Wilson’s Mills
Johnston County Man Celebrates $2 Million Win
JOHNSTON COUNTY – A routine work break to a local convenience store turned into an unforgettable moment for Harlee Aliff of Kenly when he won the first $2 million top…
Despite Fewer Homes And Land Offer, Bellamy Project Faces Uphill Battle
SMITHFIELD – The Smithfield Town Council will take up a revised proposal for the controversial Bellamy subdivision at its Feb. 17 meeting, where council members will consider both a voluntary…
Fiery Wreck Leaves One Dead, One Critically Injured
CLAYTON – One person was killed and another critically injured early Sunday morning in a single-vehicle crash. Troopers responded at 1:52 a.m. Sunday to a motor vehicle collision on Powhatan…
County Advances New Social Services Building
Architect employed; construction manager retained By The Smithfield Weekly Sun SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Board of Commissioners took two steps Monday morning toward construction of a long-awaited new home…
Family Displaced After Fire Destroys Wilson’s Mills Home
WILSON’S MILLS — A family of four was displaced Monday morning after a fire destroyed a doublewide mobile home on Poplar Drive, off Wilson’s Mills Road. Fire crews from Wilson’s…
Johnston County EMS Begins Service At New Wilson’s Mills Station
WILSON’S MILLS – Johnston County Emergency Services has officially added a new emergency medical services (EMS) unit to its system. Designated as EMS 16, the ambulance will strengthen emergency medical…
Personnel Actions Approved By Johnston County School Board
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Board of Education approved several personnel changes during its Dec. 9 meeting, acting on recommendations from Superintendent Dr. David Pearce. The board approved a three-year…
Randy Ackley Launches Bid For Johnston County Sheriff
JOHNSTON COUNTY — Randy Ackley, a 23-year law enforcement veteran and former detective with the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, filed Wednesday afternoon to run for sheriff in the 2026 Republican…
Wilson’s Mills Names First Full-Time Fire Chief
WILSON’S MILLS — The Wilson’s Mills Fire Department has entered a new era with the appointment of Jason Moore as its first full-time fire chief. Moore, a veteran with 35…
Man Hit, Killed After Vehicle Breaks Down On U.S. 70
WILSON’S MILLS – A man was struck and killed late Friday while attempting to cross U.S. 70 near Wilson’s Mills Road, according to the Wilson’s Mills Police Department. The crash…
Report: Driver Flees After Striking DOT Message Board
WILSON’S MILLS — A motorist who reportedly struck a highway message board along I-42 (U.S. 70) late Wednesday left the scene before being located by first responders several miles away.…
Wind-Driven Fire Burns Shed Behind Clayton Home
CLAYTON – Dry, windy conditions fueled a fast-moving brush fire Sunday afternoon that destroyed a shed behind a home in a densely populated neighborhood. The blaze occurred at 167 Glacier…
