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01/31/2026

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01/31/2026

WINTER WEATHER UPDATE (1-30-26 @ 3:30pm):

Is anyone feeling deja vu? The ice from last week’s winter storm has melted away, but now we’re looking at a new snowier forecast for this weekend:

- Johnston County is under a Winter Storm Warning until Sunday afternoon (2-1-26).

- Heavy snow expected to start late tonight (1-30-26) through Sunday with Benson in the 4 to 8 inch zone for accumulation.

- Unlike last weekend’s storm, this will be a very windy storm system, potentially resulting in scattered downed trees and power outages.

- A prolonged period of well-below normal temperatures and breezy conditions will accompany the winter storm making for potential refreezing/ice and prolonged snow accumulation.

- Benson Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Saturday (1-31-26) and Sunday (2-1-26). All weekend basketball games have been cancelled.

❄️ View the latest National Weather Service briefings here:
www.weather.gov/media/rah/briefing/NWSRaleighLatestBriefing.pdf

The Town of Benson is back in winter weather mode. We strongly encourage residents to expect potential power outages, limit travel, and monitor weather conditions closely. Snow accumulation will make roadway conditions unpredictable and reducing travel helps keep roadways clear for emergency crews to respond as quickly as possible.

Similar to last week, with snowfall adding weight to trees, one of our top concerns remains the potential for power outages. Our Electric crew continues to monitor the situation closely and is prepared to work power outages beginning late tonight into Monday and beyond if necessary. Likewise, Benson Public Works, Fire, and Police are on standby to deal with storm-related issues as they arise.

‼️ PLEASE NOTE: The town’s top priorities are keeping major roadways clear for emergency responders, restoring power outages, and protecting/maintaining infrastructure. Town crews will not be clearing snow from residential streets and driveways during the storm — resources will be directed to the aforementioned priorities first.

‼️ To stay informed throughout the weather event, you can:

▶️ Follow the Town of Benson on Facebook.

▶️ Check the Town of Benson website (www.townofbenson.com) for the latest Benson-specific updates.

▶️ Download the Town’s app – Benson NC Connect – in the App Store or Google Play Store. You can also use Benson NC Connect to report power outages, downed limbs, blocked roadways, and other winter storm related issues.

- Benson NC Connect will be monitored constantly throughout the weather event. We encourage residents to only dial 911 when there is a life-threatening emergency as call volumes are expected to be high.

📲 More info on Benson NC Connect here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1aTQrpJyJA/

💻 There is also a desktop version of Benson NC Connect here:
https://www.townofbenson.com/2298/Request-Form

‼️ Additional Helpful Links:

Johnston County Emergency Services
https://www.johnstonnc.gov/emerserv/index.cfm

JoCo Alerts (free emergency notification system for all of Johnston County):
https://www.johnstonnc.gov/emerserv/em/emcontent.cfm?page_desc=alerts

Power Outage Safety info:
https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/get-help/power-outage/EN_Power-Outage-Safety-Checklist.pdf

Winter Preparedness Info from NC Dept. of Public Safety:
https://www.readync.gov/

Frozen Pipes Reminder:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1YzLNhATV4/

01/27/2026

TRASH SERVICE UPDATE (1-27-26):

With the recent winter weather, Carolina Trash and Septic is running slightly behind schedule. They will begin collection on Wednesday (1-28-26) as normal, but will finish up in town on Thursday (1-29-26).

If your cans are not collected on Wednesday, leave them out and they will be collected Thursday.

01/26/2026

01/25/2026

REMINDER (1-25-26 @ 10:45am):

Following the initial wintry mix last night, we strongly encourage residents to limit travel and monitor weather conditions closely.

Additional freezing rain and sleet in the forecast will continue to make roadway conditions unpredictable. Reducing travel helps keep roadways clear for TOB emergency crews to respond as quickly as possible.

‼️ To stay informed throughout the weather event, you can:

▶️ Follow the Town of Benson on Facebook.

▶️ Check the Town of Benson website (www.townofbenson.com) for the latest Benson-specific updates.

▶️ Download the Town’s app – Benson NC Connect – in the App Store or Google Play Store. You can also use Benson NC Connect to report power outages, downed limbs, blocked roadways, and other winter storm related issues.

Benson NC Connect will be monitored constantly throughout the weather event. We encourage residents to only dial 911 when there is a life-threatening emergency as call volumes are expected to be high.

▶️ There is also a desktop version of Benson NC Connect here:
https://www.townofbenson.com/2298/Request-Form

▶️ View the latest National Weather Service briefings here: www.weather.gov/media/rah/briefing/NWSRaleighLatestBriefing.pdf

01/19/2026

Today, we pause to honor the life, leadership, and lasting impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His vision of unity, justice, and compassion continues to guide us. May we all strive to uplift our communities, serve with humility, and lead with love.

01/18/2026

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01/16/2026

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01/16/2026

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01/14/2026