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Sysco Raleigh employees gather for a photo outside their Selma plant. A ribbon-cutting for the facility's expansion is planned for 1:30 p.m. Friday.
Sysco plans Friday ribbon-cutting for expanded facility
SELMA— Global foodservice distribution company Sysco Corp. will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for state and local officials, associates and other community members at its newly expanded facility … more
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Albert Thomas Jr.
Weathercast: High humidity arrives to greet summer solstice
Eastern North Carolina's weather will be in tune with the astronomical calendar as Friday's solstice marks the first official day of summer, Al Thomas says in this week's installment of The Wilson … more
County oks $243 million budget
The Johnston County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $243 million 2019-2020 budget Monday night, June 17. more
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A 10-year-old girl was hospitalized after a three-car crash on N.C. 242 near Benson last Wednesday. Her mother and brother were injured and sent to WakeMed for treatment.
Benson girl, 10, on breathing tube after Wednesday crash
BENSON — A 10-year-old girl remained sedated and on a breathing tube Friday after she was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a three-car crash late last Wednesday near … more
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Albert Thomas Jr.
Weathercast: Pleasant weekend, return to average summer temps
After a near-perfect weekend in the greater Wilson area, expect a return to typical summer heat and humidity to start the workweek, Al Thomas Jr. advises in the latest installment of The Wilson Times … more
Sherrod
Woman faces murder, arson charges in fatal fire
BAILEY — A Nash County woman faces murder and arson charges after deputies say she started a fire that killed a man in the home they shared.  Alayna Renee Sherrod, 32, is accused of … more
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Al Thomas Jr.
Weathercast: Sunny, drier days ahead this week
Scattered showers and thunderstorms could linger through midweek, but expect plenty of sunshine and drier air Thursday through Saturday, Al Thomas Jr. predicts in this week's installment of The … more
Oey
Silver Alert issued for missing 90-year-old man
Authorities are seeking the public's help to locate a 90-year-old Johnston County man. The N.C. Center for Missing Persons issued a Silver Alert for Hans Liem "Fritz" Oey at 3:18 a.m. Tuesday. Oey … more
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Police seek tips in Smithfield shooting that wounded 20-year-old
SMITHFIELD — Police are working multiple leads in a June 3 shooting that wounded a 20-year-old man. Capt. Ryan Sheppard said police were dispatched to the Pine Needle Shopping Center, 721 N. … more
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Avery
Avery named North Johnston High principal
KENLY —The Johnston County Board of Education has named Tol Avery as principal at North Johnston High School. Avery comes to North Johnston following three years as principal at Four Oaks … more
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Prepare for hurricanes
RALEIGH ­—State Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler’s annual plea for farmers to prepare for hurricane season is especially poignant this year in light of Hurricane Florence’s … more
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Classic Ford and Johnston County have signed an agreement regarding the dealership's use of Shelter Way as a secondary entrance. The dealership's new building located at 1324 N. Brightleaf Blvd. A moving date hasn't been announced. Steve Reed | Johnstonian News
Classic Ford, county strike deal on road access
SMITHFIELD — Classic Ford of Smithfield built a new dealership 1324 N. Brightleaf Blvd. The Smithfield Town Council approved the construction permit in March 2017. Classic Ford is currently located … more
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Miles
Former Harbor employee indicted on embezzlement charges
SMITHFIELD — A Johnston County grand jury indicted former Harbor employee Rhonda Miles was indicted June 3 on several felony charges related to her alleged theft of Harbor’s money. Miles is … more
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Johnston County Public Schools Superintendent Ross Renfrow asks county commissioners for $1.5 million to cover year-end expenses and $7.2 million to be added to the $66 million the county has allocated to the school system in its 2019-20 budget.
Schools, college seek $9.2M budget boost
SMITHFIELD — Johnston County Public Schools and Johnston Community College have requested $9.2 million in additional funds from the county’s 2019-20 budget. The county’s proposed budget has … more
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Pictured in the front row from left are Mike Mancuso, Triangle East Chamber president; Carl Carney, owner, Davie Construction; Selma Mayor Cheryl Oliver, Jeff Hirsch, President and CEO, Campers Inn RV; Larry Peter, vice president of Southern operations, Campers Inn RV; Randy Hunter, service manager, Campers Inn RV of Raleigh; Jim Lawson, general manager, Campers Inn RV of Raleigh; and Sue Belanger, sales manager, Campers Inn RV of Raleigh.
Campers Inn RV in Selma celebrates expansion
SELMA— Campers Inn RV has completed its dealership expansion project and has opened the doors of its new recreational vehicle supercenter. Campers Inn broke ground on the 30,000 square-foot … more
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Wilson's Mills Elementary student Kathleen Culbreth, left, shares her classroom’s model of an inclusive playground with guest De McKenzie, right, of RTI International Education Services.
Student projects transform classroom and community
SMITHFIELD — Hundreds of people attended the Johnston County Public Schools Innovation Expo to see teachers and students showcase innovative teaching and learning practices May 31 at the Johnston … more
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Princeton public works employee Michael Hardie uses a bucket truck purchased in the 2018-19 budget year to change a security light at Ray Floors Community Park.
No tax hike in Princeton’s $1.7M town budget
PRINCETON — The 2019-20 town budget will feature no tax rate increase, Mayor Don Rains said following the Princeton Board of Commissioners budget workshop held after the board’s regular monthly … more
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Students, Johnston County Public Schools staff, elected officials including former Gov. James B. Hunt and several community members come together for the Shelby Rose Bireley Agricultural Building ribbon-cutting at Cleveland High on May 14.
New barn to change ag education at Cleveland High School
CLAYTON— Students at Cleveland High now have access to more hands-on learning experiences in their agriculture education classes thanks to a donation from community member Durwood … more
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Shoppers look for bargains during last year's U.S. 301 Endless Yard Sale in Kenly.
301 Endless Yard Sale bringing bargain-hunters to Johnston
KENLY— Troy Lucas is normally employed as a United Parcel Service driver in his hometown of Tarboro, but for two days each year during the month of June, he becomes an antique dealer as part of the … more
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Big Bang Boom band member Chuck Folds performs a musical number along with help from kids attending the Kenly Public Library Summer Reading Program on June 5. The band also performed at the Selma Public Library.
Kenly, Selma libraries begin summer reading programs
KENLY— Each carrying the theme of “A Universe of Stories,” the Kenly Public Library and Selma Public Library each kicked off their annual summer reading programs on June 5 with performances by … more
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