(Editor’s Note: The following is a slightly longer version of the “Small Talk” column that appears in this week’s print edition of the Johnston County Sentinel, which was edited due to space limitations.) Way back in 1989 - when...
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By Tom Lokey Sentinel Co-Publisher Whether you support it or not, the “Big Beautiful Bill” is now...
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again, and participants of all ages are making final preparations to enter their crafts, food items and other exhibits for the annual Johnston County Free Fair. The 2025 edition of the fair begins next...
Read MoreBy John A. Small Managing Editor For the second time in as many weeks, first responders in Johnston County were dispatched to the scene of an accident involving a Burlington Northern-Santa Fe train. The latest mishap occurred at...
Read MoreTom Lokey (left), co-publisher of the Johnston County Sentinel, shares some thoughts with County Treasurer Bethany Varner during a reception in her honor on Monday, Aug. 25. The event was hosted by the Johnston County Board of...
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