October 25, 2025
Community
Oldest Living Johnston County Veteran, Paul Otto, Dies At 102
Johnston County’s oldest living veteran, Paul Otto, passed away on Sunday at the age of 102. JoCoReport featured Mr. Otto last September 7th when he turned 102. Visitation with his family…
Storms Cause Power Outages, Damage
Strong thunderstorms that swept through Johnston County late-Monday caused a number of power outages and scattered damage reports. Town of Clayton electrical crews worked in the heavy rain to get…
Senator Brent Jackson: No Connection To Lindberg
Says check was not solicited A local state senator says he has no direct connection to the man who has been indicted on bribery and wire fraud charges in connection…
Troopers, JoCO Teen Drivers Produce Video Showing Dangers Of Distracted Driving
In anticipation of spring break and prom season, the State Highway Patrol is once again conducting Operation Drive to Live, an annual campaign to reduce collisions involving teen drivers. Beginning today…
Johnston To Purchase Water From Sampson County
An agreement has been signed between Johnston and Sampson County officials to allow Johnston County to purchase water from Sampson County. The bulk water purchase agreement approved and signed last…
Commissioners Honor American Legion’s 100th Anniversary
Johnston County Commissioners recognized the American Legion’s 100th Anniversary last week. Commissioners adopted a resolution at their April 1st meeting at the Johnston County Courthouse in Smithfield. The American Legion…
Williford Installs Life Saving Device In Church For Eagle Scout Project
An Eagle Scout Court of Honor was held on March 31st for Jamie Glenn Williford of Boy Scout Troop 33. For his Eagle Scout project, Jamie installed an automated external defibrillator…
Grandparent Scam Costs Johnston County Woman $16,000
A 78 year-old Johnston County woman last $16,000 last month in the Grandparent Scam. The victim said she received a phone call on March 27th from a person pretending to be…
One Of The World’s Best Air Shows Coming To Goldsboro
Seymour Johnson AFB – Goldsboro – “Wings Over Wayne” is one of the world’s best air shows, according to Chuck Allen, the Mayor of Goldsboro. “Seymour Johnson does a phenomenal job attracting…
Johnston County Employer Has Success With JCI Employees
Ramsey Khelifi started working at Carolina Pottery as a Pricer in January of 2019. Ramsey was referred to JCI from Vocational Rehabilitation for assistance with employment services. JCI develops partnerships…
Jade’s Jam Returns To Benson For Fifth Year
Pet adoptions, accessories, food all on tap It’s the first weekend in April and it can mean only one thing to pet lovers — it’s time for Jade’s Jam. The…
NCSHP Partners In Drive To Save Lives Campaign
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol will once again join 14 other states in an effort to reduce collisions along the I-95 corridor. Through support from the International Association of…
