Victim’s identity still unknown: Medical examiners investigating skeletal remainsFree Access
Authorities say skeletal remains found in the woods near Elm City in October are those of a woman. But it could take some time before the woman is positively identified through DNA. The state medical examiner’s office determined the remains belong to a Caucasian woman between 20-25 years old with...
Seeds of Hope needs help filling food closet
Seeds of Hope’s cupboard is bare, and the organization is calling on community members to help restock its “Neighborly Food Closet.” The nonprofit is in desperate need for nonperishable food items and hygiene products. “All we need is a little help,” said Seeds of Hope Executive Director Jim Howard. “The...
Cold weather means polar run
Selma’s seventh annual Polar Bear Run on Jan. 14 gave runners and walkers a chance to support animal welfare while keeping their New Year’s resolutions. This year’s event showcased Bailey’s Human Rescue, a nonprofit working to reduce the overpopulation and euthanization of cats and dogs. The rescue accepted donations for...
Want to read an ebook? Johnston libraries have an app for that
SMITHFIELD — Libby is an app that allows library patrons to borrow and read ebooks, audiobooks and the like. The Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield embraced Libby in October 2021 for its ease of use. “Libby is a much simpler platform to use,” said Johnnie Pippin, the library’s...
Applications accepted for Herter-O’Neal Scholarship
LOUISBURG — Applications for the Herter-O'Neal $1,000-scholarship will be accepted through March 3, a news release says. The scholarship is offered through the N.C. Cooperative Extension Administrative Professionals Association. The scholarship is available to North Carolina residents pursuing a college degree — associate and/or bachelor's — in business or a...
Zebulon holds information session on planned fire station
ZEBULON — The town of Zebulon is holding a public information session Jan. 26 about a planned new fire and EMS station project on Judd Street. The session is 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall. ADW Architects, which is handling the project — a partnership with Wake County —...
Rep. Chesser asks ATF to reconsider new gun rule
State Rep. Allen Chesser says a rule that will require a federal firearms license to own guns equipped with stabilizing braces undermines the Second Amendment. Chesser, R-Nash, sent a Tuesday letter to Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Director Steven Dettelbach that asks regulators to reconsider ATF final rule...
Spring Hope seeks applicants for downtown board
SPRING HOPE — Town commissioners are seeking volunteers to fill a vacancy on the Spring Hope Downtown Development Board. The board consists of town residents who advise the Board of Commissioners on downtown growth initiatives. An application for prospective board members can be found on the town website at the...
Michael Jackson tribute band will have you singing and dancing in your seat
Did you idolize the Jackson 5, fall in love to “Human Nature” or learn to moonwalk to “Billie Jean”? If you are a Jackson 5 or Michael Jackson fan, you might want to check out the Jan. 13 show “Who’s Bad, the Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience” at the Boykin Center....
Gallery show at Wilson Arts features Rockstars & Flowers
Sebastian Correa’s “Rockstars & Flowers” gallery show will grace the walls of the Wilson Arts Center’s Truist Event Gallery starting with a free opening reception Jan. 12. Rockstars & Flowers began with Sebastian Correa in New York City in 2004 with the simple thought that any space is cooler with...
Applications accepted for Herter-O’Neal Scholarship
LOUISBURG — Applications for the Herter-O'Neal $1,000-scholarship will be accepted through March 3, a news release says. The scholarship is offered through the N.C. Cooperative Extension Administrative Professionals Association. The scholarship is available to North Carolina residents pursuing a college degree — associate and/or bachelor's — in business or a...
