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Clemson Adds to Stacked 26 Recruiting Class with Commitment of 4-Star DT Keshawn Stancil

Clemson Adds to Stacked 26 Recruiting Class with Commitment of 4-Star DT Keshawn Stancil

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

Clemson's 2026 class is loaded.See the Story

Toyota Fortuner Driver Flashes Gun, Thrashed By Haryana Roadways Driver: Video

Selma, North Carolina · Selma

Toyota Fortuner Driver Flashes Gun, Thrashed By Haryana Roadways Driver: Video

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

Flouting traffic rules and putting the lives of other road users at risk does not always go ignored; sometimes, it can get you behind bars.See the Story

Grand Reopening: The Crown in Sutton Coldfield Shines with a Bold New Look

Four Oaks · Four Oaks

Grand Reopening: The Crown in Sutton Coldfield Shines with a Bold New Look

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Crown in Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield welcomes pub-goers back following an extensive nearly 3-week refurbishment.See the Story

Fraud Charge Filed Against Four Oaks Man

FOUR OAKS – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office has charged Jesse James Hall, age 33, of Spring Lake Road, Four Oaks with obtaining property by false pretense. Hall is accused of illegally gaining access to a Cash App account belonging to a 66 year-old Four Oaks man. After gaining access, Hall reportedly transferred $605 from […]Property · Four Oaks Read Article

Man recalls 'almighty crash' as tree falls onto bungalows

"My wife was only bringing the washing in a few minutes prior to that so god knows what could have happened"Lincolnshire, England · Lincolnshire See the Story

Johnston County Search Warrant Leads To Seizure Of Guns, Drugs And Cash

JOHNSTON COUNTY – On Tuesday, July 1, a narcotics search warrant was executed at a home on Old Barn Way, off NC 231 in northern Johnston County. The search warrant was the result of a joint investigation by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, Wake County Sheriff’s Office, and federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Maxton Omar […]Johnston County · Johnston County Read Article

Dr. David Pearce Sworn In As JCPS Superintendent

SMITHFIELD – Dr. David Pearce was sworn in as Superintendent for Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The ceremony was held at the Evander S. Simpson Building in Smithfield, where Dr. Pearce was joined by his family, colleagues, and community members. Dr. Pearce was sworn in by the Honorable Addie H. […]Smithfield, North Carolina · Smithfield Read Article

Celebrate Independent Retailer Month In Smithfield

Shop Small. Support Local. Strengthen Community. SMITHFIELD – This July, the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation (DSDC) is proud to celebrate Independent Retailer Month, a nationwide campaign dedicated to showcasing the positive impact of locally owned businesses on our economy, culture, and community. From charming boutiques and shops to specialty stores and creative services, Downtown Smithfield is home […]Smithfield, North Carolina · Smithfield Read Article

Clayton Fire Responds To Commercial Alarm At Shotwell Road

CLAYTON – The Clayton Fire Department will return to 853 Shotwell Road on Wednesday morning to continue investigating a commercial fire alarm that prompted a multi-agency response Tuesday evening. The situation remains under control, and there is no threat to the public. Crews responded shortly after 6 p.m. and found light smoke inside the Baystate […]Clayton, North Carolina · Clayton Read Article

Clayton firefighters return to pool supply store after hazmat situation, no threat or injuries

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Firefighters on Wednesday morning returned to the scene of a hazmat situation at a pool supply store on Shotwell Road in Clayton.Clayton, North Carolina · Clayton Read Article

Fire crews at scene of hazmat incident in Johnston County

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Firefighters were working to identify the source of a plume at a facility in Clayton.Clayton, North Carolina · Clayton See the Story