October 25, 2025
Clayton
Family Of Fire Victim Launches GoFundMe To Cover Funeral Expenses
CLAYTON — The family of a Johnston County man who died in a house fire late last month has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral and burial costs.…
Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Clayton Boulevard
CLAYTON — A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle Wednesday night while attempting to cross Clayton Boulevard (US Highway 70), according to Clayton Police Chief Greg Tart. The incident…
New Clayton License Plate Agency To Open Wednesday
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles will open a new license plate agency (LPA) on Wednesday, October 8 in Clayton. The new agency is located at 896…
The String Queens Bring Inspiring, Soulful Sound Of Strings To The Clayton Center On October 16
CLAYTON – The Clayton Center will present The String Queens, a renowned genre-blending string trio, live in concert on Thursday, October 16, at 7:00 PM. Based in Washington, D.C., The…
DNA On Cigarette Solves 5-Year-Old Arson Case, JCSO Says
CLAYTON – A single cigarette butt left at a 2020 fire scene has led to an arrest in the case. After five years, the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office announced the…
Before Sunrise, They Shine: Clayton Custodians Recognized On National Custodian Day
CLAYTON – From polished floors to sparkling bathrooms, custodians like Crystal Richardson help the Town of Clayton shine before anyone even walks through the doors. Their efforts often go unseen,…
Dispute Between Church Volunteers Leads To Assault Charge
CLAYTON — A volunteer at a Clayton-area church has been charged with assault following an altercation with another church volunteer during a recent service. Heath Anthony Capps, of Clayton, was…
Step Into Adventure With The 2025 JoCo Fall Hiking Challenge
JOHNSTON COUNTY – The Friends of Johnston County Parks and local partners invite residents and visitors alike to lace up their boots and hit the trail for the 2025 JoCo…
School Bus Collides With Garbage Truck; No Students Onboard
CLAYTON – A Johnston County school bus was involved in a traffic collision Monday afternoon after reportedly crossing the center line and striking a garbage truck traveling in the opposite…
County Eyes Site For Future JCC Medical Campus
CLAYTON – Johnston County is taking steps to secure land for a potential Johnston Community College (JCC) medical campus near the Johnston Health facility in Clayton. County Commissioners have obtained…
Young Authors Wanted: Clayton Library Seeks Spooky Stories
CLAYTON – When the lights go out and the library doors are locked, what happens inside? Do the shelves whisper? Do the books wake up? Could a ghost be waiting…
Clayton Man Charged With Insurance Fraud
RALEIGH — North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced Wednesday the arrest of Nolan Craig Bourgeois Jr., 28, of John Street, Clayton. Bourgeois was charged with insurance fraud, a felony. Special…
