October 25, 2025
Adam Caldwell Enters Race For Johnston County Commissioner
BENSON — Adam Caldwell, a Benson resident active in his local community, has announced his candidacy for Johnston County Commissioner in the 2026 election cycle.
In his campaign announcement, Caldwell cited the county’s rapid growth as a central reason for his run. “Johnston County is at a crossroads,” he said. “As your commissioner, I’ll work to protect farmland, fight tax hikes, and help bring high-paying jobs to our county so residents who live here can work here too.”
Caldwell, who currently serves on the Johnston County Economic Development Advisory Board, emphasized infrastructure, education, and public safety as key issues in his platform. He pledged to support first responders, reduce reliance on mobile classrooms, and expand broadband access across the county.
With nearly a decade of experience in both public and private sectors, Caldwell has worked on projects related to infrastructure, agriculture, grant funding, and disaster recovery in Eastern North Carolina. He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the UNC School of Government and earned undergraduate degrees in political science and history from East Carolina University.
Caldwell’s background includes military service with the North Carolina Army National Guard, which he joined while still in high school. He is involved in several local organizations, including the Benson Area Chamber of Commerce, the Johnston County Farm Bureau, and the American Legion Banner Post 109. He also serves on the boards of Preservation Johnston County and the Benson Sing, a longstanding local music event.
Caldwell lives in Benson with his wife, Sarah, and their three children. The family attends Elevation Methodist Church, where Caldwell is a member of the choir.
“It’s time for a change on the Johnston County Board of Commissioners,” he said. “I’ll be a leader who listens and acts so one day our children can afford to raise a family and get a high-paying job right here at home.”
Mr. Caldwell is a Republican and lives in District 3.
The filing period for Johnston County Commissioner and other countywide races begins December 1, 2025. Early voting for the 2026 primary starts February 12, with Primary Election Day set for March 3, 2026.
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They all talk a good talk then get in and fall right in line with the rest of these thieves! all about themselves not the local taxpaying resident. How are you going to fix it with a new title and not now?
If you think you can do better..Put your name in..
ha yeah that’s the problem no one elects “real” citizen’s that have no agenda or alterative motive. And i am not saying this guy is not good or anything I’m just stating facts about towns, state, local government BS
Great question, so what have you done to fix it with no title and up to now??? Don’t know the guy or anything about him but he is stepping up. What are you doing besides being a bleacher coach? It’s not a select few problems it’s a county problem. Vote people in and if they don’t fulfill vote em out that’s the process , let’s quit voting the same people in and expect a change
what makes you think he is “stepping” up to do what is good for us? this is what is wrong with people, no one reads up and i mean read up on these “candidates” read down a few heck they will help you or just go research is all I am saying.
Very proud of Adam. Thank you for stepping up.
He wants to tax and spend, not even hiding it. Soo easy to waste other people’s money.
I’ll vote for you if you recommend returning to the property tax evaluations every four years instead of two.
“I’ll work to protect farmland”
Really?!? Look at his track record as a member of JoCo Planning Board. He voted in favor of turning farm land into tract homes, 96% of the time. #BeTruthful #CaughtHim
I was just about to mention this.
I read that and thought what a bunch of BS.
Another lier.
Adam Caldwell seems genuinely committed to local issues like infrastructure and job growth. His background in economic development is promising, but Im skeptical about his promises to protect farmland and fight tax hikes—these are common campaign slogans. His local involvement is a plus, but Ill wait to see if he follows through on his promises.
So please tell me how will he will protect farmland and bring high paying jobs to JoCo