October 22, 2025
Micro
Tractor Trailer Crash Closes Interstate 95
MICRO – Southbound lanes of Interstate 95 near Micro have been closed due to a tractor trailer accident. A semi hauling lumber overturned in the southbound lanes, near the 102…
Three People Seriously Injured In Traffic Collision
SELMA – A couple in a pickup truck were traveling on Bizzell Grove Church Road, Friday afternoon, when the driver of a passenger car on Hinnant-Edgerton Road, failed to stop…
Fire Damages Micro Home
MICRO – Multiple fire departments battled a house fire in Micro, Tuesday morning. The blaze was reported around 8:30am on N. Railroad Street. Fire gutted a single story residence and…
Sticker Shock: Commissioners Hear Concerns About 2025 Property Revaluation
Rural areas see highest average increases JOHNSTON COUNTY – Johnston County Commissioners heard from a number of resident on Monday who were concerned about the recent property revaluation. Revaluation letters…
Johnston County Man Wins $100,000 On A Scratch-Off
RALEIGH – Jason Hall of Micro took a chance on a $50 scratch-off and won a $100,000 prize. Hall bought his lucky $10 Million Spectacular ticket from the Sheetz on…
Don Lassiter Named Chair Of University Of Mount Olive Board Of Trustees
MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive (UMO) has announced that Don Lassiter, a retired fintech entrepreneur and long-time supporter of the University, has been named Chair of the…
Micro Elementary’s Laura Warren Named JCPS 2024 Media Specialist Employee Of The Year
SMITHFIELD – Micro Elementary Media Specialist Laura Warren was awarded the 2024 Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) Media Specialist Employee of the Year. She received the award at the Spring…
Commissioner Negotiates Settlement On Dwelling Rate Request
RALEIGH – Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has announced that the N.C. Department of Insurance has settled its legal dispute with North Carolina insurance companies over a dwelling rate increase. Commissioner…
Johnston County Students Receive UMO Awards
MOUNT OLIVE – Two Johnston County students were recognized for their achievements at the University of Mount Olive’s Annual Awards Ceremony. Among those receiving awards were: Deborah Stephenson of Smithfield…
Attempted Robbery Reported At Downtown ATM
MICRO – A 33 year-old woman escaped injury during an attempted armed robbery at an ATM on W. Main Street in downtown Micro. The victim pulled up to the ATM…
JCPS Celebrates National School Breakfast Week With Festive Event
MICRO – On Wednesday, March 6, 2024, the Johnston County School Nutrition Department hosted a “Surf’s Up with School Breakfast” event at Micro Elementary in celebration of National School Breakfast…
One Person Injured In US 301 Collision
MICRO – A pickup towing a car hauler trailer collided with a minivan on US 301 at Bizzell Grove Church Road, just north of Micro, on Saturday. The driver of…
