October 26, 2025
Selma
Selma Mayor Named Chair Of Central Pines Regional Council
DURHAM — Central Pines Regional Council (CPRC) has announced the appointment of its Board Officers for Fiscal Year 2025–2026, including Town of Selma Mayor Byron McAllister as Board Chair. In…
Selma Couple Arrested On 75 Felony Drug Charges
SELMA – A six-month investigation by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, with assistance from the ATF, has led to the arrest of a Selma couple on a combined…
Johnston County, Town Of Selma Awarded Great Trail State Program Grants
RALEIGH – Governor Josh Stein announced Thursday that the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources has awarded nearly $11 million to trail development and restoration projects in the Piedmont. The General…
High Speed Pursuit Suspect Escapes On Foot
SELMA – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is working to identify the driver of a stolen vehicle that led officers on a high speed chase. The pursuit started around 3:11…
Johnston County LICC Screens Dozens Of Children At Annual Wellness Event
SELMA – The Johnston County Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC) successfully screened 29 local children for critical developmental milestones at its annual Child Wellness and Resource Event on July 19th.…
Smithfield To Host National Night Out At Community Park On August 5
SMITHFIELD – The Town of Smithfield will host National Night Out 2025 on Tuesday, August 5th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Smithfield Community Park, located at 600 M.…
Buffalo Road Collision Injures Driver
SELMA – One person was hospitalized following a single-vehicle accident on Buffalo Road near the Oil Terminals in Selma. The collision occurred around noon on Tuesday. The driver was traveling…
Wiley Cash, Best Selling NC Author, To Speak At Brunch Event
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Princeton Area Library Supporters (PALS) will host Wiley Cash, best-selling author of four novels, for a brunch, book-signing and Q&A program on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025…
Motorist Charged With Habitual Impaired Driving And Child Abuse
SMITHFIELD – A 33 year-old Johnston County man was arrested on numerous charges including habitual impaired driving. Quentin Terrell Benjamin of Cypress Court, Selma was arrested July 9 around 8:35…
Town OKs Incentive Agreement With Culver’s, Approves Rezoning Request
SELMA – Tuesday night, members of the Selma Town Council approved a new Incentive Agreement with Culver’s. Culver’s is considering building a new restaurant at 1801 Outlet Center Drive, the…
AAF International Builds Brighter Futures Through Service At Boys & Girls Clubs
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County has recognized Smithfield-based manufacturer AAF International for their partnership and support. As part of their annual company meeting held…
Johnston County Bridge Preservation Will Require Lane Closures
SMITHFIELD – Two bridges in Johnston County will undergo preservation work thanks to a $1.9 million contract awarded last week by the state Transportation Department. American Civil Constructors West Coast LLC…
