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Applications Open For 2025 Clayton Police Teen Academy
CLAYTON – The Clayton Police Department is now accepting applications for its 2025 Teen Academy, an annual hands-on program designed to teach young people about law enforcement while building leadership…
Clayton Fire Upgrades Gear For Firefighter Safety & Appearance
CLAYTON – The Clayton Fire Department is making a significant change to enhancing firefighter safety by transitioning to new black turnout gear. This upgrade focuses not only on appearance; it…
Boys & Girls Club Of Johnston County Commemorates Black History Month
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Boys & Girls Club of Johnston County celebrated Black History Month with an enriching Speaker Series, engaging youth through powerful narratives from local leaders, educators, and…
Garner Council Member Named A North Carolina Main Street Champion
GARNER – Town Council Member Demian Dellinger was honored as a 2024 North Carolina Main Street Champion at this year’s NC Main Street Conference. Mr. Dellinger was recognized for his…
Downtown Clayton Businesses Transform With Facade Grant
CLAYTON – The Town of Clayton’s Façade Grant Program is revitalizing Downtown Clayton, creating a more vibrant and welcoming environment for both residents and visitors. By assisting businesses in improving…
Business And Community Leaders Join Triangle East Chamber To Launch Economic Prosperity Initiative
SMITHFIELD – On Tuesday, Johnston County business and community leaders joined the Triangle East Chamber of Commerce (TEC) to launch the public phase of a $1.3 million campaign to fund…
Celebrate Smithfield Includes Tuscarora Storytellers, Performers At Johnston County Museum
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Museum will host singers, dancers, and storytellers from the Tuscarora Nation of North Carolina as part of the Celebrate Smithfield International Culture Festival on Saturday,…
Clayton Announces $2.5 Million Renovation To Library
CLAYTON – Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library, a cornerstone of the Clayton community, will soon undergo a $2.5 million renovation aimed at modernizing and enhancing the space to better serve visitors of…
Scouting America Fundraising Dinner March 31
SMITHFIELD – The public is invited to attend a Celebration of Scouting Dinner featuring Mr. Frank B. Holding Jr. The event will take place on March 31, 2025 at 6:30pm…
Farm-City Banquet Celebrates Agriculture, Community & Service
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The annual Farm-City Banquet brought together members of the agricultural community and supporters on November 26, 2024 to recognize the contributions to agriculture. The event highlighted the…
Clayton Historical Association Elects New Board Of Directors
CLAYTON – The Clayton Historical Association, Inc. elected a new board of directors for 2025-2028 during the January Annual Meeting. The new board members are: · Bruce Naegelen, President· Robert Meikle, Vice…
Clayton Fire Reminds Everyone To Spring Into Action & Safeguard Home
CLAYTON – Spring is almost here, and with it comes more daylight and warmer nights. As residents “spring forward” for Daylight Saving Time at 2 a.m., Sunday, March 9, it’s…
