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Schools name new principals

The Johnston County Board of Education on Tuesday named new principals for six schools. Updated: Jul. 1, 2009 7:23 PM | Full story

Rockin' for hope

A dozen people in rocking chairs stood out amid the hustle and bustle of doctors, nurses and patients at Johnston Medical Mall. Updated: Jul. 1, 2009 7:53 AM | Full story

JCA parents explore options

Ashley Edwards was ready for the pomp and circumstance of her senior year of high school. Then word came that Johnston Christian Academy would close its doors. Updated: Jun. 29, 2009 6:36 PM | Full story

'There's no good solution'

Robert Jackson was surprised and angered to learn that the bridge linking his used-car lot to downtown might close. Updated: Jul. 1, 2009 7:46 AM | Full story

County OKs budget

After weeks of wrangling, five of the seven County Commissioners said yes last week to a spending plan for the fiscal year that began today (Wednesday). Updated: Jun. 29, 2009 6:24 PM | Full story

Sports More Stories

Dutch on 'cloud 10' after U.S. Championships

Johnny Dutch finishes second in the 400-meter hurdles, qualifies for World Track and Field Championships in Berlin. Updated: Jun. 30, 2009 4:15 PM | Full story
Five Mudcats going to league All-Star Game
SSS's Dixon headed to Hargrave Academy
Post 71 overpowered by Cary, 16-10
Benson finishes on a positive note
Also in this section: D. Clay Best Sports Blog and Area Recreation.

Out & About More Stories

Community Matters: June 17 - 24

Updated: Jun. 17, 2009 12:44 AM | Full story
Church Bulletin: June 17 - 24
Seeing & Doing: June 17 - 24
Seeing & Doing: June 3 - 10
Church Bulletin: June 3 - 10

Business More Stories

JCC offers 'biowork' program

Updated: Jun. 3, 2009 1:04 PM | Full story
TV station to debut this summer
Oven maker moving to Johnston County
Furniture arrives in Smithfield
3 TV stations make digital switch

Education More Stories

Schools name new principals

The Johnston County Board of Education on Tuesday named new principals for six schools. Updated: Jul. 1, 2009 7:23 PM | Full story
GED program helps unemployed
Opening of high schools may be delayed
JCC offers 'biowork' program
2 schools start July 29

Opinion More Stories

In downturn, discounts draw crowds

I’m sitting in Five County Stadium, and I’m wondering why more people don’t come to watch the Carolina Mudcats, the Double A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds. Updated: Jun. 17, 2009 12:42 AM | Full story
Downtowns face building challenges
What are our transportation priorities?
Connet right on separation allowance
Fight against cancer merits our dollars
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  • Benson bid comes up short
    Having lost out to Statesville and Kinston in its bid for All-America City status, Benson is gearing up to apply for the honor again next year. | Full story

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