Johnstonian News

09/17/2025

I went on a reconnaissance mission to Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel rebranded, and the internet freaked out. Gwen Frisbie-Fulton made it her mission to find out more.

09/17/2025

Asheville case tests limits of North Carolina slander, libel law

A rare slander lawsuit pits Asheville against ParkMobile, raising questions about whether cities can sue for defamation and testing the boundaries of North Carolina libel law.

09/17/2025

Hoplophobes say the strangest things

A Florida court ruling affirms open carry as legal under the Second Amendment, sparking debate as some residents express more fear of visible fi****ms than concealed ones in public spaces.

09/17/2025

Shoddy statistics will produce bad policy

President Trump’s replacement of the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief raises concerns about the integrity and reliability of crucial economic data used by policymakers, businesses and analysts nationwide.

09/17/2025

Oxford - Help Wanted

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09/16/2025

Bailey - Yard Sale

YARD SALE, Saturday, September 20, 7AM, Sold As Is, 5800 Vanndale Rd, Bailey

09/16/2025

Johnston schools continue to make academic gains

Johnston County schools climbed to 30th in North Carolina’s rankings, with rising test scores, graduation rates, and more schools earning top grades.

09/16/2025

Six Johnston schools post standout gains

Six Johnston County schools posted record academic gains and higher state grades this year, with notable improvements in reading, math and overall performance on state-mandated tests.

09/16/2025

Halloween Costume Swap under way at Clayton library

Clayton’s Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is hosting a flexible, two-month Halloween Costume Swap, inviting families to donate and pick up costumes and accessories through October at its temporary location.

09/16/2025

Band of Oz to play Rockin’ on Raiford fall finale

Band of Oz will headline the Rockin’ on Raiford fall finale in downtown Selma on Sept. 18, with music from 6 to 9 p.m. and a food truck starting at 5:30 p.m.

09/16/2025

Girls Scouts announce new cookie for 2026

Girl Scouts will debut Exploremores, a rocky road-inspired sandwich cookie, in 2026. Proceeds from sales fund local programs and help girls build leadership and business skills.

09/16/2025

Wednesday, September 17, 2025