Sports
Campbell Women’s Basketball Head Coach Resigns
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – After 10 seasons leading Campbell’s women’s basketball program, Ronny Fisher will step down as head coach to pursue another opportunity. “On behalf of the entire Campbell…
Comets Take Easter Tournament Title With Three Straight Wins
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — Clayton High School captured the Johnston County Easter Baseball Tournament title, finishing a three-game run with a decisive win over host South Johnston. The tournament, held…
Smithfield Selects New Community Park Site For Tobs Stadium, Reversing Course Again
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Town of Smithfield has selected a new site for its long-debated baseball stadium, returning the project to Community Park just weeks after abandoning plans to build…
Orange & Black Spring Game Brings Football Back To Barker-Lane Stadium
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – Campbell will host its annual Orange & Black Spring Football Game on Saturday, April 18. The event, which will close out the Camels’ 2026 spring sessions,…
Johnston County Student Helps Lead NC Wesleyan Esports Program After Grant Boost
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. — A Johnston County student is among those benefiting from the rapid growth of North Carolina Wesleyan University’s esports program, one year after a grant from Brightspeed…
Wilson Warbirds Opening Day Sellout Sets The Tone For Historic Season
Warbirds First Home Game Officially Sold Out WILSON, N.C. — The Wilson Warbirds have officially sold out their Opening Day matchup against the Hill City Howlers, marking a milestone for…
Campbell Releases 2026 CAA Football Game Times
BUIES CREEK, N.C. — Campbell University has announced kickoff times for its 2026 home games and Coastal Athletic Association matchups. The Camels will open their home schedule Sept. 5 against…
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…
Wilson Warbirds Could See New Majority Owner Amid Ongoing Negotiations
Milwaukee Brewers Would Remain as Minority Partner WILSON, NC – The Milwaukee Brewers and John A. Canning, Jr. today confirmed that the Canning family is currently in discussions to purchase…
Smithfield Mayor Casts Deciding Vote On Baseball Stadium As Questions Linger
Debate over costs, transparency continues SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A divided Smithfield Town Council voted to move forward with a proposed $6 million baseball stadium after Mayor Andy Moore cast the…
Johnston County Basketball Players Named To NCBCA All-District Team
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – The N.C. Basketball Coaches Association has released its all-district teams for the 2025-2026 season. All-district teams are voted on by coaches who are members of the…
Wilson’s Mills High Names First Head Football Coach
WILSON’S MILLS, N.C. — Wilson’s Mills High School, scheduled to open this fall, has named the first head football coach in the school’s history. Brent Bailey, a Johnston County native…
