The Archer Lodge Fire Department was chartered in 1958. In 1960, land was purchased from Charles and Lona Rea Barnes and Station 1 was constructed. Steady growth in the community necessitated the construction of Station 2 in 1979. The land was purchased from Alta Hinton. The department's response from 1958 to 1995 was primarily to fire call and auto accidents. In March of 1996, the department began assisting Clayton and Wendell Rescue with the establishment of a First Responder Program. The department will answer approximately 150 fire and rescue calls this year.

The Archer Lodge Fire Department operates with funds provided by a fire tax, fund raisers, Johnston County and donations from the community.

New members are required to complete approximately 150 hours of training before being placed on active duty. The department averages approximately 1750 man-hours of training annually.

Each year the department holds a Fire Safety Education Day for the children. It is generally in late spring. The kids get to ride on the fire trucks, go through the Fire Safety House, enjoy Sparky the Fire Dog and Smokey the Bear.

White Oak Baptist church is right in the heart of the community beside the ball park. The members of the church welcome newcomers with open arms and invite all to come and worship. White Oak offers many activities for children, youth, and adults. Being a disciple making church, you may find yourself getting involved in one of the following groups: Worship Celebration, Bible Fellowship, Intimacy Group, Outreach, Task Group, Missions.