Johnston Reporter

2 new teachers in Clayton pledge to teach controversial Critical Race Theory in week ending Jan. 15

By Johnston Reporter | Jan 21, 2022

Critical Race Theory will be taught by two more teachers in Clayton, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Johnston Reporter area weekly mass times

By Johnston Reporter | Jan 15, 2022

The following parishes in the Johnston Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

TOWN OF SELMA: Special Trash Pick-Up next Thursday & Friday, January 20 & 21, 2022

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

Special Trash Pick-Up NEXT Thursday & Friday, January 20 & 21, 2022 for contaminated recycling bins.

TOWN OF SMITHFIELD: Special Called Town Council Meeting January 18th at 6:30pm

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

The Smithfield Town Council will conduct a special called meeting on Tuesday, January 18th at 6:30 p.m.

JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Updated COVID-19 Quarantine Guidance

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

Our district is continuing to follow the guidance and recommendations from the Johnston County Public Health Department, the CDC, and the Strong Schools NC Toolkit, and we will now adhere to a 5 day quarantine period for students or staff members who tests positive for COVID-19.

TOWN OF BENSON: Town facilities closed Monday for MLK Day

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

All Town facilities will be closed Monday (1-17-22) as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

TOWN OF CLAYTON: Winter Storm Preparedness Reminder

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

As the potential for a winter storm this weekend increases, there are a few things we want you to know.

FOUR OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: ACCESS Testing for English Language Learners

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

North Carolina schools are required to administer ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 to all students identified as English Learners (ELs) in the spring of each year to determine their progress in learning English.

SELMA PARKS AND RECREATION: Daddy/Daughter Dance

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

Join us for a night of fun for Dads & Daughters!

PRINCETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Volunteer Availability

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

Interested in volunteering at PES? We can always use volunteers to help in a variety of ways!

TOWN OF PRINCETON: Winter Storm Preparedness and Safety Tips

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

With the possibility of winter weather this upcoming weekend comes the potential threats and dangers associated with colder weather.

COUNTY OF JOHNSTON: COVID-19 Testing Site at Smithfield Men's Progressive Club Closed On January 16

By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2022

Due to the forecasted winter storm this weekend, the COVID-19 testing site at the Smithfield Men's Progressive Club will be closed on Sunday, January 16.