October 22, 2025
Micro
Driver Flees After Crashing Into Johnston County School Bus
MICRO — The State Highway Patrol is searching for the driver of a pickup truck involved in a hit-and-run collision with a Johnston County school bus Tuesday afternoon. The incident…
Man Arrested After Marijuana Grow Found Near Elementary School, JCSO Says
MICRO — A Johnston County man was arrested after deputies allegedly discovered an outdoor marijuana growing operation just a few hundred feet from an elementary school. Brandon Keith Menard was…
Selma Man Arrested For Burglary, Causing Extensive Damage At Business
MICRO — A Selma man was arrested after allegedly breaking into a vacant business in Micro, causing significant damage and stealing numerous items. Charles William Baker, 51, of Batten Farm…
KS Bank Funds New Fire Truck For Micro Volunteer FD
SMITHFIELD – KS Bank has partnered with the Micro Fire Department to help bring a brand-new fire truck to the community. The funding reflects the bank’s ongoing commitment to empowering…
Former Dollar General Employee Charged With Embezzlement
MICRO — A former employee at a Dollar General store in Johnston County is facing embezzlement charges after authorities say she stole over $1,600 from the retailer through fraudulent transactions.…
Baskets Bloom With Treats At Clayton’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt
CLAYTON – Families are enjoying sweet treats following the Town of Clayton’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by Clayton Parks and Recreation. It took a matter of minutes to scoop…
Deputy Sheriff Rescues Woman And Child Trapped Inside Burning Home
MICRO – A Johnston County deputy sheriff is credited with rescuing a woman and her 5 year-old daughter from a house fire. Around 9:00am today (Wednesday), several fire departments were…
Man Accused Of Trespassing, Assaulting Police Officers
SELMA – Three Selma police officers sustained minor injuries during the arrest of a trespassing suspect. Bobby Ray Pilkington, of S. College Avenue, Kenly is facing multiple charges stemming from…
People Caught Trying To Steal Property From Accident Scene
MICRO – As snow and freezing rain began falling Wednesday afternoon, a tractor trailer overturned on Interstate 95 near Micro. The semi, hauling high quality lumber from Massachusetts to Florida,…
Icy Spots Persist On Area Roads
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Icy spots persist around Johnston County as Troopers and NCDOT crews were kept busy on Friday. A pickup truck towing a trailer overturned and landed in the…
Slick Roads Cause Multiple Crashes
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Snow and ice covered roadways across Johnston County have caused numerous accidents since snowfall began on Wednesday. The State Highway Patrol has responded to numerous accidents. Among…
Motor Grader Catches Fire While Clearing Interstate
JOHNSTON COUNTY – A NC Department of Transportation motor grader was destroyed by flames, Wednesday night. The heavy piece of equipment was being used to clear snow and ice from…
