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2023 Christmas Spirit Award Recipients Provide Community Support during Time of Need

Congratulations to Jarret and Jennifer Hamilton! The couple are the recipients of the 2023 Christmas Spirit Award, receiving recognition during the 33rd annual Downtown Clayton Christmas Village and Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 30.

As founders of Ge...

The Clayton Center Launches 2023-24 School Stage Series

The Clayton Center shared the excitement of live performance with more than 900 Johnston County elementary school students on Wednesday, November 15, through the first show in the 2023-24 School Stage Series.     

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Holiday fun on the schedule in December

‘Tis the season for holiday comedy, concerts and so much more around town. The Clayton Center and the Town of Clayton have tons of fun scheduled, including the hilarious improv parody of The Second City’s What The Elf? on Saturday, Dec...

A Magnificent Christmas presented by Johnston County Chorus

The Johnston County Chorus presents its annual holiday concert on Saturday, December 16, at 2:00pm. Join the group for "A Magnificent Christmas" show.

Come on out and enjoy the this 90-minute show of your favorite songs of the season, performed w...

Clayton Welcomes Conrad Olmedo as New Planning Director

The Town of Clayton has hired Conrad Olmedo as its new Planning Director. 

Olmedo, who served the past three years as the Planning Manager for the City of Burlington, brings with him 17 years of local government planning experience. He is replacin...

Connect with Clayton Newsletter

Connect with Clayton is the quarterly newsletter included with town utility bills. These newsletters contain key updates on crucial projects, community events, and other exciting news that is shaping the town's future.

Clayton Library Unveils StoryWalk® at East Clayton Community Park

Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is delighted to announce the grand opening of the StoryWalk® at East Clayton Community Park. This unique literary experience is a testament to the magic that happens when the worlds of literature and nature come t...

CLAYTON SEEKS TO SHAPE FUTURE OF TOWN’S TRANSPORTATION

The Clayton Comprehensive Transportation Plan – Clayton on the Move – will identify the Town’s long-term vision for the local transportation network, including roadways, public transit, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities.

Renovations Elevate Fire Station 2 Operations to Full-Time Capacity

The Town of Clayton has completed renovations to Fire Station 2 that will now allow full-time operations to transpire more efficiently. 

Fire Station 2 was opened in 2000 as a volunteer fire station. In the past 23 years, Clayton Fire Department&a...

Town of Clayton Names New Fire Chief

The Town of Clayton has hired Chief David Ranes to serve as the next leader of the Clayton Fire Department. 

Chief Ranes, who will officially begin his new role on Oct. 16, was selected from more than 70 applicants from across the nation and bring...

Clayton BBQ Challenge

Join your Downtown Development Association at Municipal Park (325 McCullers St) this fall for the first ever Clayton BBQ Challenge, presented by AGRI SUPPLY!

Customer Water Service Line Assessment & Report

The Town must identify the materials used in all the customer service lines in the water supply system before Oct. 16, 2024. Learn how you can help by performing a self-assessment and reporting your findings.

Local Senior Games Receive $25k WoodmenLife Donation

Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day

September 1, 2023 is Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day! This recognition is an excellent opportunity to appreciate the hard work and dedication of the Town’s Inspections Department staff, who ensure that our buildings are safe and up to code. We re...

Town of Clayton’s Ethan Poppe receives Rising Star Award

Ethan Poppe, project coordinator in the Town of Clayton Electric Department, has been named the 2023 ElectriCities Rising Star Award winner. 

The Rising Star Award recognizes up-and-coming leaders who have less than 10 years of experience and who,...

Mayor Jody McLeod Designs Local Leadership

With a focus on balance and all parts working together, Mayor Jody McLeod has leveraged a unique skillset to take Clayton to the next level. - Article by NC League of Municipalities

Clayton's First Highschool Intern Opens Door for Future Generations

Collaboration between the Town of Clayton and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has generated a unique internship opportunity for local high school student, Brayden Lawhorn.  

Lawhorn is an Academy of Engineering and Advanced Man...

Langston Named Director of The Clayton Center

Steven Langston, an essential leader of The Clayton Center and Cultural Arts Department for 19 years, has recently been selected as the Cultural Arts Director for the Town of Clayton.  

Langston has been serving as the interim Cultural Arts Direct...

Regional Skills Analysis

Clayton is joining a region-wide effort and reaching out to local businesses and industry partners in Johnston County to complete a workforce survey. The goal is to gather 130 survey responses.

94.7 QDR Acoustic Christmas for the Kids

Curtis Media Group’s 94.7 QDR, the Triangle’s home for today’s best country music, proudly announces that the 2023 Acoustic Christmas for the Kids Concert benefitting UNC Children’s Hospital and presented by Deacon Jones Auto Group, will be held on Thursd...

National Intern Day 2023

Today is National Intern Day!

Internships are a great way for students and recent graduates to gain real-world experience and explore potential career paths. The Town of Clayton is proud of its intern program and is thrilled to acknowledge the dedication a...

Important Information for Town of Clayton North Water Customers

Important Information for Town of Clayton North (Riverwood Athletic Club) Water Customers:

On July 24, 2023, Johnston County will convert the water distribution system that serves your area from Johnston East to Johnston West. This will change the disinfec...

Annual Pavement Resurfacing Program in the Town of Clayton

The Town of Clayton maintains its streets through an annual pavement resurfacing and preservation program. Beginning on Monday, July 17, the project will include repaving 5.26 miles of asphalt streets, installing new crosswalks, and replacing ADA ramps. T...

National Parks and Recreation Month

Did you know that July is National Parks and Recreation Month?  

In celebration of Clayton's parks, Community Center, and miles of greenways here are 5 things you can do this summer thanks to Clayton's Parks and Recreation facili...

Town of Clayton to Digitize with Clariti Community Development

Clariti is excited to welcome the Town of Clayton, North Carolina, to its rapidly growing customer base. The town has selected Clariti’s Community Development Software to digitize its permitting, inspections and code enforcement processes.

Southeast Area Study Update - Survey

Do you care about transportation in Clayton? We want to hear from you! The Southeast Area Study is seeking feedback from the community on the draft set of recommendations for transportation improvements across the area and how to prioritize them.

Flags for Heroes: Clayton Operations Center Honors Memory of Late Friend

The Town of Clayton Operations Center has sponsored a Flags for Heroes flag in honor of the late Donnie Sherrill Baker, who passed away from complications due to COVID-19 in 2021.  

Baker worked for the Town of Clayton as a Street Maintenance Crew...

Clayton Library Launches Summer Reading Program: All Together Now

The Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is kicking off its annual Summer Reading Program on Saturday, June 10th, at the library located at 100 S Church St. The festivities will take place from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.  

This year's theme, &q...

Clayton Utility Tracker

The Town of Clayton is proud to offer its customers a powerful tool to keep track of their utility usage in real-time. Activate your tracker and learn more about this tool!

Clayton artist captures first place ribbon

Local artist, Val Taylor, has won first place in this year's Clayton Visual Arts Paint the Town Competition. The winning piece, titled Clayton Painter, is now on display at Town Hall.   

Annually, Clayton Visual Arts holds the Pa...

24th Annual NCAMES Lineman's Rodeo

The Clayton Electric Department was excited to take part in the 24th Annual NCAMES Lineman's Rodeo, which was held at the Greenville Convention Center from May 16-18. 

Our skilled Linemen demonstrated their expertise in various events, including t...

Lumos to Invest Over $50 Million for 100% Fiber Optic Internet Expansion in Johnston & Harnett Co.

High Point, N.C. (May 24, 2023) – Lumos, a leading 100% Fiber Optic Internet and Total Home Wi-Fi service provider in the Mid-Atlantic, today announced an investment of over $50 million in Johnston and Harnett County, North Carolina, to bring it...

Clayton Improves Efficiency and Reduces Costs with Heavy Truck Lift

The Town of Clayton has recently invested in a new heavy truck lift that has resulted in significant productivity and efficiency gains, as well as substantial financial savings. The new lift columns have allowed the Fleet Services team to perform in-house...

Square-to-Square Street Festival

The annual Square to Square Street Festival will take place on Saturday, May 20 from 10am - 2pm on Main Street.

Downtown Clayton will be filled with games, activities, food, and music from Town Square to Horne Square!

Downtown Clayton Concert Series

The Annual Downtown Concert Series is complete with Food Trucks, Beer and Wine, Bounce House, a face painter and Live Music!

Long-time Fire Chief named Deputy Town Manager

After 48 years of service with the Clayton Fire Department, Fire Chief Lee Barbee has retired from the department, effective May 1. Barbee has accepted a promotion to Deputy Town Manager for the Town of Clayton, a position he has held as an interim since ...

Clayton Celebrates Local Linemen on National Lineman Appreciation Day

On April 18, National Lineman Appreciation Day, our public power community will join others across the state and the nation to honor and celebrate linemen and the difficult and important work they do to power our lives.

“Rain or shine, day or nig...

Lenetta Lucas Highlighted During WIC Week

NC 811 is proud to share the story of Lenetta Lucas in celebration of Women in Construction Week. 

In 2019 Lenetta Lucas lost her job, and her home and was unemployed for two years. She faced one of the toughest challenges in her life, but it led ...

Clayton Earth Day Clean Up

Help us celebrate Earth Day in Clayton, NC on Saturday, April 22! Let's work together to clean up our roadways, parks, greenways, neighborhoods, and open spaces.

To sign up to participate in this event, use the online registration form.

Participant...

Future of Downtown Clayton in public’s hands

The Town of Clayton is engaging the community to enhance its downtown area and set a clear vision for the future.

In an effort to make downtown more vibrant and thriving area, the Town is creating a new Downtown Master Plan. The plan will address issues su...

Town of Clayton 2023 Special Events

The Town of Clayton has announced a list of special events that the community can look forward to attending in 2023.  

Clayton annually hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including outdoor concerts, street festivals, and numerous holid...

NCDOT Hosting Open House Feb. 2 - N.C. 42 Widening

The N.C. Department of Transportation is inviting public feedback on its updated plans to widen and improve N.C. 42 in Clayton.

Introducing Kanopy

Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library Introduces Kanopy

Anyone with a HEML library card can now enjoy free video streaming with Kanopy. Kanopy is a video stream­ing plat­form ded­i­cat­ed to enriching and thought-provoking content. Discover a vast selection of...

Clayton Riverwalk on the Neuse Greenway Bridge Replacements

The Town of Clayton is excited to announce that the three bridges located along the Clayton Riverwalk on the Neuse Greenway near Riverwood will be replaced next year.

Municipal Park Groundbreaking

Clayton residents will soon see the beginning stages of construction on the new Municipal Park in Downtown Clayton.

Municipal Park, located at 325 McCullers St., is the Town’s first and oldest park, with many of its current features dating back to the earl...

Clayton Police Help Businesses Create Emergency Action Plans

People often ask themselves, “What would I do in an emergency?” It is hard to know the answer to that question if you have never faced danger. It’s even more difficult in the context of a business, church, school, or community organization. Officer Neal J...

Clayton High Partners with Town on New Artificial Turf Field

The new field is part of a partnership between the Town and the high school, which will help expand recreational and community involvement opportunities for both parties.

The Town of Clayton and Clayton High School celebrated the completion of a new artifi...