News for Human Interest
Friday, February 27, 2026
Johnston County, NC – The Johnston County Coalition of Chambers and Johnston County Public Schools is proud to recognize twenty outstanding educators as semifinalists for the 32nd Annual Flame for Learning Award. These exceptional teachers were nominated by their peers within the Johnston County Public School system for demonstrating remarkable creativity, innovation, and dedication in their ...read more
Categories: Business, Chamber, Community, Education, Human Interest, Press Release
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Selma, N.C., Feb. 26, 2026 - AdVenture Development celebrated the ribbon-cutting for LongHorn Steakhouse, joined by Selma Mayor Byron McAllister, Johnston County Commissioner Michael Rose, Darden corporate representatives, and 50+ ambassadors of Triangle East Chamber. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marks the third national restaurant opening at Eastfield, the 435-acre, 3 million-square-foot ...read more
Categories: Business, Community, Economic, Human Interest, Press Release
Wednesday, May 07, 2014
Speech Given By Crystal Roberts:
Ladies and gentleman, the Smithfield-Selma Chamber is again excited to present the prestigious Athena Award to a well-deserving recipient. This award celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the community and honors individuals who strive toward the highest levels of professional accomplishment. Tonight’s recipient is a fierce ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Human Interest, Press Release
