October 25, 2025
Smithfield
Authorities Investigating Damage To Airplane
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating damage to an aircraft propeller that may have been caused by a gunshot. Deputies responded to the Johnston County Airport on…
Local Filmmaker’s Short Movie To Premiere At PLJCS On Sept. 11
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Local filmmaker Char Vinar has announced the premiere of her independent short movie, “Black Honey,” on Thursday, September 11, starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Public Library…
KS Bank Welcomes Travis Bailey As Chief Administrative Officer, Executive VP
SMITHFIELD – KS Bank, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Travis B. Bailey to its Senior Executive Management team as the Chief Administrative Officer. In this role, Bailey…
Driver Tased After Fleeing Traffic Stop, Assaulting Officers, Authorities Say
SMITHFIELD – A Benson man is facing a dozen criminal charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop, discarding drugs, and assaulting two law enforcement officers before being subdued with…
One Upper Neuse Site Failed The Last Swim Guide Test Of The Season
From Sound Rivers RALEIGH — Only one site sampled in the Upper Neuse failed to meet recreational water-quality standards in the last Swim Guide test of the season: Smithfield Town…
Police Investigating Vehicle Break-Ins At Smithfield Car Lot
SMITHFIELD – Authorities are investigating after two vehicles were broken into at a local used car dealership. Smithfield Police said the incident occurred at Perfect Ride, located at 732 N.…
Inmate Charged After Assaulting Detention Officer
SMITHFIELD – A Johnston County inmate is facing new felony charges after allegedly assaulting a detention officer. The incident occurred Monday, August 19, around 2:10 p.m. at the Johnston County…
Elderly Patient Severely Injured In Alleged Abuse By Caretaker, Police Say
SMITHFIELD – A former employee at an assisted living facility in Smithfield has been arrested and charged after allegedly causing serious injuries to an elderly resident under her care. Tameka…
Lockdown Lifted At Smithfield-Selma High After Student Brings BB Gun To Campus
SMITHFIELD – Smithfield-Selma High School was placed on lockdown early Wednesday morning after a student reportedly brought a BB gun onto campus, prompting a swift response from school officials and…
Partnership Announces Fall Programs To Support Families And Prepare Children For School
Johnston County, NC – The Partnership for Children of Johnston County is excited to announce the release of its fall program schedule, offering a variety of free opportunities to help families…
Will Denning Earns Eagle Scout Rank
SMITHFIELD – Will Denning recently received his Eagle Scout Award, as well as the Bronze and Gold Eagle Palms, from the Boy Scouts of America. He is the son of…
Johnston County Early College Academy And Johnston County Career & Technical Leadership Academy Students Return To The Classroom
SMITHFIELD – Johnston County Early College Academy (JCECA) and Johnston County Career & Technical Leadership Academy (JCCTLA) students were welcomed back into the buildings on the Johnston Community College (JCC)…
