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Gemma Marina, of Wilson's Mills, strolls down Third Street alongside Daniel Parker, of Smithfield. The couple says they often come downtown to eat at Gandolfo's.

Smithfield recognized for downtown development

The Downtown Smithfield Development Corp. was one of 27 cities around North Carolina recognized as a National Main Street Program this year.

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West Johnston High's Megan Gibbons (7) and Megan Mills (13) celebrate their playoff victory over rival Clayton.

Freshman hurler, hot bats carry West Johnston by Clayton

Megan Mills said she was a lot more nervous in the batter’s box Friday night than she was on the mound.

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Community Notes

The Clayton Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled the following pottery classes. All will meet at the Clayton Community Center, 715 Amelia Church Road.

Education

Two Johnston County teachers headed to India

Bill Worley, of Early College Academy, and Melinda Simons, of South Johnston High School, are among the 37 teachers chosen for a trip to India this summer, funded by UNC’s Center for International Understanding.

Opinion

Town council misplays tax district

Regardless of what one thinks of special tax districts, the Smithfield Town Council is bungling its bid for one around Carolina Premium Outlets.

Entertainment

Arts Notes: May 19

“God’s Kenya,” a photo exhibit by Deborah Coates, is on display this month at Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library, 100 S. Church St., Clayton.