October 25, 2025
Benson
Arrest Made After Stolen Car Recovered
BENSON – Authorities have arrested a man they said was driving a stolen car. Jeffrey Lewis Armstrong Jr., 33, of Greenleaf Road, Angier was arrested June 17 around 12:30 p.m.…
Eastern Carolina Medical Center Announces 2025 Scholarship Winners
BENSON – Eastern Carolina Medical Center (ECMC) and Dr. P.K. Vyas have announced the 2025 ECMC Scholarship winners. Every year, Eastern Carolina Medical Center presents Triton High School, Midway High…
I-40 Rest Area Death Under Investigation
BENSON – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a person at the westbound Interstate 40 Rest Area near Benson. Around 11:15 p.m. Saturday, June 14, an…
Undercover Investigation Results In Two Traffic Stops, Three Drug Arrests
BENSON – A three month undercover investigation by local and federal authorities resulted in two simultaneous traffic stops and three drug arrests. On June 10, the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office…
Tragic Ending In Search For Missing 65 Year-Old Man
BENSON – The search for a missing Johnston County man came to a tragic end, Monday night. Rickey McLamb of Benson had been missing since the night of June 6.…
3 Charged With Breaking & Entering, Larceny
SELMA – Three suspects, ages 17 to 19, are facing criminal charges after they allegedly broken into an abandoned warehouse off Lizzie Mill Road. The suspects are accused of breaking…
Special Olympics Athletes From Three Johnston County Schools Showcase Talent At 2025 NCHSAA Track & Field State Championship
GREENSBORO – Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) athletes from high schools across the state showcased their dedication and sportsmanship at the 2025 North Carolina High School Athletic Association Track &…
Catalytic Converters Stolen From Vehicles At Used Car Dealership
BENSON – Catalytic converters were stolen from four vehicles parked at a Johnston County used car dealership. The theft was discovered Monday, May 19 at Dunn Deal Auto at 1620…
Car Strikes Benson Home
BENSON – A Benson home was damaged after being struck by a car. It happened Saturday morning on North Lincoln Street. Benson Police said a 52 year-old woman was operating…
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…
Benson Town Manager Hired As Assistant Smithfield Town Manager
SMITHFIELD – Benson Town Manager Kim Pickett has been hired to fill the newly-created position of assistant town manager in Smithfield. Mrs. Pickett has been with the Town of Benson…
Major Accident Shuts Down Busy Roadway
BENSON – A major accident has closed a busy Johnston County roadway. The collision was reported just after 10:00am today (Wednesday) on NC Highway 50 at Surles Road, about two…
