Who from Johnston County area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Saturday, May 2?
Saturday, May 2 will see these former Johnston County area high school stars in competition.

Saturday, May 2 will see these former Johnston County area high school stars in competition.

Drivers in Johnston County reported a weekly low of $3.45 per gallon for regular gas in the week ending Apr. 25.

The Town of Clayton has donated wastewater pumps and controls to Christmount Christian Assembly in Black Mountain following hurricane recovery efforts. Officials say the upgraded infrastructure will help maintain safe operations at the retreat center.

Clayton has announced that its Downtown Concert Series will return on May 8 with The Blackwater Band performing at Town Square. The free event features live music along with activities for families.

This former Johnston County area high school standout will be active on Wednesday, April 29.

Smithfield recorded $1,120,917 in Medicaid payments for services classified under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies in 2024, a 67.6% rise linked to shifts in service use and reimbursement.

This former Johnston County area high school standout will be active on Tuesday, April 28.

Johnston County Public Schools welcomed 18 new educators during its third annual Early Contract Signing Celebration on April 15. The event recognized future teachers joining North Carolina’s largest county employer as part of ongoing recruitment efforts.

Elementary school athletes took part in this year’s Special Olympics Johnston County Spring Games at Smithfield-Selma High on April 16-17. The event brought together hundreds of participants with intellectual disabilities for competition and celebration of sportsmanship.

The Johnston County Board of Education has recognized five students this April for outstanding character traits such as responsibility, self-discipline, integrity, respect, and compassion. These awards highlight ongoing efforts within Johnston County Schools to foster positive values among its diverse student population.