Clayton

Select JCPS High School Students And 2025 Graduates Named AP Capstone Candidates
SMITHFIELD – Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) has announced that for the 2024-2025 academic year, two seniors and two 2025 graduates are candidates for the College Board Advanced Placement (AP)…

Three Scams Cost Johnston County Victims More Than $40,000
JOHNSTON COUNTY — Three Johnston County residents were collectively defrauded of more than $40,000 in separate scams reported to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office last week. In one case, a…

Ex-Clayton High Coach Charged With Assault, Stalking
CLAYTON — A former Clayton High School basketball coach has been charged with assault after allegedly chasing and attacking a woman, WRAL reports. Kenneth Collins, 30, who coached the boys’…

Couple Kicks Off 2026 With A Bundle Of Joy!
CLAYTON — Johnston County welcomed one of its first babies of 2026 just hours into the New Year. A baby girl was born at UNC Health Johnston in Clayton at…

Clayton’s Employee Of The Year Leads By Helping Others Succeed
CLAYTON – Employees who make the biggest impact are often the ones who quietly support others, share knowledge, and step in when help is needed. The Town of Clayton’s 2025…

Car Slams Into Popular Restaurant Just Before Opening Time
CLAYTON — A Clayton restaurant sustained significant damage Saturday morning after a vehicle crashed into the building just minutes before it was scheduled to open. The incident occurred around 10:40…

Report: Driver Jailed, Car Confiscated After Fleeing From Clayton Police
CLAYTON — A 2012 Audi was seized and its driver jailed following a high-speed chase that crossed county lines Saturday night. Clayton Police Chief Greg Tart said the incident occurred…

Clayton Parks & Recreation Celebrates Third Season Of Journey League
CLAYTON – BJ steps onto the basketball court with focus, looking around for familiar faces before a big smile spreads across his face. As the game starts, he makes a…

The Magnolia Inn Gains Recognition For Community Role In Clayton
CLAYTON — A boutique inn that opened earlier this year has been recognized by the Clayton Chamber of Commerce for its early growth and involvement in community initiatives. The Magnolia…

Clayton Library Looks Back At Readers’ Top Picks of 2025
CLAYTON – As we say goodbye to 2025, the Town of Clayton looks back at the books that captivated the attention of nearly 11,500 library cardholders over the past year.…

Scammers Target Clayton Planning Applicants
CLAYTON – The Town of Clayton is urging residents, developers, and business owners to stay alert following several recent reports of fraudulent emails impersonating Town staff and requesting payments for…

Lottery Ticket Sold In Clayton Wins $295,802 Jackpot
CLAYTON – Chloe Mays of Cleveland, Ohio, took a chance on a $1 Cash 5 ticket on Friday and won a $295,802 jackpot. Mays, in town visiting family for the…







