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Winter storm brings mix of snow, ice

A wintry mix of snow and ice sent cars into ditches and snow-struck Southerners onto sleds. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:44 AM | Full story

Neville named Citizen of Year

Davidson Neville was a bit surprised when his children showed up for the Smithfield-Selma Chamber of Commerce banquet last week. After all, he almost skipped the event to stay home with them. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:44 AM | Full story

Auditor cautions hospital

In fiscal 2009, the county's hospital system lost money as it faced falling revenue and rising expenses. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:24 AM | Full story

Enrollment climbs again

A tough job market continues to swell the student ranks of Johnston Community College. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:44 AM | Full story

Senior hopes to save lives

Alyssa Heider had a knack for getting her shy classmates to open up. In middle school, she once threw a dance party as a class project. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:44 AM | Full story

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New college teams continue to grow

Wake tect vs. Johnston Tect Basketball Two teams on the way up, but in differing fashions, locked horns last Wednesday night in Southeastern Baptist Seminary's Cannon Gymnasium. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 11:15 AM | Full story
Trojans get off the coaster ride
Oh, about that Super Bowl
Spartans surprise West grapplers
Tough losses continue for South boys
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Community Notes

Singing Valentines Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:39 AM | Full story
Faith Notes
Arts Notes
People Notes
Parks & Rec Feb. 1

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Theater has new owner

The Howell Theatre, a Smithfield institution, has changed hands. Its owners, new and old, say the cinema is still a profitable business and an anchor for downtown. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:24 AM | Full story
Benson presents awards
Real Estate
Business Notes
Hospital Calendar

Education More Stories

Senior hopes to save lives

Alyssa Heider had a knack for getting her shy classmates to open up. In middle school, she once threw a dance party as a class project. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:44 AM | Full story
Hospital Calendar
School Notes
Trucking company is family affair
College gets boost from Novo Nordisk

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Hospital could use some cash

In hindsight, perhaps Johnston Health should have held off on building an outpatient hospital in Clayton and a bed tower in Smithfield. But the buildings are there, and so is their $144 million debt. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 9:24 AM | Full story
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This Week in Johnston History
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  • Theater has new owner
    The Howell Theatre, a Smithfield institution, has changed hands. Its owners, new and old, say the cinema is still a profitable business and an anchor for downtown. | Full story
  • Benson presents awards
    Fifteen Benson-area residents -- and one industry -- picked up awards last Thursday during the annual banquet of the Benson Area Chamber of Commerce. | Full story

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