October 26, 2025
Princeton
Kathryn Farrior Named JCPS 2025 Employee Of The Year For Curriculum, Instruction, And Accountability
SMITHFIELD – Kathryn Farrior has been named Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) 2025 Employee of the Year for Curriculum, Instruction, and Accountability. Farrior is the Workforce Development Specialist for the…
Firearm, Illegal Blue Lights Seized From Driver, JCSO Says
PRINCETON – A driver is facing charges after reportedly having blue lights illegally installed on his civilian vehicle. Raekwon Unique Wallace, age 29, of Goldsboro was spotted behind the wheel…
Stolen Property Recovered During Search Warrant, JCSO Says
PRINCETON – A larceny investigation led to the arrest of a Princeton man and the recovery of stolen items, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office. On May 2, 2025,…
Investing In Himself: How One Local Man Is Redefining Success
PRINCETON – When James Boring enrolled at the University of Mount Olive (UMO) in 2023, he brought more than just ambition to the classroom—he brought a clear sense of purpose…
Impaired Driver Arrested Following Brief Pursuit, JCSO Says
PRINCETON – An out-of-state motorist was apprehended after trying to outrun Johnston County deputies. Justin Michael Hinnefeld of Ruther Glen, Virginia is facing numerous charges. On June 14 around 1:32am,…
Deputies Use Spike Strips To End High-Speed Pursuit
SMITHFIELD – A high-speed chase that started in Princeton ended on Interstate 95 near Smithfield. At 3:14pm Thursday, a Johnston County deputy was on patrol on US 70 near Princeton…
US 70 Reopens Following Three Vehicle Collision
PRINCETON – A collision involving two tractor trailers and a passenger car blocked all eastbound lanes of US 70 at Pine Street in Princeton, Wednesday afternoon. Eastbound traffic was diverted…
Tractor Trailers Collide On US 70
PRINCETON – Two tractor trailers collided Thursday morning on US 70 at Pine Street in Princeton. Despite the serious damage, no injuries were reported. Unconfirmed reports indicate the first semi…
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…
Report: Marijuana Stolen During Break-In
SMITHFIELD – A Princeton man is accused of stealing marijuana during a break-in. Tristian Ray Tyndall, age 29, of Howell Road, Princeton was charged April 14 by the Johnston County…
Johnston County Education Foundation 2025 Grant Winners
The Johnston County Education Foundation (JCEF) has announced the 2025 JCEF Grants Winners. The Barnhill Grant Winner is Lauren McCall, Polenta Elementary, Photo left to right, Heather Moser, Board Member,…
AgFest 2025 Draws Thousands To Celebrate Agriculture And Education
MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive was buzzing with energy as more than 2,000 high school students, advisors, exhibitors, and volunteers from across North Carolina and parts of…
