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Bringing balance to the news cycle Bad news is easy to find these days. I have to brush it away from my Facebook feed, scroll past it as I check Twitter and continue to ignore national network and cable news stations as I look for the Orioles’ game on TV. The journalist in me craves information, so I keep myself up to date on the important things going on in Raleigh, Washington and elsewhere in the world.

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We’re not the only ones spreading good news in Johnston County By Randy Capps

SELMA — A little known fact about me is, back when I was thinner and had a head full of hair, I used to work in television. The last time I appeared on camera was in the summer of 1999 in Shelby at Cleveland Headline News. So I guess you can say I went about 18 years in between close-ups. Shanna and I were guests on “Proverbs 31: A Spiritual View of Johnston County,” hosted by Evelyn Goodine on WARZ TV, last month. The program, which airs each Sunday at 6:30 p.m., is very much in line with our mission here at Johnston Now — telling good stories and helping people along the way. “(We want) to let the Christian community know what’s available to them,” she said. “To help people in our community that are doing good things. It gives viewers the opportunity to see what’s going on in the community.” WARZ, owned and operated by Gerald Waters, is available over the air on channel 34 and on Spectrum and Charter cable systems. It’s a small station, but one with a wide reach. The coverage area reaches parts of Raleigh, Wilson and Goldsboro and boasts a potential viewership of more than a million people. The station is focused on Christian and community programming, which makes Goodine’s show a natural fit. “It provides a variety of different programs,” said her husband, David. “You’re pretty free to do as your religious convictions lead you to do, which provides a large opportunity for a diversity of people to find whatever they need.” While we were taping, he was sitting in the back of the studio. He didn’t carry out his threat of making faces at us while we were answering his wife’s questions, which we very much appreciated. As it turns out, David was the one that got Evelyn in front of the camera in the first place. “I tried to stay off the camera,” she said. “But because of him, I’m there.” Rev. Goodine has another show on WARZ, “Victory Ministries,” which airs on Mondays at 7. She started the show about five years ago, and she uses a bit of training from her earlier business life to help keep her guests relaxed — or at least as relaxed as one can be under hot studio lights with three cameras pointed at you. “I worked with the telephone company a long time ago, and they taught you to smile with your voice,” she said. She does just that during our interview on “Proverbs 31: A Spiritual View of Johnston County,” lobbing questions at Shanna and me in a way that makes them easy to answer. The show’s title comes from a part of the Bible that

explains the worth of a good wife to her husband and to the community. “You see that name pop up, if you’re a Christian, you know what that name means,” Evelyn said. When you chat with her off camera, you find out that she takes those verses to heart in other facets of her life as well. She serves as a vice president with the North Carolina Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows, an organization that promotes, among other things, fellowship, Christian studies and support for pastors and ministers. “It adds to the quality of what she brings to people,”

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Evelyn on the set of “Proverbs 31: A Spiritual View of Johnston County.” Submitted photo

David said. “She gets to meet all kind of people in all kinds of situations — their life challenges and life celebrations.” That’s the same sort of variety she brings to her show. “I don’t try to look for Christian people,” she said. “I just try to look for people doing good in the community and I highlight that.” Former North Carolina Poet Laureate Shelby Stephenson is a frequent guest, and Evelyn lights up when recalling his appearances. One in particular stayed with her. “He brought [“Family Matters: Homage to July, The Slave Girl”] and gave me an autographed copy of it,” she said. “I cherish it. … All of my friends that watch the show told me it was one of my best. When you sit in his presence, it’s like walking down memory lane.” Of course, not all interviews go quite so smoothly. “Some people come in with confidence off the chain,” she said. “Just up there at a 10. But when

they sit down in front of that camera, they forget everything. Then, I’ll just start talking. That’s why I’m here. “We’re not 60 Minutes. We’re not ABC. We’re having a conversation. Two people having a conversation about your particular organization.” Shanna and I did that, remembering to look at the camera (and not at Evelyn) when giving our answers. There were even small monitors on the floor, counting down the last five minutes of the show to keep us within the show’s format. In the show’s final moments, Evelyn delivered a shout out to a person she met the week before. She does that often, calling it a chance to welcome a new viewer to the show. Having watched the show, I can say that it went pretty well. Shanna was poised and informative and I didn’t say anything to hurt the company. It does serve as a reminder of why I gave up the video camera for the pen, and of how much more I enjoy being the interviewer, rather than the interviewee.

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Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools WENDELL — Corinth Holders High senior Tate Proctor was named the recipient of the Sam Narron Baseball Award. The Sam Narron Baseball Award recognizes a Johnston County High School senior baseball player who demonstrates a love for the game through determination, dedication and sacrifice. Proctor is the 22nd recipient of the award. The award’s namesake played and coached for the St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates. He was part of two World Series championship teams in a career that spanned from 1936 to 1964. Rooster Narron, Sam’s son, presented the award to Proctor at a special ceremony in the Johnston County Board of Education room on May 1. Proctor was recognized for his hard work, perseverance, dedication and passion for the game. He was also commended for being a pillar of strength for his family to lean on during exceptionally difficult circumstances over the past year. In addition to the award, Proctor received a $500 scholarship, which was given by the Narron Family. Proctor, the son of Brad and Kim Proctor, plans to attend Barton College in the fall.

Johnston County Public Schools named Jill McKenna as the Johnston County Association of Educational Office Professionals (JCAEOP) Administrator of the Year. SMITHFIELD — Johnston County Public Schools recognized Jill McKenna as the Johnston County Association of Educational Office Professionals (JCAEOP) Administrator of the Year for her teamwork and dedication to the school system. McKenna, Director of Exceptional Children Programs (ECP), was recognized for her great leadership over the EC Department. Many of McKenna’s colleagues say they came to work for Johnston County Public Schools simply for the opportunity to work under her supervision. McKenna was described as the “sunshine of the EC Department” and is known for her positive disposition and for always having an open door for her staff. As the Director of ECP, McKenna takes the time to get to know the situation and needs of each of the county’s more than 5,000 EC students. She is known for always being fair, honest, and keeping the students’ best interests at heart.

Corinth Holders High senior Tate Proctor accepts the 2017 Sam Narron Baseball Award. Pictured are: Left to right, Rooster Narron, Brad Proctor, Tate Proctor, Johnston County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ross Renfrow and Johnston County Board of Education Chairman Michael C. Wooten.

Young people get a taste of the ‘real world’ at youth summit Submitted by Johnston County Industries SELMA — The Real World Youth Summit was held on May 4 at Temple Baptist Church. This one-day simulation of the “real world” addressed education and employment decisions young people make in combination with lifestyle choices (such as housing, transportation and leisure). Participants were given a job based on an employment-educational assessment, and the occupation information included the salary of the job they were given. Some had benefits as well. Several local agencies, including Johnston County Industries, Department of Social Services, Adolescent Parenting Program, Johnston County Mental Health and Johnston County Youth Services, organized this event to teach life skills to young people (ages 16-21). They were challenged to take their salary and develop a budget based on everyday needs and situational crises, like medical emergencies and accidents. This event helped them re-evaluate occupational choices based on lifestyle preference. For some, this meant finishing high school. For others, this event may have prompted them to further their education at a community college or university. Independent Living Resources, Inc., (ILR) is a nationally recognized company focused on helping young people transition to adulthood. The Real World Youth Summit is one such project.

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OUR NEIGHBORS Bus Driver of the Year focuses on student relationships Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools SMITHFIELD — Robert Henningham was recognized recently by Johnston County Public Schools Transportation Services as its Bus Driver of the Year. Henningham serves at West Smithfield Elementary and Smithfield-Selma High and is described by his colleagues as a great asset for both the school system and the students in his care. He is known for taking the time to build relationships with each of his students and their families, and treating every student like they are his own child. This was on display over the past school year, as Henningham worked with parents and students to ensure that they stayed informed of changing bus routes and times. He is also an outstanding team player who is willing to help out wherever he is needed. He’s described as a reliable, dependable, and professional person to work with daily.

Johnston County Public Schools named Robert Henningham as the Bus Driver of the Year on May 19. Those photographed (from left) are Area Bus Coordinator Robin Peedin, West Smithfield Elementary Assistant Principal Tamara Barbour, West Smithfield Principal Lorrie Johnson, JCPS Bus Driver of the Year Robert Henningham, Director of Transportation and Growth Services Sherrie Turnage and Executive Director of Transportation and Growth Services Michael Taylor.

JCPS students learn about patriotism with personal American flag Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools More than 2,500 first-grade students in Johnston County received a lesson on patriotism after receiving their own American flag the day before the Memorial Day weekend. According to JCPS Superintendent Dr. Ross Renfrow, Johnston County Public Schools is proud to honor veterans in word and deed in observance of Memorial Day. “It is our duty and privilege to honor the memory of those who have lost their lives in service to our country,” he said. Teachers in all 23 elementary schools passed out flags to 2,585 first graders, and some schools were visited by special guests. Chuck Methot, a veteran and a member of the Forty & Eight veterans organization (fortyandeight.org), helped pass out flags at Powhatan Elementary School in Christie Thompson’s class along with Principal Dan Kerwin. Methot shared his knowledge of the flag and helped students answer questions. After his presentation, a student asked Methot, “How are you so smart?” Methot replied, “I served in the military for 31 years.” The Forty & Eight, a group with a long history of partnering with the district, plans to help JCPS continue this endeavor. During the 2017-2018 school year, members of the organization will visit first-grade classrooms Powhatan Elementary first grade students stand with their new flags. On throughout the county, the front row (from left) are Alayna Murph, Rylan Whitley, Xavier Wheeler, present individual American Powhatan Elementary and Mason Pennington. On the second row are Anala Temple, Jordan first grade student Jaelyn Richardson, Drew Cortez, Reid McCallister, Hannah Hamilton, Jada Cooke, flags to each student and Tomlinson excitedly waved and Kellan Caldwell. On the third row are Carter Holder, Chance Washington, teach a brief lesson on the her American Flag after John Shrader, Bishop Barr, Summer Lee, Jaelyn Tomlinson and Skylar flag as a part of the National receiving it in honor of Maungyoo. On the fourth row are teacher Christie Thompson, Veteran Chuck Flags for First Graders Memorial Day. Methot and Principal Dan Kerwin. Program.

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Young author dazzles at area book signing There she sat, a petite, 10-year-old with long, beautiful chestnut brown hair

and brown eyes sparkling as she watched enthusiastic customers coming to her first book signing at The Cup & Kettle shop in Garner. After she put the butterflies in her stomach in formation, she read the first chapter of her book to the attentive audience. Her innocent, bashful smile lured everyone to the book display table. They lined up, passing the tempting chocolate cupcakes and oatmeal cookies to purchase her fascinating story book entitled “Ursa and the Journey to the Stars.” This young, talented writer is Kyleigh Williamson, who prefers to use the pen name of K.S. Williamson on her books. Kyleigh’s desire to write is a serious undertaking as she is improving her craft by studying under a tutor and reading her favorite books by J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series. She knows that to be a good writer you must also have a passion for reading. Kyleigh also loves science, the stars, the moon and the constellations. That was her inspiration for writing this 72-page story with 16 chapters, and 10 different characters that propel the story along through action packed pages of fun, adventures, conflict and emotion. A reader can almost feel themselves being transported into the scenes. Even at a young age, Kyleigh encourages her friends, and even adults who are wanna-be authors doubtful about their skills, to start writing. “You may think you are not good enough, but others may really like your story or poem. If I can do it, so can you,” she said. In the words of Maya Angelou, “There is no greater agony, than bearing an untold story inside you.” Kyleigh’s parents ensure balance in her life. “There’s a time for learning and studying, a time for fun, a time for writing and a time to enjoy family,” her father, Bryan, said. Her favorite pastimes are playing Minecraft, watching an occasional movie, spending time with friends and starting the sequel to her first book. She is already a health enthusiast who reads labels on cans, bottles and boxes for excess calories, sugar and ingredients a college professor couldn’t pronounce. On the academic side, this young author won a gold medal at the Science Olympiad Event and a trophy for the best student in a writing contest. When she can squeak out a few free minutes her

musical self tickles the ivories on her digital piano. Kyleigh’s artistic talent includes pencil art. She challenges herself to copy an existing picture or scene and draw it with her colored pencils. Mindful of all her blessings and abundant God-given gifts, Kyleigh emptied her piggy bank and bought things for the sick children at Duke Hospital and delivered them on Christmas day. She lives in Raleigh with her parents, Bryan and Rebecca, her 6-year-old brother Matthew and ‘Birch,’ a black and white cat.

If you would like an armchair journey to outer space, you can purchase Williamson’s book at The Cup & Kettle on Highway 42 West in the Peddler’s Village. Otherwise, you can find it on Amazon.com. Dot La Motta can be reached at justadotintime@yahoo.com.

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An easier way to keep track of your daily doses of medicine By Randy Capps FOUR OAKS — For the last 50 years or so, when someone had a prescription filled at the local pharmacy, it came in an amber-colored bottle. In recent years the weekly pill organizer has come into fashion. And while it’s handy to break the dosages into the different days of the week, there are still too many cases when medication is forgotten. At Realo Discount Drug locations in Johnston County (Four Oaks, Smithfield and Clayton), there’s a new way to get organized when it comes to taking your medicine. Compliance packaging is the official term, and what it means is that for every part of every day in the month (customizable to 28, 30 or 32 days), there are four compartments — for breakfast, lunch, dinner and bedtime. Each set of pills rests in its own plastic bubble, and folks can just pop out the medication for that part of the day and not have to worry about trying to remember whether or not they took the lunch dose from two days ago. “The one thing we’ve never really been able to control is, once it leaves here and it’s in their hands, how do we monitor that,” Carl Edwards, a pharmacist at Realo’s Four Oaks location, said. “You get home and you’ve got all these little bottles and you’re thinking, ‘did I take that one? Did I take the other one?’ … You’re not going to know if you took one or two pills when there are 120 in a bottle.” Physicians like it, because it makes it easier to see if patients are following the dosage properly, and the people running Medicare like it because studies show that it boosts compliance (people properly taking medicine) by up to 30 percent. It’s a system not unlike that used in birth control pills or transplant medication. “Birth control has always been that way,” Edwards said. “They want to make sure people are (taking it). People understand the risk of missing a birth control pill, but they don’t always put that relation to missing their blood pressure medication.” It takes a little extra time for the pharmacy staff to prepare, but it’s the sort of personal touch that’s worth it to Edwards. “You aren’t going to find this at the big chains right now, because it’s one of those things that just takes time,” he said. “We want to make sure that, not only are they getting their medicine, but they’re taking it.” There’s no charge for the service, and it’s already helping customers in the Four Oaks location. For more information on the program, see the ad on the next page.

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“I had a lady who came in for the first time and she said, ‘I can’t believe y’all did this for me,’” Edwards said. “And I’m like, ‘I can’t believe we haven’t done it for you in the past.’” And for Edwards, who remembers his mother sorting out weekly doses of medication for his

grandparents, it means less stress on caregivers as well. “For them to be able to come in and pick this up and it’s already done, they can then spend more quality time talking with them and enjoying that part of it,” he said.

JCC honors Paul Jump as Distinguished Citizen Submitted by Johnston Community College SMITHFIELD — Johnston Community College honored longtime truck driver training director Paul Jump as its 2017 Distinguished Citizen recently. His career in truck driving began 50 years ago when he was hired as driver for the United States Parcel Service (UPS). In 1989, Jump joined the N.C. Truck Driver Training School at JCC as lead instructor and then became program director in 2003. Jump was honored at an Evening for Education Distinguished Citizen Gala dinner hosted by the JCC Foundation in the Public Safety Building. The program included well wishes and testimonials from colleagues and trucking industry friends Lance Collette, chairman of the N.C. Trucking Association Board of Directors, Trooper C.R. “Randy” Bridges, Carolyn Tharrington of Smithfield, representing the Kennedy Home, and Rick Cates, vice president of Marsh Risk Consulting. He was also presented the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the state’s highest civilian honor for persons who have made significant contributions

to their state and their communities through their exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments. Jump said he was grateful for the honor and the opportunity to spend his career at JCC. “I have enjoyed every minute of my career in trucking and with the N.C. Truck Driver Training School at JCC,” he said. “I have had the pleasure of working with an outstanding group of administrators and trucking instructors who have always supported our program and the training that we provide students.” Jump said seeing students graduate as licensed truck drivers has been the most rewarding part of his job. “Most students come to us wanting to be a truck driver, but they don’t really know what it takes to be a truck driver until they get here,” he said. “It’s good to see where they’ve come from the first day of driving to the last. That’s really the most satisfying part of this career.” Jump officially retired from JCC on June 30. He and his wife, Ruby, live in Smithfield. They have two sons, three daughters, and 12 grandchildren.

Paul Jump, director of the N.C. Truck Driver Training School, was presented the Order of the Long Leaf Pine during his Distinguished Citizen gala May 18.

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CLAYTON — A visitor’s senses are on overload right after opening the front door of Pauper’s Books and More in Clayton Corners. Sure, there are books. Lots of books. But there are also Pop Vinyl figures, a robust selection of records, comic books and enough humor and pop culture pieces adorning the walls to make a walk through the store a treat in itself. Pieces of pop art featuring Jack Kerouac and Kurt Vonnegut stare back from one of the walls, and nearly every available inch of bookshelf is covered by a clever card, drawing or quote. If one looks hard enough, he can find a particularly clever one for donkey cloning. It turns out that the selection and décor are a reflection of the owner, Patrick Kelly. “I see it, in a way, as an expression of my personality,” he said. “That’s good and bad, I guess, because if you don’t like me, you’re not going to like my store. For the most part, people seem to like it. I try to be quirky and inviting, not snobby or hipster.” Hipsters don’t generally provide good customer service, Kelly added, and connecting with his customers is a central part of the store’s success. “It’s complicated and not complicated,” he said. “I love books. I’ve always loved books. And I like dealing with people. Even though its a cliché, it’s true for me. It makes me content to have things in here people want.” Pauper’s Books and More is in its ninth year, having vacated what is now Froyo 101 in the same shopping center a few years ago, to move to its current spot a few doors down. It started small, with Patrick and his wife, Mandy, sharing the workload. “In the beginning, she helped a lot,” Patrick said of his wife. “I worked during the day, and she’s a professor over at Wake Tech, and she worked nights for like a year. We were ships passing in the night. We had some stressful moments, but we enjoyed those early times.”

It’s still a family affair at the store, with his mother helping out behind the register. On a cloudy spring day, Patrick wore a blue shirt with “Books are Fly” on the front. One doesn’t need that clue to figure out that he likes books. “Early in high school, I found Shakespeare,” he said. “Instead of seeing the weird words and weird phrases, I saw evil people and death and all this crazy drama. It was like a soap opera, really. And it sort of lit my imagination. “I fell in love with the words, and the way the books feel. I really love old books of a certain size that have a certain kind of dust jacket. It’s very tactile to me.” Thus, the idea behind Pauper’s Books and More was born. Sort of. “I honestly don’t remember coming up with the name,” he said. “I’ve always wanted to own a bookstore and run a store. … When I first started, I wanted to do new and used and it was going to be called The Prince and the Pauper, after Mark Twain. The Prince side is the new stuff, and the used side was the Pauper. “I tried to get a loan for that idea, and that was in 2009 when the economy was bad. I got a loan for, like, 20,000 bucks.” So, the pressure of market forces pushed the venture more to the Pauper’s side. “I’m glad it worked out that way,” he said. “It’s kind of hard to compete with Amazon with new stuff. That original idea would have been neat, but maybe short-lived.” Patrick brings his love for books, and the people who read them, to work with him every day.

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“I like to put things in my store, just to make it a little more interesting,” he said. “If you sort of have a bland passion for books and a bland passion for business, it’s going to be more difficult. But I like all sort of things and all sorts of books. I’m not a book snob or anything like that, and I think that helps.” There’s no aloofness inside the shop, only shelf after shelf of goodies to explore. “I try to think outside of the box, just to get the people to have fun,” he said. “It doesn’t have to be this morgue-like experience when you come in to the solemn book store. I want people to smile. I want people to not whisper.” That’s good news, because some people have trouble hiding their excitement when they see the comic book selection. He didn’t start out selling them, but as time went on, they became part of the store’s “and More.” “I started buying them from people, and I didn’t have a place for them,” he said. “I ended up buying, like, 20,000 and they were just in the back in big, long boxes.” So, he and a friend built the display area in the store where they now reside. And they’re right at home a few feet away from books on the fall of Rome or Bill Clinton’s biography. Kerouac could have been talking about the shop when he wrote, “Live, travel, adventure, bless and don’t be sorry.” Just be sure to grab a book first. Want to learn more? Pauper’s Books and More is located at 11731 U.S. 70 Business West in Clayton, and the phone number is 919-550-2777. Find them on Facebook at facebook.com/paupersbooksandmore.

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Visitors Bureau partners with Bentonville Battlefield to expand driving tours Submitted by Johnston County Visitors Bureau

SMITHFIELD — For several years, the Bentonville Battlefield state historic site has offered the OnCell Audio Tour as part of the Driving Tour through the largest Civil War Battlefield in North Carolina. The driving tour includes 11 pull-offs developed to expand the experience for visitors to the Bentonville Community. Now, the Johnston County Visitors Bureau has partnered with the historic site to bring that same experience to eight other Civil War sites along the Carolina Campaign Civil War Trail. Mark Bradley, author of “The Battle of Bentonville: Last Stand In The Carolinas,” researched and narrated the additional On-Cell stops that include markers at Howell Woods in Four Oaks, sites in Smithfield like the Johnston County Courthouse and Historic Hastings House, Selma’s Mitchener Station and on to Clayton’s Downtown. “I enjoyed writing and narrating those spots. Between those historical markers and the ones at Bentonville, we now have the Johnston County phase of the Carolinas Campaign pretty well covered,” Bradley said. There is much more to the county’s Civil War history that visitors will discover, and with Bradley’s touch of storytelling and personal accounts from soldier’s diaries, it brings to the forefront what happened in and around Johnston County towns in 1865.

Here’s a summary of the new on-cell stops: Hannah’s Creek Bridge — Confederates held this position the evening of March 21 as most of Johnston’s army left the Bentonville area bound for Smithfield. Union soldiers were on their heels. Skirmishing here hastened the Southern retreat.

Bentonville staff work to attach a new On-Cell sign to an exisiting historical information marker at the Smithfield Courthouse in the downtown area.

Confederate Line of March — This is the main road used March 19 by Johnston as he deployed his Confederate army south from Smithfield before the Battle of Bentonville. Part of Johnston’s army used this “wretched road” on its retreat from the battlefield three days later. Union Line of March — Elements of the Union X Corps marched by this spot after leaving Goldsboro April 10 heading northwest toward Raleigh. Hastings House — This 1854 home served as headquarters for Confederate generals Joseph E. Johnston and Braxton Bragg mid-March 1865. From here, Johnston ordered the concentration of forces and the attack March 19 at Bentonville. Johnston returned after the battle, resting his battered army. Occupation of Smithfield — Confederates withdrew from Smithfield on April 11, and the town soon was occupied by Union infantry. Sherman established his headquarters at the courthouse, announcing Lee’s surrender from its steps. Mitchener Station — The last reviews of Johnston’s Confederate army occurred here April 4 and 7. The troops were urged to “fight till Hell freezes over” by North Carolina Gov. Zebulon B. Vance. A week later, the army pulled out toward Raleigh. “Flag of Truce” — Two former North Carolina governors, William A Graham and David Swain, traveled here from Raleigh April 12, 1865, with a letter from Gov. Zebulon Vance requesting a meeting to discuss peace terms. Sherman, headquartered here, received the letter and agreed to safeguard the state capital, which Johnston was then in the process of evacuating.

One of the new On-Cell tour signs sits outside the Hastings House in Downtown Smithfield.

Bentonville Battleground is part of the Historic Sites Section, Division of Archives and History, Department of Cultural Resources and is located 17 miles south of Four Oaks in Johnston County off of US 701 and then three miles east on SR 1008 (marked exits are located on I-95 at exit 90 and I-40 at exit 343). For more information, please contact (910) 594-0789 or bentonville@ncmail.net.

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Benson honored as 2017 Playful City USA community Submitted by the Town of Benson

BENSON — National non-profit KaBOOM! is honoring Benson with a 2017 Playful City USA designation for the fourth time. Playful City USA honors cities and towns across the country for putting the needs of families first so kids can learn, grow and develop important life skills. These communities are transforming ordinary places into playful spaces and using play as a solution to the challenges facing their residents. The 2017 Playful City USA recognition includes 258 communities from Richmond, Va., to Richmond, Calif., that make it as easy as possible for kids to play. In total, these communities feature more than 14,000 safe and engaging playspaces that serve more than 4 million kids. “The health and well-being of Benson starts with our children and families. An investment in our children is an investment in our future and play is an important part of fostering creativity and learning. I am proud that in Benson we put a priority on children and that it is being recognized with our fourth year of being designated as a ‘Playful City,’” Benson Mayor William Massengill said. To see the full list of Playful City USA communities and to learn more about making play the easy choice for kids, visit kaboom.org/playfulcityusa.

USDA summer meals program in Johnston County Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools

SMITHFIELD — Johnston County Public Schools Nutrition Services will be offering free meals during the summer months to children under 18 through USDA Food and Nutrition Services. Schools in Johnston County serving free summer meals include Cooper Elementary, Four Oaks Elementary and Selma Elementary. All three locations will serve meals Monday-Thursday through August 10, with breakfast being served at 8 a.m. and lunch being served at 11:30 a.m. Parents and students can find the location closest to them by visting www.fns.usda.gov/summerfoodrocks or by texting ‘Food’ to 877-877.

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JCPS deputy superintendent receives national award Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools SMITHFIELD — Johnston County Public Schools Deputy Superintendent Dr. Eddie Price received the 2017 Excellence in Educational Leadership from the University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA) at the May Johnston County Board of Education meeting. Dr. Lance Fusarelli, a professor in N.C. State College of Education, presented the award to Dr. Price. Dr. Price was surprised by his family, who were present to witness him receiving the honor. “I was honored and humbled to receive this award,” he said. “I am thankful for N.C. State and Johnston County Public Schools for their support and the opportunity to shape education in Johnston County.”

JCPS Deputy Superintendent Dr. Eddie Price (right) is joined by his wife and children, Kathy, Charley, Eli, and Bailey, after receiving the 2017 Excellence in Educational Leadership from the University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA) at the Johnston County Board of Education meeting on May 9.

The UCEA established the award to provide national recognition to practicing school administrators who make significant contributions to the improvement and support of school administrator preparation programs.

Clayton chamber names Outstanding Business of the Month Clayton Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dana Wooten poses with the owner of Quintessential Wellness, Dr. Amanda Keates, in a recent photo. Quintessential Wellness was the chamber’s Outstanding Business of the Month for June.

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GARNER — When Impact Family Chiropractic opened in the spring, it was the culmination of a long journey for its owner, Dr. Danielle Vann. It started when she was 12, watching her brothers struggle with their health as newborns. “When I was younger, I had triplet brothers and they were all diagnosed with Failure to Thrive (a disorder where newborns struggle to gain enough weight),” she said. “They were not doing well, and the doctors said they probably weren’t going to survive. One of them did pass away later on, but they got adjusted and they received chiropractic care in the hospital. I was 12 when that happened, and to see that, that was amazing. “And I was like, ‘if a chiropractor can come in and do something like that, as simple as an adjustment, and remove

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West Johnston High names new head football coach Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools

Senseney, who graduated from East Carolina University, began his coaching career in Fayetteville at Terry Sanford High coaching the defensive line. He says his initial focus as head coach will be installing an offense and defense, as well as boosting summer workout attendance. “I am excited about the opportunity to coach at West Johnston and to be part of the community,” he said. “I love teaching in Johnston County and being able to stay in the county as a head coach is a blessing.”

BENSON — West Johnston High named Robert Senseney as the new head football coach as the program moves to Class 3A. Senseney compiled a 106-51 record as head coach at Burns High School in Lawndale, and is a three-time state champion, most recently as head coach at Gretna (Va.) High School. Senseney was also named the 2013 Greater Neuse River Coach of the Year. “Our football committee conducted a very thorough search, and all agreed that we found the right coach in Robert Senseney,” Principal Dr. Paula Coates said.

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Angels on a Mission Food Pantry Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, 9856 Hwy 210, Four Oaks This organization helps feed families in need in Johnston County. It is also in need of volunteers. For more information, contact John Jernigan at 919-320-7387. Cleveland School Rotary Club Cleveland Draft House, Garner Cleveland School Rotary Club meets weekly and serves the citizens of the 40/42 area of Johnston County and Garner.

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Paint With Us Harrison Center, West Noble Street, Selma Every Tuesday in July, the Johnston County Arts Council will be offering free art studio time at the Harrison Center in Selma for all ages. This is a chance to come and draw or paint with other artists. Bring whatever project you’re working on and you can get advice on it or just show what you’re doing or share a new technique you have learned. For more information, email info@jcartscouncil.org or call 919-738-9622.

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First and third Tuesdays, Noon

Bible Study The Cup & Kettle, 5533 N.C. Hwy 42 West, Garner All are welcome, just bring yourself and your Bible (no particular translation, bring what you are most comfortable with reading). For more information, call Melodie at 919-623-8933. Central Johnston County Rotary Club The Central Johnston County Rotary Club meets every Thursday for lunch at the Johnston Medical Mall and serves the Smithfield and Selma areas.

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All-American Festival Selma Celebrate our nation’s birthday in Selma with a family-fun event featuring live entertainment, a variety of vendors, special events, the “Red, White & Chew” pie eating contest, a children’s area and one of the best fireworks displays in Johnston County.

Stepping into the Past series Tobacco Farm Life Museum, Kenly Each Saturday, enjoy demonstrations and displays of traditional arts, crafts and trades are featured on-site at the Tobacco Farm Life Museum in Kenly. All activities are included with regular admission to the museum, and annual passes are available. For more information, call 919-284-3431.

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Plant a Row for the Hungry - Johnston County A year-round garden that provides fresh fruit and vegetables to nearby soup kitchens and food pantries. No gardening experience is required to volunteer and training is provided. For more information, please contact Tiffany at plantarow@yahoo.com.

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Tuesday, July 4, 4 p.m.

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Benson July 4th Celebration Festivities will begin at 3 p.m. in the Benson Singing Grove with opening ceremonies and entertainment from Lawless, The Cross County Scuffers and The Attractions. There will be classic cars on display and a variety of refreshments as well. Fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. on U.S. 301 near Carlie C’s IGA.

Free Carriage Rides Downtown Smithfield The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation hosts free carriage rides, starting on the corner of Third and Market, around the beautiful, historic downtown area each month. Have dinner and drinks at locally owned restaurants, catch a movie at the Howell Theatre and enjoy some small town charm!

Clayton Rotary Mid-day Club Cleveland Draft House, Clayton This small group of service-minded individuals is very dedicated to community betterment in Clayton and Johnston County. Prayer Cloth Crocheting The Cup & Kettle, 5533 N.C. Hwy 42 West, Garner Bring some supplies (yarn, crochet hooks, scissors and a needle) and learn all about prayer cloth crocheting. It’s a free event, and for more information, call Melodie at 919-623-8933.

Tuesday, July 4, 3-9 p.m.

Letters and Life Book Study Platform Pounce, Raiford Street, Selma Join Cornerstone Writers for a six-session study of “Letters & Life: On being a writer, On being a Christian” by Bret Lott. The class is free and will meet for an hour on six Saturdays from June 3 to July 8.

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Phil Hogan Clayton Comedy Zone North Carolina native Phil Hogan has been in the entertainment business for almost thirty years, spending his early days as a touring musician. Check out his comedy act at Clayton Comedy Zone. For more details, visit comedyzoneclayton.weebly.com.

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Smithfield Independence Day celebration Smithfield will hold its annual event on the 100 block of South Third Street. There will be food vendors, games and entertainment from The Seaside Band. Fireworks should start around 9 p.m, For more information, visit downtownsmithfield.com.

Tuesday, July 4, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Cleveland Area July 4th Celebration The Oakland Church pancake breakfast starts at 7 a.m. and the parade is scheduled for 10 a.m. The Cleveland Firefighters Association BBQ sale is set for noon, and community softball games will start at 1 p.m. There will be vendors and live entertainment from 4-9 p.m., and the fireworks show is set for 9:15. For more information, call the Cleveland Fire Department at 919-989-1909.

Family Fun Day Archer Lodge The annual event at the town’s community center features a road race, barbecue plates, other food, games for children, cakewalks, Bingo and fireworks.

Tuesday, July 4, 5-10 p.m.

Pine Level Independence Day celebration The town’s celebration is set for Sam Godwin Park on U.S. 70-A. Activities will include games, food, inflatables, live music and fireworks. For more information, go to pinelevel.org.

Tuesday, July 4, 7 p.m.

Kenly Fourth of July Celebration Don’t miss the annual fireworks show and celebration at the Kenly 95 Petro Truck Stop. Call 919-284-5121 for more details.

Wednesday, July 5, 10:30 a.m.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Summer Reading Program, Four Oaks Library The James Bryan Creech Public Library will host its Summer Reading Program, and this year’s theme is “Build A Better World.” The activities for this summer are STEM-based and will be fun! Along with the weekly program, there will be a reading contest. For more information, call Tonie Collins at 919-963-6013 or email her at librarian@fouroakslibrary.org.

Friday, July 7, 10 a.m.

Museum Coffee Hour Benson Museum of Local History Visit the museum for a coffee hour. Free coffee and snacks will be served. Come tour the museum and visit with friends.

Friday, July 7, 6 p.m.

Benson’s First Friday Visit Downtown Benson for its monthly First Friday event! Participating shops will remain open until 9 p.m. Some shops will offer light refreshments (i.e: wine, beer, etc.) DIY projects, crafts or an exclusive First Friday sale. There will also be a food truck set up in Benton Square.

Saturday, July 8, 1:40 p.m. & 6:40 p.m.

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Saturday, July 15, 10 a.m.

Monday, July 10, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, July 11, 9 a.m.

Tuesday, July 18, 1:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, July 12, 10 a.m.

Paint In Grapes and Grounds, Third Street, Smithfield Bring your supplies and get ready to paint, draw, or sketch at Grapes and Grounds. This is an opportunity for local artists of all skill levels to come together and share conversation and work on art. There is no fee, and for more details, email info@jcartscouncil.org or call 919-738-9622.

Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Bridge Building Summer Reading Program, Four Oaks Library The James Bryan Creech Public Library will host its Summer Reading Program, and this year’s theme is “Build A Better World.” The activities for this summer are STEM-based and will be fun! Along with the weekly program, there will be a reading contest.

July 12, July 19 and July 26, 12:15 p.m.

Lunch Bunch First Presbyterian Church, Smithfield The Johnston County Arts Council will sponsor free mini concerts in July at the First Presbyterian Church in Smithfield. W. Franklin Gross will perform on July 12, baritone Greg Honeycutt will perform on July 19 and Casey Whaley and Timothy Price will perform duets on the organ and piano on July 26. Admission is free, and for more information, email info@jcartscouncil.org or call 919-738-9622.

Thursday, July 13, 5 p.m.

Sundown in Downtown Concert Series - Liquid Pleasure Don’t miss Liquid Pleasure in Benson’s Sundown in Downtown Concert Series. Sponsored by the Benson Chamber and Town of Benson, this event is free to everyone. For more information, call the chamber at 919-894-3825.

Saturday, July 15, 9 a.m.

CottonTown 7s Rugby Festival East Clayton Community Park You are cordially invited to the Second Annual CottonTown 7s Rugby Festival. Join the Clayton Rugby Football Club as they host a fun, family friendly day of rugby and community spirit. Aside from the great rugby action on the pitch, there will be food trucks, local vendors and entertainment throughout the day for fans and players. Admission is free for fans. There will be four divisions in 2017: Men’s Club (Competitive), Men’s Whole Hog (Social), Women’s Club, and High School Boys. For more information, visit claytonrfc.com.

Build a Backyard Feeder Howell Woods, Four Oaks Learn to identify what birds are visiting our feeders during this time of year and the appropriate diet they need to make it through the cold winter. Then, learn to create a very simple feeder for you to take home to your backyard! The cost is $10, and to learn more, call the learning center at 919-938-0115. Nu-Blue Bluegrass Band Rudy Theatre, Selma Check out the Nu-Blue Bluegrass band live at the Rudy. To learn more, log on to rudytheatre.com. Blood Drive Four Oaks American Legion Give the gift of life at an American Red Cross blood drive, sponsored by the Four Oaks American Legion.

Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

Straw Rockets Summer Reading Program, Four Oaks Library The James Bryan Creech Public Library will host its Summer Reading Program, and this year’s theme is “Build A Better World.” The activities for this summer are STEM-based and will be fun! Along with the weekly program, there will be a reading contest. For more information, call Tonie Collins at 919-963-6013 or email her at librarian@fouroakslibrary.org.

July 19-23

Bethel Original Freewill Baptist VBS Bethel OFWB, Hwy 96 South, Four Oaks Bethel Original Freewill Baptist Church will host Vacation Bible School on July 19-23. Registration is July 19 at 6:15 p.m. VBS will run from 6:15-9 p.m. on July 19-21; from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 22 and from 10 a.m. to noon on July 23. The theme for this year is “Maker Fun Factory.” For more information, call Jessica or Andrew Adams at 919-628-6987.

Thursday, July 20, 1:40 p.m.

Friday, July 21, 1 p.m.

Fore! Cleveland Golf Tournament Reedy Creek Golf Course The 7th-annual Fore! Cleveland Golf Tournament is set for Friday, July 21, at Reedy Creek Golf Course. The entry fee is $280 per team and includes lunch and dinner, door prizes, closest-tothe-pin competition and a hole-in-one prize. Proceeds from the event will benefit Cleveland High athletics. For more information, 919-934-2455 or email cvhsabc@cvhsabc.org.

July 21-22

Cardinal Que Cook-off and Fundraiser Barbour’s Grove Park, Four Oaks The (Four Oaks) Cardinal Football Program will host a cook off and fundraiser at Barbour’s Grove Park on July 21-22. There will be live entertainment, bounce houses for the kids and plenty of barbecue on sale. Proceeds will help buy equipment and other supplies for the upcoming season. For more information, call Buck Winbourne at 919-971-7204.

Friday, July 21, 7 p.m.

Singing Grove Movie Night Benson Singing Grove Don’t miss a showing of “Finding Dory.” For more, call the Benson Parks and Recreation Department at 919-894-5117.

Saturday, July 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

2017 Women’s Health & Wellness Expo The Clayton Center Come out “dressed to sweat” for free health screenings, fitness demos, health and beauty vendors, food trucks and prizes. For more information, email mmarlow4842@gmail.com or call 919-601-4842.

Wednesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.

Lorax Day — Recycling Summer Reading Program, Four Oaks Library The James Bryan Creech Public Library will host its Summer Reading Program, and this year’s theme is “Build A Better World.” The activities for this summer are STEM-based and will be fun! Along with the weekly program, there will be a reading contest. For more information, call Tonie Collins at 919-963-6013 or email her at librarian@fouroakslibrary.org.

July 24-28, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

5 Parks in 5 Days Challenge, Selma Visit five Selma-area parks to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. Children will play on a variety of play structures, while also participating in selected games and activities. For more information, contact Joni Hubble-Zeneberg at 919-975-1411 or email jzeneberg@selma-nc.com.

Friday, July 28, 7 p.m. & Saturday, July 29, 2 p.m.

Little Shop Of Horrors The Clayton Center Celebrate 10 years of Clayton Youth Theater, as they go back to their roots (literally!) and present the very first show they staged in 2007, the sci-fi musical comedy “Little Shop of Horrors.” For tickets, visit www.theclaytoncenter.com.

Saturday, July 29, 9 a.m

Beginner Kayak Lesson Howell Woods, Four Oaks If you’ve always wanted to kayak or canoe, but were not sure where to start, this program is for you. Participants will be taught paddling techniques and paddler safety while on the calm waters of Swan Pond, located on the Howell Woods property. To better understand the differences in vessels, participants will start the day paired in a canoe, and finish individually in a kayak. Preregistration is requested for this $15 class, and those interested can call the Nature Center at 919-938-0115.

Saturday, July 29, 1:40 p.m.

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