The N.C. Department of Transportation has received federal approval to designate two bypass segments of U.S. 70 in Johnston, Wayne and Lenoir counties as Interstate 42. The announcement was made during a meeting of the I-42/U.S. 70 Corridor Commission in Smithfield. The commission, which advocates for improvements along this corridor east of Raleigh, includes elected…… read more »
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NCDOT Gets The Green Light On US 70 Bypass To Become New Interstate 42
NCDOT’s Spring Litter Sweep Runs April 16-30
The N.C. Department of Transportation needs volunteers to help clean up trash along roads during the Adopt-A-Highway Spring Litter Sweep from April 16-30. Each April and September, NCDOT asks volunteers to help remove litter from roadsides. Volunteers from local businesses, schools, nonprofits, churches, municipalities, law enforcement and community groups play an important role in keeping…… read more »
Road Closure In Kinston For Railroad Maintenance Wednesday
The Kinston Police Department says workers are doing maintenance to the railroad tracks on Wednesday, April 13, on NC HWY 258 North. The detours are listed as Banks School Road, Hull Road and SmithField Way. The closure is expected to last one to two days or until the maintenance is complete. Police say drivers should…… read more »
First Passport With ‘X’ Gender Marker Issued In United States
As of April 11, 2022, Americans now have the option of indicating their gender with an “X” on passports acknowledging the rights of people who do not identify as male or female. WRAL-TV says the State Department announced in a statement that it would expand the gender-neutral option to all applicants next year after it…… read more »
Felony Voting Debate Continues As State Primary Elections Approach
(AP) – A North Carolina appeals court has temporarily blocked enforcement of a ruling by trial judges that declared people convicted of felonies can vote while serving probation or parole. The Court of Appeals issued a stay of the ruling, which struck down a 1973 law about when voting rights are restored. A trial judge…… read more »
Poultry Shows and Public Sales Suspended In North Carolina
(AP) – The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services says all poultry shows and public sales in North Carolina are being suspended because of the threat of the avian flu. State Veterinarian Mike Martin said in a news release that the suspension includes all exhibitions, farm tours, shows, sales, flea markets, auction markets,…… read more »
Deadline To File Taxes Near For North Carolina Residents
The deadline for filing your North Carolina individual income tax returns is approaching, unless you request an extension. According to the North Carolina Department of Revenue, electronically filed returns must be submitted electronically by midnight on April 18. For taxpayers filing via paper, returns must be postmarked by April 18. The deadline to file and…… read more »
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard Recruiters To Visit Wayne Community College
Wayne Community College will hold a Military Career Fair On Thursday, April 7. Recruiters from the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard will be in attendance. Representatives from their National Guard and Reserve components, as well as military academies will also be in attendance. Two sessions are available: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.…… read more »
Trump To Hold Rally In Nearby Johnston County
Former President Donald J. Trump has announced that he will be bringing his “Save America” rally to Selma, NC in nearby Johnston County on April 9th beginning at 7:00 PM The rally will be about five weeks out from the North Carolina primary election. Mr. Trump is supporting candidates in some important Republican races, including…… read more »
Mount Olive Kicks Off Its Yearlong History Celebration, Again
On March 1, 2020, the Town of Mount Olive kicked off its 150th Anniversary Celebration with a public event that brought together live music, history and stories about the town’s roots. Two weeks later, the COVID-19 pandemic shut down everything, including the planned yearlong celebration of Mount Olive’s history. This week, the 150th Anniversary Committee…… read more »
