Archived News
New Shopping Center Gets Conditional Approval
The mix of industrial, commercial, office and retail is expected to give a boost to the local economy
Clayton Donates $100,000 to New Hospice Center
The $3.8 million Center will fill a longtime need in Johnston County
Nancy Medlin Named Deputy Town Manager
She will be directly responsible for management of the Finance, Customer Service and Information Services Departments while working alongside Town Manager Steve Biggs.
Mountains-to-Sea Trail Nearing Reality
The section through here could be ready in a year or two
A New, Colorful Gateway to Downtown
Drive by the Main Street and US 70 intersection and take a look
How Much Do You Really Know About Clayton?
Take the quiz. You might learn something
New Town Web Site Getting Heavy Use
More than a million hits over the last year
New Recycling Program Paying Off Big
Residents are recycling much more--and saving the town money
Town Computers and Phones are Getting Updated
Many services will soon be available over the internet
Electric System Named One of Nation's Best
American Public Power Association says Clayton system reaches "highest standards"
Town Marketing Plan Unveiled
You'll be seeing THINK CLAYTON a lot in the future.
Town Approves Scaled-back Budget for Coming Year
Spending will be down, taxes stay the same
US 70 By-pass Open for Traffic
Construction completed a full year ahead of schedule
Johnston County Arts Council Needs Office Equipment and Volunteers
A great way to support the arts in Clayton.
Town Says "Thanks' to Bond Committee
Clayton Center ceremony honors those who helped secure funding for streets and parks
Local Student Named "Hometown Hero"
Thirteen-year-old Nick Daino came to the aid of a fellow student run down by a hit-and-run driver, then ran for help and provided an eyewitness account to authorities.
Front Street Extension Nears Reality
From the Post Office eastward all the way to NC 42 East, opening up a connector to downtown that doesn't cross a railroad track.
Join the Clayton Youth Council
High Schoolers have a chance to serve their community.
Council Offers Incentive for Downtown Development
Will make commercial ventures more affordable while adding to town revenues in the long run.
Downtown Facade Program Gets First Success Story
The Cider House Studio completes its makeover, gets praise and check from town officials.
Voters Approve Bonds for Streets, Parks
The town's financial consulting firm says our finances are in great shape and the bond issues won't have any effect on taxes.
Notice of Water Use Restrictions
Irrigation policy relaxed. View policy and conservation based rate structure.
Finance Director Honored
Nancy Medlin wins her profession's highest award---for the seventh year in a row.
Local Club Takes Action Against Littering
Neighbors and Newomers Club answers Mayor's call for clean roads and streets.
Rec Department Offers Fun Classes
Pottery, Tennis, Tai Chi, Yoga, Tae Kwon Do and more.
Cultural Arts Grant Committee Seeks Proposals
Local artists have until July 14 to get applications together