Johnston County approves 52 cent tax rate drop
Smithfield Johnston County Board of Commissioners adopt a 52 cent per $100 valuation rate, 15 cents below the current tax rate and 12 cents under the manager’s recommendation. Property values rose 70 percent before appeals, now about 54 percent countywide after successful appeals, affecting bills for homes like a $300,000 house rising to $462,000 value and an estimated tax increase to $2,494.80.
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Demonstrators protest Trump on No Kings Day in Clayton
In Clayton Town Square a varied crowd voiced opposition to President Trump with chants and clever signs. Organizers, including Mary Blank, reported over 200 registered participants and about 350 attendees, urging citizens to defend democracy amid perceived fascist drift.
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SBI clears deputy in fatal UNC Johnston shooting
The State Bureau of Investigation found no charges warranted in the June 2024 shooting death outside UNC Health Johnston after deputies responded to a possible overdose at a Sheetz on highways 42 and 50. Rincon Lopez, who admitted meth use, resisted medical care and tried to move within the ambulance before hospital security intervened.
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Schools OK tougher cell phone policy
Johnston County Board of Education on June 10 split 5-2 over forcing teachers to restrict cell phone use while students face limits. Chair Lyn Andrews cited a widespread addiction to devices, while opponents argued the policy demoralizes teachers and hinders communication.
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