Shawn Herrmann State Farm Agency

05/24/2026

SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Roadside blooms across Johnston County are part of a larger statewide success story as the North Carolina Department of Transportation marks 40 years of its Wildflower Program. This year, Division 4 — which includes Johnston, Edgecombe, Halifax, Nash, Wayne and Wilson counties — earned first place for Best Overall Division Wildflower Program, […]

SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Roadside blooms across Johnston County are part of a larger statewide success story as the North Carolina Department of Transportation marks 40 years of its Wildflower Program. This year, Division 4 — which includes Johnston, Edgecombe, Halifax, Nash, Wayne and Wilson counties...

05/21/2026

But living near the water in Eastern Carolina comes with a constant threat of erosion and flooding. “If we don’t protect what ...

North Carolina emerges as a national leader in nature-based coastal protection technology.

05/18/2026

In contrast to fast fashion and disposable goods, his work is meant to last. His "Memories of Smithfield" and "Memories of ...

He left the corporate world behind. Now this Johnston County elderpreneur is making keepsakes that last.

05/13/2026

North Carolina is experiencing an unusually quiet start to spring, marked by very dry conditions and a striking lack of ...

North Carolina is experiencing an unusually quiet start to spring, marked by very dry conditions and a striking lack of severe weather activity. So far in April, the state has recorded just three storm damage reports. That's the lowest total for the month since 1994

05/11/2026

Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 3 through May 9, 2026. The National Weather Service and the North Carolina Department of ...

Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 3 through May 9, ahead of hurricane season's start on June 1.

05/08/2026

Drivers across North Carolina are feeling the effects of rapidly rising gasoline prices and energy costs.

Drivers across North Carolina are feeling the effects of rapidly rising gasoline prices and energy costs.

05/07/2026

KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — A research team at North Carolina State University and North Carolina Sea Grant has been tracking litter as it makes its way down the...

KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — A research team at North Carolina State University and North Carolina Sea Grant has been tracking litter as it makes its way down the Neuse River as part of an effort t…

02/13/2026

Don’t settle for Halfway There. Get State Farm and stop livin’ on a prayer!

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02/12/2026

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02/09/2026

I’m livin’ for this extended cut!

Don't settle for coverage that may only be Halfway There when you need it. Stop livin’ on a prayer. Get State Farm.Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there....