October 25, 2025
Community
Harnett County Receives A Permanent Replica Of The Charters Of Freedom
HARNETT COUNTY – A grand celebration of freedom and patriotism took place on May 31st in Lillington, as the nation’s 71st Charters of Freedom setting was formally dedicated at 455…
Smithfield Announces New After-Hours Utility Outage Number
The Town of Smithfield is informing residents that, effective immediately, the phone number for reporting after-hours utility outages has changed. The new number to call is 919-934-2661. This replaces the…
Smithfield Fire Department To Participate In Smoke Alarm Saturday On June 7th
SMITHFIELD – The Smithfield Fire Department will join fire departments across North Carolina on Saturday, June 7th for Smoke Alarm Saturday, a one-day, statewide initiative dedicated to improving home fire…
Clayton Fire Promotes First Female Engineer In Department’s History
CLAYTON – The Clayton Fire Department has promoted Rena Smith-Seitz to the position of Engineer. This milestone not only recognizes her dedication and skill but also marks a historic first…
Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield Launches “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program
SMITHFIELD – The Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield has announced the launch of its 2025 Summer Reading Program with the theme of “Color Our World,” officially kicking off…
Blackman’s Grove Baptist Church Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
FOUR OAKS – Blackman’s Grove Baptist Church invites the public to celebrate the grand opening of their newly completed Fellowship Center on Sunday, June 1st, at 12:00 noon. The opening…
JoCo Flags For Heroes
CLAYTON – Volunteers placed 1500 American flags on a grassy spot along Veteran’s Parkway (NC 42 West), Saturday afternoon, as part of the 6th annual JoCo Flags for Heroes. Following…
101 Year-Old Shirley Black Inducted Into NC Lions Club Hall Of Fame
SMITHFIELD – On May 20, Shirley Black of Smithfield was inducted into the North Carolina Lions Club Hall of Fame. Mr. Black is a longtime member of the Lions Club…
Johnston County Memorial Day Ceremony May 26
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Veterans Council will host a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26, 2025 in the Superior Courtroom at the Johnston County Courthouse in Smithfield at…
Salvation Army Welcomes New Advisory Board Member
SMITHFIELD – The Salvation Army Board of Advisors welcomes new member Libby Manning from Edward Jones. Pictured from left is Barbara Lee, president of the Board of Advisors, Libby Manning…
New Bus Donation Expands Access For Johnston County Youth
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County has a brand new transportation bus. This vital addition will enhance the Club’s ability to serve hundreds of youth…
Youth Explore Creativity Through Art
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Johnston County recently held a series of art sessions led by local artist Percilla Williams at the Smithfield and Selma Club…
