Eastfield Crossing rumors mix with confirmed tenants at Selma center
Eastfield Crossing in Selma draws chatter on social media about major chains. McDonnell of AdVenture Development confirms Chick-fil-A and notes other discussions with potential tenants, while BJ's Wholesale Club buys 13 acres for the center. Target is planned for spring 2026, joining Hobby Lobby and Old Navy among others.
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Old Navy
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Nurse at UNC Health Johnston Inspires Caregiving Drive
Smithfield profile of Christy Davis of Selma, a nurse at UNC Health Johnston, whose childhood injury from a drunk driver sparked a lifelong wish to help others. After raising two athletes as an office manager, she returned to nursing to give back as those who cared for her did.
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Smithfield Hospital
UNC Health Johnston
Neighbors oppose rezoning of 19 acre site near Cleveland Road
Homeowners near 13383 Cleveland Road told Johnston County Planning Board in February they oppose allowing light industrial use across from their residences. They warned of reduced property values and potential water pollution from chemicals, stressing families and well water in the area. Residents urged caution as developers seek zoning changes amid dense residential homes.
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Glen Road
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County leaders push expedited roundabout plan
Smithfield county officials seek swift action from the DOT to fund and approve a roundabout at the Buffalo Road Little Divine Road and Fire Department roads intersection. On February 17 the County Commissioners backed merging the three intersections into one roundabout to improve safety and traffic flow. DOT spokesman Andrew Barksdale outlined the plan in an email.
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