October 25, 2025
Schools
Why I Teach: A Story Of Heart Over Hype
By Dr. Ken Robol At Johnston Community College, we may not have the deep pockets or shiny new buildings of larger institutions like Wake Tech — but what we do…
Benson Man Receives Scholarship To Motorcycle Mechanics Program
Three students in the Central Carolina Community College Motorcycle Mechanics program have received scholarships thanks to The Antique Motorcycle Foundation. The student recipients are pictured on the front row, left…
Firefighters Prepare For Life-Saving Moments
CLAYTON – The Clayton Fire Department is spending this week sharpening one of the most critical skills in firefighting: search and rescue. Crews are conducting hands-on training at Johnston Community…
Teacher Brought Handgun To School, Police Say
WILSON’S MILLS – A Johnston County school teacher is facing criminal charges after she reportedly brought a handgun to school. The incident happened Tuesday at Wilson’s Mills Elementary School. Heather…
Dr. Eric Bracy Named Finalist For Superintendent Of South Carolina School District
ROCK HILL, SC – Johnston County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Eric Bracy was named a finalist for the superintendent of the Rock Hill School District in South Carolina, officials announced…
Injuries Reported In School Bus Accident
PRINCETON – Several people were injured in a school bus accident, Wednesday afternoon, in front of Princeton Elementary School on Holt’s Pond Road. The two vehicle collision occurred around 3:30pm…
Neuse Charter School Students Earn National Awards For Community Service Impact
SMITHFIELD – Neuse Charter School is delighted to announce 33 students are being recognized by the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) and InnerView in the eighth Annual Community…
Report: School Resource Officer Assaulted By Student
SMITHFIELD – A school resource officer (SRO) at Smithfield Selma High School was reportedly assaulted by a student. That student is now facing criminal charges. On Tuesday, May 6 around…
JCPS Hosts Spring 2025 Special Recognition Celebration
SMITHFIELD – On Monday, Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) hosted its Spring Special Recognition Celebration at Corinth Holders High. JCPS parents, families, JCPS leadership, and Johnston County Board of Education…
Morgan Marshall’s Passion-Driven Path To Teaching
Morgan Marshall’s road to becoming a teacher has been filled with challenges, perseverance, and an unwavering passion for education. The 33-year-old is preparing to graduate from the University of Mount…
11 Complete Graduation Course At Neuse Correctional Institution
GOLDSBORO – Several individuals have been recognized for completing programs through Wayne Community College while incarcerated at the Neuse Correctional Institution. A graduation ceremony was held inside the prison to…
Wayne County Health Department Confirms Whooping Cough Case
WAYNE COUNTY – The Wayne County Health Department confirmed Friday a case of pertussis (whooping cough) from a student at Meadow Lane Elementary School. Health Department staff have worked closely with…
