October 25, 2025
Clayton
Police Investigating Early-Morning Fatal Accident
CLAYTON – Clayton Police are investigating and early morning accident that claimed the life of a 68 year-old man. The accident was reported at 2:25 a.m. today (Wednesday) on N.…
Clayton Couple Brings Philanthropic Shaved Ice Truck To Their Community: Sweet Treats With A Purpose
Instead of retirement, this former military family is partnering with local schools, youth sports leagues, and nonprofits to build a sweet legacy —one cup at a time CLAYTON – Kona…
Fire Officials Reinforce Severe Weather Preparedness After Recent Flooding
CLAYTON – Recent flooding that caused major damage across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, offered a powerful reminder of just how quickly severe weather can turn dangerous. The Clayton Fire…
Woman Arrested For Felony Drug Violations, Negligent Child Abuse
JOHNSTON COUNTY – A traffic stop led to the arrest of Loretta Strange of Allen Road, Clayton. Strange was a passenger in a Kia stopped on Highway 50 at Veterans…
Son Accused Of Manslaughter In Father’s Death
CLAYTON – A 20-year-old Johnston County man was arrested today (Thursday) in connection with the death of his father. Donte Khamani Deloatch of Clayton was arrested on a voluntary manslaughter…
Vehicle Seized From Driver Involved In High Speed Chase, JCSO Says
CLAYTON – A Wayne County man was arrested after he reportedly led law enforcement officers on a high speed chase. Jacob Michael Schuch, age 20, of Goldsboro is facing criminal…
Ripe For Revival Adds New Market Location In Clayton
CLAYTON – Ripe for Revival has added a new location in Clayton. In 2018, entrepreneur Will Kornegay started Ripe Revival to help farmers find markets for their imperfect produce. Ripe…
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…
Clayton Fire And Police Compete For Bragging Rights
CLAYTON – The Clayton Fire Department claims bragging rights this year by defeating the Clayton Police Department 12–8 in the 2025 Battle of the Badges. Still, both teams emerged as…
Convicted Murderer Learns His Fate During Sentencing Hearing
SMITHFIELD – Family members of two victims took the stand Friday in the sentencing hearing of Joshua Stewart, in a case which has become known as the “Lizard Lick Shootings.”…
Report: Wrong Way Driver Facing Numerous Charges
CLAYTON – A motorist is facing numerous charges after he reportedly drove the wrong way on I-42 (formerly the US 70 Bypass) near Clayton. Around 5:30 a.m. Sunday, June 29,…
Gun Pulled On Driver At Busy Intersection
SELMA – A Johnston County teen driver was the victim of a road rage incident. It happened on Tuesday, July 1 around 1:30 p.m.. The 19 year-old victim said someone…
