October 25, 2025
News
$83 Million In SNAP Benefits Not Distributed To Applicants On Time
RALEIGH — A performance audit by the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has found tens of millions of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit payments were delivered late to North Carolinians.…
NC Lawmakers To Revisit Congressional Maps Next Week
By Carolina Journal Staff North Carolina lawmakers plan to return to Raleigh next week to consider a new congressional map after President Donald Trump called on Republican-led legislatures to counter…
Police Identify Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Clayton Boulevard
CLAYTON — Authorities have identified the pedestrian who was fatally struck while crossing Clayton Boulevard (U.S. Highway 70 Business) last week. Johnny Galliher, 79, of Clayton, was hit by a…
Selma Mayor Selected To Statewide Leadership Cohort
SELMA – The Town of Selma has announced that Mayor Byron McAllister has been selected to join the sixth cohort of ElevateNC: Higher Education, a highly respected statewide leadership initiative…
Town Council Approves Extension Of Cell Tower Lease
SMITHFIELD – The Smithfield Town Council has approved a new lease agreement with T-Mobile, extending the company’s use of a town-owned cell tower located behind the Smithfield Police Department. The…
Warrant: Local Man Purchased Beer And Cigars With Counterfeit $100 Bill
PRINCETON – A 27-year-old Smithfield man faces two felony charges after allegedly using counterfeit currency to make a purchase at a local store. Cedric Jequez Braswell, of Barbour Road, was…
Driver Arrested After Low-Speed Pursuit Ends At Home
JOHNSTON COUNTY – A 53-year-old Johnston County man was arrested after allegedly leading Johnston County deputies on a low-speed chase that ended at his own home. Brent Allen Deans, of…
Smithfield Man Charged In Child Sex Offense Case
SMITHFIELD – A 61-year-old Smithfield man is out of custody after posting a $100,000 secured bond following his arrest in connection with a child sex offense investigation. Santiago Consuelo, of…
Scam Alert: Woman Defrauded Of $15,000 In Elaborate Hoax
CLEVELAND COMMUNITY – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a scam that cost a local woman $15,000 in cash. A 61-year-old woman recently fell victim to fraud after receiving…
Shining Bright: How Lights And Sound Power Every Shot At The Clayton Center
CLAYTON – From glowing beams of light to perfectly balanced sound, The Clayton Center creates a live experience that captivates every audience member. Behind the scenes, skilled technicians carefully coordinate…
2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Court
SELMA – The Town of Selma is proud to introduce the 2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Court. These outstanding young women will serve as ambassadors for the Town of Selma…
SUV Strikes Front Of Restaurant; No Injuries Reported
BENSON – A vehicle struck the front of a popular Benson restaurant Friday afternoon, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The incident occurred just before 1:00 p.m. at Grill on…
