction followed all legal requirements SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A recent land purchase by the Smithfield Town Council is drawing scrutiny for possible violations…
Federal Search Warrants Served At Adjacent Johnston County Homes
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Federal authorities executed search warrants at two adjacent homes in Johnston County on Monday morning, leading to the arrests of two men on firearms charges. The warrants…
Fire Damages Home In Smithfield
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A home in Smithfield was damaged by a fire Tuesday morning. The blaze broke out at a residence on British Court, off Country Club Road. Fire crews…
Hundreds Attend NCWorks Job Fair At Johnston Community College
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — About 200 job seekers met with dozens of employers during a recent job fair at Johnston Community College aimed at connecting local residents with available positions across…
Aging Smithfield Pump Station Set For $4.1M Rebuild
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Smithfield Town Council has approved a contract to rebuild Pump Station #1, located at 240 W. Market Street, a project town officials say is needed because…
New Industrial Park To Bring 150-200 Jobs To Smithfield
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – The Smithfield Town Council unanimously approved plans for a new light industrial subdivision during its March 17 meeting, clearing the way for the development just outside town…
Smithfield To Unveil New Greytown Landmark Sign With Ribbon Cutting
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – The Town of Smithfield will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 1 to mark the installation of a new landmark sign recognizing the Greytown community. The ceremony is…
Boys & Girls Club To Launch Expanded Programs At Sarah Yard Community Center
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Smithfield Town Council voted unanimously to allow the Boys & Girls Club of Johnston County to use the Sarah Yard Community Center for after-school and summer…
Fellowship Masonic Lodge #84 Hosts Scholarship Breakfast March 28
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – The Fellowship Masonic Lodge #84 in Smithfield is gearing up for its annual pancake breakfast, a beloved community tradition that raises funds for the Evander S. Simpson…
Smithfield Dog Owner Cited After Pit Bull Injures Multiple Victims
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – A dog allegedly linked to two separate biting incidents in Smithfield has been seized after authorities say five people were injured over the course of several weeks.…
Community Basketball Games To Honor Local Soldier’s Legacy
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A community basketball event honoring the legacy of a former local student-athlete and soldier will return this weekend at Smithfield-Selma High School. The Jeffery Isaiah David Memorial…
Neuse Charter Freshman Sets NCHSAA Single-Season Scoring Record
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Neuse Charter School has announced that freshman standout Jeremiah Edwards has set a new North Carolina High School Athletic Association record for the most points scored in…
