November 2019

November 2019

| Your Community. Your Neighbors. Your Story.

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PAGE 10 GROWTH IN REVENUE FOR JOHNSTON COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS PAGE 14 NEWS FROM YOUR NEIGHBORS

PAGE 16 TRIANGLE EAST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WINS HONOR PAGE 20 JOHNSTON COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU WINS MARKETING AWARDS PAGE 22 SCENES FROM SKYFEST

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INTERACTIVE MAP HIGHLIGHTS COUNTY'S CIVIL WAR TRAIL MARKERS Submitted by Johnston County Visitors Bureau

Drew Gruber, the Executive Director of Civil War Trails, stated that visiting trails signs puts visitors in the footsteps of soldiers, tenacious women, undaunted immigrants and freedom fighters.

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“These places and stories cannot be downloaded, they must be experienced, much like the destinations they are located in,” he said. “Following these historic routes, visitors will pass local wineries, breweries, restaurants and shops. The new webpage allows our visitors to plan their trip ahead of time or navigate to the next site along the way if they come across a sign while out exploring.”

The idea of trails has never been more popular with visitors, and when those trails bring interested travelers across town, county and even state lines, it creates economic vitality for the destinations and the region.

In Johnston County, the Civil War Trails’ signs are part of a larger driving trail that encompasses the Battle of Bentonville and related local Civil War history. The Bentonville Battlefield Driving Trail has 18 stops and an interactive map for that provided by the Johnston County Visitors Bureau, which can be found via www. johnstoncountync.org/bentonvillebattlefield/.

FOUR OAKS — Johnston County is home to 10 Civil War Trails historical markers, most centralized in the area of Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site in Four Oaks.

These signs display stories, pictures and maps that offer insights on military maneuvers and local histories, and they are just a portion of a larger system of signs that make up Civil War Trails, Inc. Crossing six states and

including more than 1,600 signs, Civil War Trails (CWT) is the world’s largest open-air museum.

CWT recently launched a brand new way to find signs like the ones in Johnston County, and travel along the trail — an interactive map on their website which can be accessed at www.civilwartrails.org/map.html.

“We’re excited for this new interactive map on Civil War Trails’ website, which makes discovering and exploring the CWT system even easier,” said Donna Bailey-Taylor, President/CEO for the Johnston County Visitors Bureau. “Being a part of something as big as ‘the world’s largest open-air museum' provides an additional way for visitors to discover Johnston County as a destination and to learn and interpret the rich history we have.”

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According to the Rotary Club, the park will be a place for people to visit, families or organizations to rent a picnic shelter and a place for educational programs.

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JOHNSTON COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS OFFICE SEES REVENUE GROWTH Submitted by Johnston County Register of Deeds

From left, Amy Zieverink, Assistant Register of Deeds, Craig Olive and Patty Woodall, Assistant Register of Deeds.

SMITHFIELD — Craig Olive, Johnston County Register of Deeds, recently announced substantial growth in revenue collected by his office over the last few years. For the fiscal year 2018-19, the Register of Deeds office generated a record $5,046,083.41.

Office revenue is up 56 percent from five years ago. Much of this increase is credited to the healthy economy that the county is experiencing as well as the rapid growth occurring in our county.

“People are moving to our county every day and they are buying homes, getting married, starting families and starting businesses,” Olive said. “All of these activities have

caused an increase in revenue for our office.”

collected $361,900 from this service alone.

Since 2002 when Olive took office, he has returned $2.1 million to the county in unused funds. Even with the increase in activity, he has found ways to return unused funds, which is a savings to the Johnston County taxpayers.

September 2019 saw the largest number of marriage licenses issued in Johnston County’s history, with a total 151.

Another program that has generated revenue, while providing a great service to the citizens, is having the Register of Deeds office become a Passport Acceptance Agency.

“I saw the need for this service and knew that my staff could handle this task,” Olive said. Since becoming a Passport Acceptance Agency on June 11, 2014, his office has

“I fully expect to issue over 1,200 marriage licenses in 2019,” Olive said. “As long as our county continues to experience growth at the current rate, my office will continue to see an increase in our revenue.

“However, I will always seek for ways to return unused funds to our taxpayers and be proactive in technology updates which also can be a savings to our taxpayers.”

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JOHNSTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AWARDS MORE THAN $41,000 IN GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS Submitted by Johnston County Community Foundation

• $2,500 to the Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill for the Johnston County Cares Fund • $2,500 to Johnston County Youth Services, Inc. for general operations • $2,000 to the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle for food support for at-risk Johnston County youth & families • $2,000 to Johnston County Public Schools for Central Park South • $1,500 to Johnston County Animal Protection League, Inc. for the spay and neuter program renewal

The board of advisors of the Johnston County Community Foundation announced $41,500 in local grant awards recently from its community grantmaking fund, the Cara Lee Powell Priest Endowment for Johnston County and the Lorraine Cooper Johnston County Community Foundation Endowment.

• $2,500 to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. for financial assistance and emotional support for children and families navigating a medical crisis

“We are proud to support these nonprofit programs that are so vital to the community,” board president Nancy Faber said. “We are grateful to the many generous individuals and organizations that have supported our work to inspire philanthropy across our community.”

• $2,500 to Benson Area Ministerial Association for BAMA Feeding and Community Assistance Program

This year the board granted:

• $2,500 to My Kid’s Club of Johnston County for STEM IT UP!

• $2,500 to the Johnston County Heritage Center for collections care • $2,500 to With Love from Jesus Ministries for the food pantry • $2,500 to Clayton Cultural Arts Foundation/ Carolina Youth Theatre for their production of “The Wizard of Oz”

• $1,500 to Partnership for Children of Johnston County for their program Safe Kids: Automobile Safety Education • $1,000 to Prevent Blindness North Carolina for Star Pupils Johnston County

• $2,500 to the Johnston County Arts Council for Artists-in-the-Schools

• $1,000 to Reach Out and Read for general operations The board also announced local scholarship recipients. The Ernestine J. Williams scholarship was awarded to Linda Nurrito, Brooke Burns, Nathan Kiser, Michael Aguilar and Lindsay Hall.

• $2,500 to Kenly Area Ministries for general operations

The Fred M. Parrish, Jr. scholarship was awarded to Nathan Kiser, the Helen Tomlinson Hobart scholarship was awarded to Ashlyn Hogg and The Jefferson L. & Eva W. Sugg scholarship was awarded to Nathan Kiser and Hasana Muhammad.

• $2,500 to Episcopal Farmworker Ministry for their Water in the Fields program • $2,500 to Harbor, Inc. for a safe space • $2,500 to Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Action, Inc. for their Stars Soaring to Success program

For further information, contact NCCF Grants Program Manager Christopher Fipps at 919-256-6923 or cfipps@ nccommunityfoundation.org or visit the NCCF website at nccommunityfoundation.org.

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PEER REVIEW NURSE NAMED JOHNSTON HEALTH AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH Submitted by Johnston Health

their health care processes easier and more transparent,” he said.

Herring has been with Johnston Health for 15 years. She started out as a CNA on the hospital floor for medical and surgical patients and continued to work while sitting for her LPN boards and, later, while finishing her associate degree.

Before joining the team in quality, she was a nurse in the emergency department at Smithfield.

CEO Chuck Elliott congratulates Jessica Herring, a peer review nurse in the quality department, on being named Ambassador of the Month. At left is Cynthia Holloman, director of quality management and regulatory compliance.

SMITHFIELD — Jessica Herring, the peer review nurse for the quality department, has been named Ambassador of the Month.

During a recent presentation, CEO Chuck Elliott said Herring stands

out because of the creativity, passion and experience she brings to her position.

“She’s a good listener who looks for ways in which to improve the safety of our patients and to make

“I do miss bedside nursing,” she said. “As a peer review nurse, I’m seeing things from a different side. It’s our job to make the hospital a safe environment for patients and employees.

Among the nine of us, we have a combined 145 years of experience — most of those years here at Johnston Health.”

Herring believes that most nurses feel called to their professions.

desire to make things better. I’m doing that now by improving processes,” she said. “I believe that as long as you treat patients like family, you can’t go wrong.”

Out in the community, Herring has helped with hurricane-relief efforts and has put together hearthealth programs for her church in Newton Grove and another in Johnston County.

Away from work, she enjoys spending time with her 4-year-old son, Paxton.

Through the ambassador program, Johnston Health recognizes employees who go above and beyond the call of duty. They deliver quality care, foster teamwork and offer excellent service.

In addition to a designated monthlong parking space, Herring will receive eight hours of paid time off.

“We do have the passion, the

FOUR OAKS CHURCH OF GOD MARKS 'SEE YOU AT THE POLE' Submitted by Linda Pope

Four Oaks Church of God Bishop Kevin Edwards led a service for “See You at the Pole.” The congregation met for scripture reading, singing, trumpet, pledge to the American flag and prayer.

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UNC REX AND JOHNSTON HEALTH APPROVE PLAN TO EXPAND PARTNERSHIP Submitted by Johnston Health

SMITHFIELD — UNC REX Healthcare and Johnston Health have approved a non-binding Letter of Intent to combine operations via a Joint Operating Agreement.

This proposed partnership will expand the organizations’ long history of collaboration to enhance care, improve outcomes and increase access for patients in Johnston and Wake counties.

“It’s no secret that the health care

for our co-workers and contribute to the economic growth in our communities,” said Chuck Elliott, CEO of Johnston Health.

landscape is constantly changing, and expanding our relationship with Johnston Health offers us an opportunity to better serve patients,” said Steve Burriss, president of UNC REX. “We look forward to further discussions with our colleagues at Johnston Health as we work out details of our proposed partnership.”

The boards of Johnston Health and UNC REX have approved a non-binding Letter of Intent to combine operations via a Joint

Operating Agreement. A more formal partnership is expected to be finalized in the coming months.

“Recognizing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, Johnston Health, UNC REX and UNC Health Care have been working together during the past year to identify ways that we can ensure our organizations will be poised to continue to provide quality care for our patients, secure employment opportunities

In early 2014, Johnston Health formed a joint venture with UNC Health Care, a partnership that has improved the health and wellness of residents of Johnston County and surrounding areas.

That included opening a 50-bed community hospital on Johnston Health’s Clayton campus in 2015 and recruiting new physicians and other providers.

The new agreement will expand that relationship to create new opportunities for adding specialized medical care and services closer to home for Johnston and Wake county patients. The tentative agreement calls for a long-term commitment to opening new medical facilities in Johnston County, expanding clinical services offered and more.

ROTARY CLUB OF CLEVELAND SCHOOL HANDS OUT STUDENT DICTIONARIES Submitted by Rotary Club of Cleveland School

The Rotary Club of Cleveland School recently visited Cleveland Elementary, Polenta Elementary and Selma Elementary to give away student dictionaries. The club is part of Rotary International, the world’s oldest civic organization, and its motto is “Service Above Self.” For more information, call club president Jennifer Wells at 919-669-0330 or Suzanne Wiley at 919-661-7994.

SMITHFIELD-SELMA TO HOST HALL OF FAME BANQUET Smithfield-Selma High School will host its second annual Hall of Fame Banquet on Saturday, December 7 at 6 p.m.

The school’s nomination committee looks at all nominations and selects individuals who exemplify the Spartan spirit.

This event coincides with the 50th anniversary celebration of the founding of SSS and will be held in the school cafeteria.

At the event, after the banquet’s main course, SSS students specializing in the school’s culinary arts program will serve dessert.

Tickets for the banquet are $20.

Inductees must have graduated in 2009 or later and may be nominated for diverse accomplishments including club leadership, athletics, community service, volunteer activities and other endeavors.

For more information, contact Deanna Morris at deannamorris@johnston.k12.nc.us.

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TRIANGLE EAST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WINS HONOR Submitted by Triangle East Chamber of Commerce

Pictured are, left to right, Michael Mancuso, President & CEO; Kelly Wallace, Vice President & COO; Christie Lambert, Administrative Assistant; and Dean Faile, 2019 President of the Carolina Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) honored the Triangle East Chamber of Commerce as the 2019 Outstanding Chamber of the Year at its annual conference at the Embassy Suites Oceanfront Resort in Myrtle Beach, S.C. The Triangle East Chamber of Commerce was honored as the recipient of the prestigious award for chambers with fewer than 700 members.

The CACCE Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award focuses on “acknowledging one or more significant achievements or accomplishments that a chamber has initiated, stimulated and/or led in its respective service area at some point during the past 18 months.”

Michael Mancuso, President and CEO of the Triangle East Chamber,

pointed out the role teamwork played in winning the 2019 award.

“We are excited to bring home the Outstanding Chamber of the Year award for our volunteer Board of Directors, our 480 members and especially our Triangle East communities,” he said. “This is a true testament to the power of collaboration. Only together will we continue to connect, grow and prosper.”

The Triangle East Chamber is honored to work alongside their partners to serve their members, residents, and neighbors. As Board Chair Eric Brownlee notes, “it is hard work and dedication that provides the ever-increasing value to our business community.”

To learn more more about Triangle East Chamber of Commerce, call 919-934-9166 or email christielambert@triangleeastchamber.com.

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11th annual Johnston Health Gobble Waddle set for Nov. 16 SMITHFIELD — November is a time for family, a time for Thanksgiving and a time for turkey.

As it turns out, it's also a time to run.

The 11th annual Johnston Health Gobble Waddle, presented by HealthQuest Fitness and Wellness Center, is set for Saturday, Nov. 16. It's a run/walk 5K and 10K, and it's family and pet friendly.

“Gobble Waddle is the event we do annually,” Samantha Barbour, Health and Wellness Specialist at HealthQuest and event lead, said. “It's a 5K/10K race.

The route is through south

Smithfield. … People have started to talk about it more and more. The community really enjoys it. They get excited, and they're adding more family members to their teams.”

The event, part of the Johnston Health Race Series, raises money for the Johnston Health Foundation Heart Fund and Healthy Kids Fund — while seeking canned food donations for three area food banks during the holiday season.

“We have had 1,000 pounds of food,” Barbara NarronCates, Certified Personal Trainer at HealthQuest, said.

“It's definitely grown over the years.”

Narron-Cates is the event's founder, and she's a believer in the spirit of Thanksgiving.

“When I was a little girl, I had brain cancer,” she said. “I had a lot of church members praying for me. …

We know prayer works. At 16, I was given three months to live. The doctor said if I pulled through it, it would be from a higher power.

Obviously, I did. I always wanted to find a way to give back.”

The Healthy Kids Fund, designed promote a healthy lifestyle for children 9-18, is one such way.

“We have a trainer that works with the kids in a 12-week program,” Barbour

said. “Children are able to come, and they can get a scholarship if they qualify.

They meet three times a week. The kids will be there to participate in the race.”

Of course, you can run or walk in the event. But there are other ways to get involved as well.

“There are so many different ways to make an impact,” Barbour said. “You can sponsor a team. Or be a sponsor in general. … We're looking for volunteers to come out for the race.”

“As something of a runner myself, it's really nice to have someone cheering you on,” Narron-Cates said.

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some good scenery with the houses and some little hills. There are quite a few turns, and that's kind of nice, too. Because you don't feel like you have all that way to run.”

It is a timed event, and there will be runners who are there to compete. But, there will be a healthy dose of fun, too.

“Some people dress up,” Narron-Cates said. “Like with a turkey head.”

“It's kind of like our mascot,” Barbour added.

On race day, there will be coloring stations for kids and hot chocolate — a little something for the entire family.

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DISCOVERY CHANNEL PERSONALITY TO APPEAR WITH LOCAL ROBOTICS TEAMS

By Shannon Mann

Craig Danby, a regular on Discovery Channel's BattleBots, works with Johnston County's only all-girl FIRST Lego League team. Danby, and the Techno Tigresses, will host a free community event on Saturday, Nov. 16, at Rainbow Lanes Family Fun Center.

Craig Danby, a familiar face on Discovery Channel’s “BattleBots,” will appear with Johnston County’s only all-girl, FIRST Lego League robotics team, the Techno Tigresses, in mid-November for a free, community event.

Since 1997, Danby has appeared on both the United Kingdom’s “Robot Wars” and “BattleBots” with such well-known heavyweight robots as Foxic, Foxtrot, Tanto and Predator. “BattleBots,” which started in 2010, now airs in 150 countries.

As Danby prepares for the 2020 season, his team is sponsored by Mowbot, a Durhambased, environmentally-friendly, fullservice lawn care provider. He will display some of his battle-ready robots during the community event hosted by Rainbow Lanes Family Fun Center on NC-42 in Clayton on Saturday, Nov. 16 from noon until 2 p.m.

Danby, who leads the only Battlebot team

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from the Carolinas, became involved with the middle-school aged Techno Tigresses in late August when he spoke to the team about his career and education in robotics.

He offered to mentor the rookie team as they prepare for their first competition later this year.

“A core value of Mowbot is to reach into our communities to improve the lives of our neighbors,” he said. “I can’t think of a better way to do this than by inspiring the next generation of robotics engineers.

These girls are passionate about this, and it’s fun to relate to them on this level.”

The Techno Tigresses, along with a few other Johnston County teams, will display their LEGO EV3 Mindstorm robot and demonstrate some challenges used for competition.

The girls will also talk about the FIRST Lego League robotics program which is open to students ages 9-14.

Currently Johnston County is home to six competitive FIRST Lego League teams, but there are more than 30,000 teams globally.

In addition to sharing his experience engineering and designing robots, and preparing for the next season of “BattleBots,” Danby will also share information about robot fighting leagues that use combat robots known as “insect class” robots that can range from half a pound to three pounds.

“If you’re at all interested in robotics there is something here for everyone,” said Shannon Mann, coach of the Techno Tigresses. “We’re excited to partner with Craig to spread the word about what wonderful programs are out there for youth interested in growing their knowledge and skills through STEM.”

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stops for Johnston County’s larger yard sale vendor locations, travel routes on and off US 301, and group friendly restaurants that could accommodate motor coaches.

The third award was Gold — Community Relations, for the JCVB Annual Report with individual reports for the towns of Benson, Clayton, Kenly, Selma and Smithfield. These individual reports were written to give community leaders a more in-depth view of the marketing programs, grants, publicity and digital reach the bureau provides for each town via all marketing and direct sales programs.

CONCORD — The N.C. Travel Industry Association (NCTIA) recently met in Concord, providing educational programs for over 100 travel professionals from all areas of the state.

Attendees heard from a variety of speakers with best practices on topics like bureau basics, leadership, human resources and updates on legislative issues facing tourism in North Carolina.

Destination Marketing Awards for projects taking place in FY 2018. The bureau’s marketing programs received two platinum and one gold award.

One of the annual highlights is the Destination Marketing Awards banquet at which the Johnston County Visitors Bureau has received more than 50 awards over the past 15 years.

At the 2019 conference, the Visitors Bureau received three

These custom maps are created in a program called Map Publisher and can be printed for groups or posted up on the bureau’s website. This new service is connecting visitor industry partners to in-market meeting attendees, that may not

The first award, Platinum Award — Convention Marketing, was for Groups, Weddings and Meetings Maps created for attendees while in the county for meetings or special events.

otherwise discover the local coffee shop, unique retail store or new brewery just around the corner. Meeting planners are excited to utilize this service just like they would a very expensive custom destination app, but the customization is for their unique event and provided at no charge.

The second award, Platinum Award — Group Marketing, was for the 301 Endless Yard Sale Group Tour Profile Sheet, which was used for direct marketing at trade shows for attracting groups to this annual event that draws thousands of visitors to the county.

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In addition to being mailed out to prominent community leaders and industry stakeholders, the reports were translated into presentations that were given to each town’s council by the JCVB President/CEO and posted online as PDF documents.

Ashby Brame, Director of Marketing and Jenna Andreasen, Content Manager, attended the conference and accepted the awards on behalf of the bureau.

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SOUTH JOHNSTON HIGH CELEBRATES 50 YEARS Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools

More than 300 alumni, staff, elected officials and community members visited South Johnston High to celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary. Pictured, from left are Principal William Weaver, Johnston County Commissioner Chad Stewart, Four Oaks Mayor Pro Tem Vic Medlin, Johnston County Board of Education member Teresa Grant, Johnston County Board of Education member Ronald Johnson, Johnston County Board of Education member Terri Sessoms, Johnston County Board of Education member Tracie Zukowski and JCPS Area Assistant Superintendent Dr. David Pearce.

FOUR OAKS — Hundreds of members of the South Johnston High community gathered recently together to celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary and rich history.

exhibited by our towns and communities,” said Weaver. “The event on Saturday night reiterated the pride and support that our community has for our school.”

“The 50th Anniversary Celebration was a great event for all attendees,” said South Johnston High Principal William Weaver. “It was great to see the amount of support from all ages that attended. We were fortunate to have former graduates from various decades, retired staff, current parents, students and supporters.”

More than 300 alumni, staff, elected officials and community members visited the school for the special event.

On Sept. 21, the doors of the school were opened to community members for tours led by the Trojan Ambassadors, students who are in senior leadership.

“South Johnston High School has seen a tremendous amount of success over the past 50 years as a result of the support that has been

“We are thankful for our elected leaders that continue to provide support for our school to be a place where our young people can learn and prepare to be the professionals and leaders of tomorrow,” said Weaver.

Members of Student Government Association and FFA were stationed at specific places throughout the school to detail how the school had changed over the years. All 50 of the school’s yearbooks were on display for guests to look through.

Following the tours, guests were treated to entertainment and a dinner in the school’s old gymnasium.

“I am truly blessed to be the principal of South Johnston High School and look forward to the continued success of our school in the years to come,” said Weaver. “The 50th event provided an opportunity for all participants to reminisce about the many special memories that South Johnston has provided for them.”

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CLAYTON — History was made in the Town of Clayton recently as community leaders and global healthcare company Novo Nordisk cut the ribbon on an almost $40 million regional industrial wastewater pretreatment facility constructed through an innovative publicprivate partnership.

Mayor Jody McLeod, Novo Nordisk Corporate Vice President Chad Henry, N.C. Sen. Brent Jackson and N.C. Rep. Donna White gathered with state and Johnston County leaders to celebrate the completion of

the R. Steven Biggs Regional Wastewater Pretreatment Facility. Located just off U.S. 70 in Eastern North Carolina’s BioPharma Crescent, this stateof-the-art plant was four years in the making and will be able to treat almost 450,000 gallons of industrial wastewater per day.

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Over the past 17 months, Novo Nordisk transformed the site where controlled chemical and biological processes will clean industrial wastewater by removing concentrations of nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus which can be harmful to aquatic ecosystems in excess levels.

While the facility was constructed by Novo Nordisk,

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“This innovative economic development initiative is a win-win for all involved.

In addition to providing the infrastructure needed to support our manufacturing expansion, the Town of Clayton now has greater leverage to attract more businesses to the BioPharma Crescent region.”

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DR. DARRYL MCGRAW RETIRES FROM JCC Submitted by Johnston Community College

SMITHFIELD — Dr. Darryl McGraw retired recently from his position as vice president of administration, financial and information technology resources at Johnston Community College after 32 years of service.

Since 2016, McGraw served as the college’s chief financial officer providing leadership in planning, organizing and directing financial operations as well as management in the areas of human resources, information technology, facilities and construction management, auxiliary services and campus

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McGraw joined JCC for the second time three years ago. Early in his career, he served as the dean of information technology at the college.

A Whiteville native, McGraw worked as vice chancellor of information technology and chief information officer at North Carolina A&T State University before JCC. Prior to that position, he worked as the chief information officer at Wake Tech Community College and as the associate vice president for instructional development and technology with the North Carolina Community College System.

Over the past three years,

McGraw focused a lot of energy on improving the aesthetics of campus, facility upgrades and managing construction of the college’s new Student Success Center set to open in October.

He said he was also proud that Johnston County voters supported a $15 million bond last November that will allow for the construction of an engineering building on main campus.

“I am grateful to Johnston Community College and Dr. David Johnson for allowing me to finish my career at JCC with 32 years of service,” McGraw said.

“Being part of a high-performing organization gives me a great sense of pride. We can all be proud of the efforts of the college.”

Johnson, JCC president, thanked McGraw for his management and leadership.

“Darryl has been an invaluable member of the Administrative Council team and a tireless contributor to the many efforts of JCC,” Johnson said. “His span of control has been broad and yet he managed those areas admirably.

Although his latest service to JCC has been short lived, he has, with his staff, totally transformed the appearance of our campus. His expertise and total commitment to JCC will be sorely missed.”

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A look at the square at McCandless Crossing, outside of Pittsburgh. This is a recently completed mixed-use project by AdVenture Development.

Photo courtesy of AdVenture Development.

Eastfield Crossing bringing opportunity to Selma

By Randy Capps

SELMA — Most people in Johnston County are familiar with Exit 97 on I-95 in Selma.

both single- and multi-family living options — among other things.

It's an area that used to feature JR's, a driving range and a healthy amount of cars in a sprawling parking lot facing the interstate.

Imagine an area like North Hills in Raleigh, but in Selma.

Today, there are only traces of that activity on the southern part of that interchange.

But, at the top of the ramp, if you look across U.S. 70 toward the Days Inn, you'll see an understated sign that reads, “Eastfield. Leasing Opportunities.”

Change is most certainly coming.

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“I've met with the folks at North Hills a couple of times,” AdVenture Development founder Kevin Dougherty said. “And I've gone there to get inspiration. They're very vertical. We're going to be more horizontal.”

It's an ambitious project, but one that Dougherty and his team have had some practice handling.

The recently completed McCandless Crossing, outside of Pittsburgh, is a mixed-use property that features a fitness center, a Trader Joe's, a movie theater, a HomeGoods and a litany of other retail options that dot the wish lists of

Johnston County shoppers and diners.

“I've told people down here that's the Crabtree of Pittsburgh,” Dougherty said, comparing the project to the popular Raleigh mall. “It's 1.2 million square feet of mixed use on 135 acres.

(Eastfield Crossing) is three million square feet on 470 acres. It could get bigger than that.

Could be a little smaller. But it's going to be somewhere in that range.”

Eastfield Crossing wasn't always going to be this big. The aforementioned sign bears that out, as the 1.5 in front of the “million square feet” is crossed out on the sign with a 2.8 in red in its place.

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An outline of the plans for the project. Illustrations courtesy of AdVenture Development.

90. It really came from my kids saying, 'dad, there's no Panera. There's no Target. There's no Dick's.' … That's what really started me thinking about retail.”

mouth. He said, 'when do I start?”

Dougherty and his family moved to Johnston County in 2004. For his wife, Hope, a Princeton native, it was a move back. As the ideas for the project got bigger and bigger, Dougherty wanted to bring in some help.

“When I came on board, one of the things I said to Kevin was that this is a great logistics location,” he said. “I was in logistics and supply chain for 30 years before I made the transition over (here). You look at the highway network with 95 and then we're in the center of North Carolina and really the center of the east coast.”

That park, with easy access to both I-95 and U.S. 70, as well as the railroad, will add inventory for potential businesses to relocate to Johnston County.

“It's 822 miles from here to Portland, Maine,” Dougherty added. “And it's 822 miles to Miami.”

“This thing, in the middle of the recession, kind of stalled,” Dougherty said. “We had somewhere around 90 to 100 acres. Then, around 2013, it revved up again. Then (McDonnell) joined, and we threw out all those plans. We started over again, adding the business park piece. Since then, we've closed on 403 acres, including buying the former JR building.”

So, he turned to Mark McDonnell, a college roommate from his days at John Carroll University, just outside of Cleveland.

“He was sitting in Chicago in January,” Kevin Dougherty said. “So, when you call and invite him down here, I didn't even have to open my

McDonnell brought a different perspective to, and a new idea for, Eastfield Crossing.

“Then, we looked at the north, south, east, west rail access,” McDonnell said. “That led Kevin to take a look at that piece in the back which will become the business park.”

Adding the business park meant scrapping the original plan and coming up with an even grander vision.

JR's used to reside in that 70,000-square foot building, but now they're just in a cigar lounge on the end. The rest of that parcel is being redeveloped as the Triangle East Center, which will feature an event space, a food hall, a medical clinic and the North Carolina Craft House, which Dougherty hopes will become “a Mecca for craft beer lovers.”

The food hall will be comparable to a mall's food court, or similar to Morgan Street Food Hall in Raleigh, with as many as eight dining options, along with coffee and dessert vendors.

Another look at McCandless Crossing.

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This part of the project is scheduled to be completed next year, with the rest of it coming later.

the fact that it will include a farmer's market and will be built around existing farms in the area.

McCandless Crossing, for example, took seven years and eight phases.

“Paying attention to Johnston County's roots in agriculture has been a big component,” Dougherty said. “Instead of having a golf course community, having a farm community.

Having residential tied to a farm is important.

They refer to them as agrihoods.”

“This elephant won't get eaten quick,” Dougherty said. “It will be a seven- to 10-year build out.”

Naturally, people are curious as to what names might wind up in all that planned retail space.

“I expect there will be a new grocer,” Dougherty said. “I expect maybe an entertainment piece. But I do think you'll see fashion, you'll see sporting goods. Probably a home improvement of sorts. Many of the national retailers that aren't here. It's a huge list.”

He also mentioned the possibility of as many as a dozen new restaurant options.

And everything on the potential list is family friendly.

“We're not going to have non-family uses here,” he said. “It's going to be an environment where children, parents and grandparents can be here together. One of the things I love up there (about McCandless Crossing) is that we have a brew pub called BJ's. I love seeing four generations in there celebrating granddad's birthday.”

Another unique aspect of Eastfield Crossing is

When the project is completed, it's not hard to imagine the restaurants in Eastfield Crossing buying sweet potatoes from the farms right down the road.

That attention to detail, and a desire to listen to county residents, runs through the planning of Eastfield Crossing.

“I pray about it all the time,” Dougherty said. “I don't want to do anything stupid here. I want us, as a team, to do a project that the community's proud of, that enhances the culture here. … By bringing something complimentary, not something that competes directly.

“For the most part, people have been very supportive. We've also been encouraging people to provide their input. We're just several knuckleheads here who have decided that we want to do this thing and create an environment.”

That environment is located in a place that offers developers incentives for their

investment.

“All of downtown Selma, and our property, is Opportunity Zone,” Dougherty said.

“Anybody that makes an investment using capital gains, if you put $100 that normally you'd pay tax on because you sold something — whether it be a stock or a business or a piece of real estate. If you take that and invest it in an OZ, you'd pay no tax until 2026. And then, you'll pay 85 percent of the tax you would have paid.

“That extra 15 percent is one of the benefits.

But anything you invest in, if you hold it for 10 years, any gain you have over that 85 percent, is 100 percent tax free.”

While that has obvious benefits for entrepreneurs, it also serves the community as well.

“It's most beneficial in places that would develop anyway,” Dougherty said. “It acts as an accelerant. And, it acts as a stabilizer because to get the benefit, you have to stay for 10 years. When you build something you're going to own for 10 years, you build it differently. In construction, you're not using half-inch, you're using five-eighths. You're building for the long haul.

“And that's how we're looking at all this. We think Johnston County, Smithfield and Selma are great long term investments. … Just diamonds waiting to be polished.”

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Dr. Wefald then went to Indiana where he practiced for 10 years before having the opportunity to come back and be a fulltime cardiologist in Johnston County. He jumped at the chance.

“My educational background certainly made me the doctor that I am today,” he said. “At Princeton, I had the chance to work closely with Nobel prize winners and other excellent teachers and did research in biochemistry that was published in well-respected journals.

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“At Duke, I learned how to do cardiovascular procedures from some of the best in their fields,” Dr. Wefald said. “I really think my education made me who I am today along with the experience of practicing for about the last 28 years, utilizing my skills and cuttingedge technology.”

He also got his first taste of practicing medicine in Johnston County during that time.

“I think the most important thing in looking at a cardiologist is whether that person has the time for you to look you in the eye and listen and not rely too much on technology,” Dr. Wefald said.

“Putting together your diagnosis also depends on how well that physician can communicate and express in plain language exactly what is going on with you and your health.

“I think my practice focuses on face-toface communication, examination and careful explanations of the results of tests that were found to be necessary and in helping the patient formulate a plan to maintain their best health.”

His staff is also a big part of the patient experience.

“I have the privilege of working with an excellent staff who over the years has developed an understanding of how I like my patients to be treated,” Dr. Wefald said. “When you call the office, you will always get a human being to answer the

phone — you will never have to leave a recording and wait for a call back.

“While we are not perfect, we listen and we attempt to treat the patient from the moment they walk in to the moment they walk out with the utmost respect, kindness and personal attention.”

Educating his patients is also a key component in Dr. Wefald’s practice “One of the things that I do in my practice is educate people on the things that they can do to take care of themselves,” he said. “Particularly diet and exercise are important, but also making sure that their medications are taken correctly, on time and that they understand the reasons why these medications are necessary.

“Education is so important for patients from physicians because it helps the patient to understand exactly what each medication does and why it is so important.”

He carries that mission on through a weekly one-hour radio show on WPTF680 AM. These shows are also available in podcast form through Apple. Search “Heart Health” to find recordings of all of his past shows.

“Doing the show is not promotional for my practice, but a service to the community in answering questions that are called in and also discussing important health topics of the day,” Dr. Wefald said.

HARMONY PLAYGROUND CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING Submitted by Town of Clayton

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grants, donations from Johnston County and even fundraising by N.C. State University Park Scholars have helped reach $600,000.

Recently, Clayton took a step closer to building a space where all children can play together — no matter their ability.

Raleigh musician Chris Hendricks told the crowd that the playground will serve more people that most realize. He was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when he was four years old and now is father to a 15-month-old daughter. He said he has always lived in fear — wondering how he would be able to play with his daughter, chase her or catch her when she fell.

Harmony Playground, just off N.C. 42 and Glen Laurel Road, broke ground recently on its new facility. It’s a playground designed to include special areas and equipment for children with autism, mobility challenges, physical and mental disabilities.

A grassroots group called the Clayton Community Recreational Foundation has been raising money to build this inclusive playground for more than five years. State

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“While this playground means so much for young people with conditions, it also means so much for people like myself…parents, who have conditions, with children who may or may not,” he said. “Because now there is a

space, there is a place, there is a community where I can take my daughter and I can chase her and I can play catch with her. And while I may still not be able to catch her, I will know she’s in a place where if she does fall, she will land safely in the arms of your playground.”

There are 300,000 people living within 20 miles of Clayton and estimates show that means there are at least 4,000 children with disabilities.

Organizers hope the playground will be ready for families by the late summer or early fall of next year.

To learn more, visit www.harmonyplayground.org.

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OneCompassion serves the community in a variety of ways comes in.

“OneTable is a special monthly neighborhood event series designed to encourage togetherness, community, inclusiveness and compassion,” Woodall said. “With the help of a community sponsor, we are able to provide a free meal to anyone and everyone in our community! OneTable is hosted behind the Paper Company Building in downtown Clayton (114 W. Main St.) and the monthly sponsor provides the meal.”

CLAYTON — One would expect the “about” section of a charity’s website to paint a rosy picture of its plans to improve the community it serves.

task through several different outlets.

So it’s no surprise that the people behind OneCompassion state that they, “are ordinary people working to make an extraordinary impact in our local community, and each is passionate about bridging the gaps in Johnston County through their different ministries.”

“OneCompassion is able to come alongside Johnston County’s families in a multitude of ways,” Woodall said. “(We can) mentor children, provide home-cooked meals, help during financial crisis or ensure families in need are able to celebrate Christmas.

The common thread sewn into all these programs was a sense of compassion towards the people of Johnston County, specifically those in need.”

Make no mistake, however.

OneCompassion’s impact on the Clayton area goes far beyond words.

That thread starts with the Build Ministry, a year-round program designed to help people in need.

“OneCompassion was founded by Reid and Jaclyn Smith in 2014,” OneCompassion Executive Director Christine Woodall said. “As residents of Johnston County and the owners of One27Homes, Reid and Jaclyn wanted to focus on the community just as much as their new business and share God’s work through random and unexplainable acts of compassion.”

“We build metaphorical bridges with people who have proof of crisis,” Woodall said. “Individuals, schools and organizations come and nominate a need and we map out where are they now, where are they going, what is the place of self-sustainability and how can we help get them there?”

The organization accomplishes that

Building the future is also important to OneCompassion, and that’s why it established the Mentor Program.

“OneCompassion has partnered with Cooper Academy to provide a oneof-a-kind Mentor Program,” Woodall said. “The OneCompassion Mentor Program envisions empowered youth as successful decision makers in our school and community. We are dedicated to strengthening community connections while modeling and developing positive life skills for growth and success.

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Another constant need in the community is the fight against hunger, which is where the OneTable program

“Our mentors commit to building a relationship with a mentee throughout the school year. While being supported

by OneCompassion and Cooper Academy, mentors build relationships with mentees, develop students in selfreflection, reinforce lessons learned from a setback, advise mentees on goals and action steps and celebrate accomplishments.”

Of course, the holidays are a time of particular need for many people in the community. OneCompassion’s Holiday Ministry works to address that.

“Through our Holiday Ministry, we want families to experience the joy of giving and receiving grace and compassion just as we have,” Woodall said. “For this reason, we enable parents to bless their own families with a decorated home, Christmas gifts for the entire family, food for a Christmas dinner, food for the entire holiday break and household cleaning and toiletry items.

“We spend months preparing and identifying and vetting families to ultimately provide a Christmas to deserving families right here in Johnston County. The Holiday Ministry is only made possible by countless hours put in from our volunteer team and the generous gifts from donors. Because of the generosity of the last year’s donors and family sponsors, we were able to serve the needs of 33 families in our community!”

Woodall is quick to point out that this sort of work wouldn’t be possible with community support.

“Our community partners are individuals and businesses who are invested in their community and are passionate about serving those in need in Johnston County,” she said. “Our community partners like One27Homes, Jaclyn Smith Properties, and many others are critical to the success of our mission. These partners make up our volunteer teams and sponsors for events like the Holiday Ministry and OneTable, which also provides OneCompassion with opportunities to share what we are doing with their employees.”

Want to get involved? Here’s how: Volunteers are needed for long-term projects and monthly events. If there is a specific ministry that you want to get involved with, let us know through an email to info@onecompassion.com. Or, to make a donation, visit onecompassion.com/give.

‘PUP CUPS’ OPEN FOR BUSINESS, HELPS BUILD COMMUNITY AT PRINCETON ELEMENTARY Submitted by Johnston County Public Schools

Students at Princeton Elementary visit the teachers in their school every Friday morning to sell coffee and water from their beverage cart, dubbed “Pup Cups.”

Pictured are: Front row, left to right, are Jennifer Garnish, Joshua Rodenbaugh, Jenna Williams, Joseph Heaton-Rhodes, Jerome Blankumsee, Zy'Airah Byrd, Blaize Harris and Bridgett Winstead. Back row: Lori Edwards, Meredith Thompson, Lily Liles, Kylie Godwin, Caleb Jackson, Leavian Johnson, Sebastian Arbeau, Buddy the Bulldog, Kaemon Benson, Zander Pete Liles, Lucas Amaya, Jesse Connor Moore, Allyson Flemer and Blanca Olivia.

PRINCETON — Every Friday morning at Princeton Elementary “Pup Cups” is open for business.

The students don special aprons and sell coffee from beverage carts, all while lifting the spirits of their school community.

Meredith Thompson, a Princeton Elementary Exceptional Children's teacher, created Pup Cups through her initiative titled Project Acceptance.

“Over the summer I wrote a grant to Donors Choose to start Project Acceptance, which is a program that spreads disability awareness,” she said.

“At the same time we help our students practice on the skills that we incorporate into our curriculum such as social communication, daily hygiene and other life skills.”

Pup Cups opened at the start of the school year. It began with students in Thompson’s class selling beverages from a stationary cart in her classroom.

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“My initial startup was the beverage cart so that my students could spread disability awareness and also practice on the skills we incorporate in our curriculum,” she said.

After the first week, the class was able to expand their operation to two mobile beverage carts and one stationary cart thanks to several donations.

“We go around on Friday mornings and serve coffee and bottled water from our beverage cart,” said Princeton Elementary teacher Allyson Flemer. “All of our children are assigned different jobs.

They’re learning social skills, how to handle money and functional skills they’ll be able to use in their lives.”

The students who participate in Pup Cups are enrolled in self-contained classrooms where they focus on not only standard curriculum, but also social and emotional learning.

“This has allowed them to speak up and have a voice to share what they know,”

said Thompson.

Thompson said that Project Acceptance has allowed her students to put these skills to use and interact with their peers in other classrooms while also learning life skills.

“Pup Cups has been the perfect addition to Princeton Elementary,” said Princeton Elementary Principal Melissa Hurst.

“When our teachers approached us about the idea for Pup Cups, it seemed like the perfect fit for a place where community is at the heart of everything we do.”

Thompson and the rest of her colleagues hope that Pup Cups will raise enough money to take their students on field trips and possibly visit Bitty and Beau’s in Wilmington.

Bitty and Beau’s is a widely popular coffee shop chain that originated in Wilmington and is run by employees with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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5. Complain about your children or pregnancy implying that being infertile is easier or preferred.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Add your organization’s events to the community calendar at JohnstonNow.com or email us at calendar@JohnstonNow.com. For the full community calendar with hundreds of area events, visit JohnstonNow.com.

NAMI Support Groups and Classes The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers free weekly support groups throughout Johnston County for both those who are in recovery with mental illness (NAMI Connection) and for their caregivers, loved ones and friends as well (NAMI Family Support). For more information on the support groups and educational classes of NAMI Johnston County, NC, visit www.namijcnc.net, email namijcnc@gmail.com or call 919-9805277.

Rudy Theatre Christmas Jubliee The Christmas Jubilee is underway at the Rudy. For dates and times, visit rudytheatre. com.

Every Monday, 7:30-8 p.m., Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, 7:30-8 p.m. and Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Angels on a Mission Food Pantry Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, 9856 Hwy. 210, Four Oaks This organization helps feed families in need in Johnston County. It is also in need of volunteers. For more information, contact John Jernigan at 919-320-7387.

Every Monday and Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Smithfield Running Club Join the Smithfield Running Club each week to meet new people, get back in shape, train for races and explore the growing downtown area of Smithfield. For more information, find them on Facebook by searching for Smithfield Running Club or email smithfieldrunningclub@gmail.com.

Every Tuesday, 7 a.m.

Cleveland School Rotary Club Cleveland Draft House, Garner Cleveland School Rotary Club meets weekly and serves the citizens of the 40/42 area of Johnston County and Garner.

First and third Tuesdays, Noon Clayton Rotary Mid-day Club Cleveland Draft House, Clayton This small group of service-minded individuals is very dedicated to community betterment in Clayton and Johnston County.

First and third Tuesdays, 6 p.m.

Smithfield Lions Club Golden Corral, Smithfield This group gathers for fellowship and a meal (self-paid), and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Come learn about the club and how it helps with local community service projects.

For more information contact, Karen Brown at 919-934-2555.

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First and third Thursdays, 6:45 p.m.

Clayton Civitan Club meeting Clayton Civitan Building, McCullers St., Clayton Join the Clayton Civitan Club for its monthly meetings. Call 919-550-0694 for more information.

First and third Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

Fellowship Masonic Lodge #84 meeting Fellowship Masonic Lodge #84, S. Brightleaf Blvd., Smithfield Fellowship Masonic Lodge #84 meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m., and visitors are welcome. The lodge will open at 7:30 p.m. For more information, email Grover Dees at gdees1@nc.rr.com.

Second Wednesday, 9 a.m.

Veterans Rally Point American Legion Post 132, Pitchl Street, Smithfield All veterans are invited to attend “Veterans Rally Point” on the second Wednesday of each month. This is a place where veterans can meet, socialize and network. For more information, call Robert Boyette at 19-9895067.

Second Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.

Johnston County Chapter of National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees Golden Corral, Smithfield Join the Johnston County Chapter of National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees for their monthly meeting on the second Wednesday of each month at Golden Corral. Stay up to date on the latest educational programs and federal and state legislation affecting current federal employees and retirees. To learn more, email bhwoodard25@aol.com.

Second Wednesday, Noon The Woman’s Club of Clayton meeting 109 Church Street, Clayton The Woman’s Club of Clayton (TWCC) is a nonprofit philanthropic organization made up of professional women who share a common goal: to work together to improve our local community, socially, physically, culturally and educationally. Please consider joining us and help us serve those in need of assistance. TWCC meets at Noon the second Wednesday of each month (except June, July and August).

Second Thursday, 6 p.m.

Johnston County Writers Group Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield Join a hard-working group of local writers and poets, beginner to advanced, who network, critique each other’s work, listen to guest authors and organize open mics and write-ins around the county. It’s free and open to the public. For more information, email facilitator Cindy Brookshire at jocowriters@gmail.com.

Third Monday, 6-7:30 p.m.

Kiwanis Club of Clayton, N.C. Cleveland Draft House, U.S. 70 Business The Kiwanis Club of Clayton, N.C., serves the community with emphasis on school youth Kiwanis programs. It advises two local high school KEY (Kiwanis Educating Youth) clubs and one elementary school club and meets each month. For more information, email president Jack Tucker at mrtcpa@gmail.com or call 805-377-9573.

Third Tuesday Widowed Persons Fellowship Group Parkside Cafe, Pine Level The Widowed Persons Fellowship Group, Johnston County, cordially invites widowed males and females to join them at their monthly self-pay dinner meeting. There is no charge to join their group. Come and see what they’re all about. Call 919-965-3865 with any questions.

Third Wednesday, 11:45 a.m.

Clayton Women In Business meeting Rainbow Lanes, Clayton Clayton WIN’s core purpose is to support emerging and established women entrepreneurs, leaders and other professionals, empowering them through mentoring, learning, development and professional networking thereby giving back to the community. For more information, visit www.

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Every Thursday, 6:45 a.m.

Clayton Rotary Morning Club Rainbow Lanes, Clayton Every Thursday morning, 70 service-minded people, representing all ages, genders and races meet at Rainbow Lanes in Clayton.

Breakfast is served at 6:45 a.m. and the hourlong meeting starts sharply at 7 a.m.

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Plant a Row for the Hungry - Johnston County JCC Arboretum Volunteers plan and take care of vegetable gardens and an orchard year round, and all of the harvest is donated to local soup kitchens and food pantries. No previous gardening experience is required and training is provided. Adults welcome, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent. For more information, please contact Tiffany at plantarow@yahoo.com.

Every Thursday, 12 p.m.

Central Johnston County Rotary Club The Central Johnston County Rotary Club meets every Thursday for lunch at the Johnston Medical Mall and serves the Smithfield and Selma areas.

Every Thursday, 6:15 p.m.

Clayton Area Toastmasters meetings JCC Workforce Development Center, Clayton Clayton Area Toastmasters is a public speaking club in affiliation with Toastmasters International. For more, visit claytontm.com.

Every Thursday (through Dec.), noon Free Child Fingerprinting Blackman Detective Services, Benson Road, Garner Get your children fingerprinted, courtesy of Blackman Detective Services. There will be fruit snacks and free coffee available. Kids and parents can meet with detectives to ask questions and see some cool gear. Parents take home the prints along with a free file of information to fill and keep handy at home.

Every Third Friday, 6-9 p.m.

Free Carriage Rides Downtown Smithfield The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation hosts free carriage rides, starting on the corner of Third and Market, around the beautiful, historic downtown area each month. Have dinner and drinks at locally owned restaurants, catch a movie at the Howell Theatre and enjoy some small town charm.

First Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

Four Oaks American Legion meeting American Legion Building, Hwy. 301, Four Oaks All veterans are encouraged to attend the monthly meeting of Four Oaks American Legion Post 346 on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Third Thursday, 6 p.m.

Four Oaks American Legion Ladies Auxiliary meeting American Legion Building, Hwy. 301, Four Oaks All veterans’ wives are encouraged to attend the monthly meeting of Four Oaks American Legion Post 346 on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m.

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Third Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

Democratic Women of Johnston County meeting St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Smithfield The Democratic Women of Johnston County have a monthly meeting on the third Thursday of the month. For more details, visit www.jcdp.org/dwjc.

First Friday of the month, 7:30-9 a.m.

Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Member Breakfast Cleveland Draft House, Garner Join the Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce for its free member breakfast each month. Contact the chamber at 919773-8448 for more information.

Third Friday Clayton Area Parkinson’s Group All people with Parkinson’s and their caregivers are invited to learn, socialize and exchange ideas in friendly and casual meetings. Meeting locations and times vary.

To learn more, call Mark or Jane Wilson at 919-359-0633 or 919-631-2628. Or email retiredones@earthlink.net.

Last Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.

Coffee Club Edward Jones, Hwy 70 Bus. West, Clayton Join a coffee club, hosted by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Brad Palmer, and discuss current events, the economy, and investing in a relaxed and informal setting. It’s a great way to get to know one another. Coffee and breakfast pastries provided. Call Christine at 919-879-8974 or email brad.palmer@ edwardjones.com by the Friday prior to RSVP. Last Friday Free carriage rides, Clayton Enjoy free carriage rides in downtown Clayton. Every last Friday, there will be free horse-drawn carriage rides. Come out and explore the downtown Clayton area and go for a nice ride with Southern Charm Carriages. For more details, call 919-9460924.

Third Saturday, 1 p.m.

Refreshing Springs Outreach Ministries Fairfield Inn and Suites, Smithfield Come out to worship and fellowship with a growing ministry at Fairfield Inn & SuitesMarriott. For questions, email Rev. Pam Ballard at pballard@refreshingspringsrc. com or call 919-585-7497.

Last Saturday, 1 p.m.

Crafter’s Day James Bryan Creech Public Library, Four Oaks Bring your latest arts and crafts items to share and work with other like-minded people. Learn new techniques and find out how others do things. Have a little coffee while you’re at it.

First Sunday, 9 a.m.

Special Needs Ministry Four Oaks United Methodist Church Four Oaks United Methodist Church has developed a Special Needs Ministry for the community. Everyone, including families with special needs individuals, is welcome to attend a 30-minute service that uses children’s music and an open format that allows the children to make noise and move around as needed. Parents can relax in casual attire, and no offering will be collected. For more information, contact Pastor Linda Leuser at 919-938-0000 or email to lindaleuser@gmail.com.

Oct. 30-Nov. 3 Clayton Harvest Festival The Clayton Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Clayton Harvest Festival is fun for all ages.

The Midway (carnival rides and games) sponsored by ElectriCities of NC will be open all five days of the festival. It also includes events such as the Squealin’ on the Square BBQ competition and People’s Choice, the return of the Clayton Idol singing competition, Clayton’s largest vendor fair, a classic car show, concerts, a family movie night, a kid’s hot dog creation contest and a Latin American Festival. Learn more and check for the schedule at ClaytonHarvestFestival.com.

Nov. 1-3, 9 a.m.

Book Sale The Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield is having a book sale in the library meeting room on the second floor.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m.

JWL’s 4th annual Touch-A-Truck Downtown Smithfield The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield is hosting its annual Touch-A-Truck, which is a unique and interactive fundraiser that allows children to see, touch and explore their favorite trucks and heavy machinery.

Admission is free, and $5 wristbands will be available for inflatables, face painting and more. Proceeds to benefit My Kids Club of Selma.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m.

Run for the Brave 5K/Veterans Day Observance Benson Race day registration will be held from 7-8:30 a.m. The 5K will begin promptly at 9 a.m. at TNT Fitness. Walkers and strollers are encouraged in the race. Proceeds will go to a local veterans organization. After the race, runners can enjoy entertainment, food, a vendor village, a car show and activities for the kids. The Veterans Day parade will begin at 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 7 a.m.

Neuse Charter School Fall Festival Don’t miss cow patty bingo, games, a 5K, costume parade, food and more! Proceeds to benefit NCS organizations.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m.

Toy Run Shelton’s Harley-Davidson, Smithfield Donate a toy valued at $10 or more to ride.

Toys will be donated to area charities and lunch is included with a donation.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 4 p.m.

Fall Festival Hickory Grove Advent Christian Church, Four Oaks Check out the Hickory Grove Advent Christian Church Fall Festival. They will have grilled barbecue chicken from 4-7 p.m. Eat in or carry out at $10 per plate for adults, and $5 per plate for kids under 6. Hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries and drinks will be $1 each. There’s an auction at 7 featuring homemade items such as quilts, woodwork items, photography and more.

For more information, call 919-934-7996.

Saturday, Nov. 2, noon The Shindig 2019 Downtown Clayton Music For Your Beers! The Shindig returns with more than 25 beers available and nine bands on two stages. For more information, visit www.thshindig.net.

Sunday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m.

Homecoming New Life Missionary Baptist Church Swift Creek Road, Smithfield New Life Missionary Baptist Church will have its homecoming on Sunday, November 3. Services will begin at 11 a.m., followed by a meal.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 4 p.m.

BBQ Plate Sale Burnell Baptist Church, Old School Road, Four Oaks The Brotherhood of Burnell Baptist Church will sponsor a BBQ Plate Sale. Eat-in or takeout plates are $8 each. For more information call 919-389-1876.

Sunday, Nov. 3, 1 p.m.

ECSC Fall Breeze The Farm at 42, Selma Enjoy an afternoon of beach music, dancing and raffle drawings. Tickets are $25 in advance at www.one.bidpal.net/fallbreeze/ welcome and $30 at the door. BlackWater and Band of Oz are the featured acts. For more information, visit www.hopeabounds. org/fall-breeze.

Monday, Nov 4, 7 p.m.

Clayton Piano Festival: Classical Masterworks with Zsolt Bognár The Piazza at Portofino, Clayton Known to many around the globe in musical and cultural circles, Zsolt Bognár is host of the award-winning film series “Living the Classical Life.” As concert pianist, he frequently gives inspiring performances and lectures in North America, Europe and Asia. In this performance, he will take concertgoers on a journey through some of the world’s greatest classical piano music in his inimitable and candid style of presentation and performance. For ticket information, visit www.claytonpianofestival.org.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m.

Clayton Piano Festival: “Living in the Moment” with Joey Chang Cary Arts Center, Dry Ave., Cary A classically trained prodigy pianist, composer and multi-genre improvisor, Joey Chang is a unique rising star on the musical scene in New York City since graduating from Julliard in 2018. His chameleonic skills as an improvisor allow him to collaborate with many different artists in most genres. He will create his own program for CPF, including film and audio/ visual projections, personal anecdotes, and audience requests. For ticket information, visit www.claytonpianofestival.org.

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Friday, Nov. 8, 5 p.m.

Swimsgiving SRAC Don’t miss the “Swimsgiving” event at the Smithfield Recreation and Aquatic Center.

Admission is four cans of canned goods or non-perishable food items. All food items raised go back into the community to families and groups in need. To lean more, call 919-934-2148.

Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m.

BBQ Cook Off Challenge Tobacco Farm Life Museum, Kenly Come out for the 2019 TFLM Backyard BBQ Cook-Off. There will be family-friendly activities on site as well as some delicious BBQ. Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m.

Red Cross Disaster Action Team Boot Camp Smithfield Fire Department Participants will learn the Red Cross’ role and values for engaging with disaster clients, first responders and the public; understand functions of the Disaster Action Team (DAT) and expectations for DAT workers on a response and more. Call 919-774-6857 or email Jennifer.Vangundy@redcross.org to reserve a spot.

Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m.

Woman’s Auxiliary Bazaar Bethel OFWB Church, Four Oaks Purchase soup, chili, Brunswick stew, hot dogs, baked goods, crafts and more at the Woman’s Auxiliary Bazaar.

Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m.

The Southern Vintage Market Chamber Park Arena, J. Lee Road, Benson Check out handmade items, vintage/antique offerings, local food and beverage products and more. For more information, call Morgan’s on Main at 919-701-1240 or email thesouthernvintagemarket@gmail.com.

Saturday, Nov. 9, 6 p.m.

Small Town Gala: Honoring Clayton’s 150 Years The Farm at 42, Selma The Woman’s Club of Clayton is hosting Small Town Gala: Honoring Clayton’s 150 Years as its fall fundraiser. Tickets are $100 and include a reverse raffle ticket, with a grand prize of $10,000, dinner, dancing and casino cash. A $10 donation gets you a seat at the casino table, while a $25 donation allows you to participate in Diamond Dip, where one lucky person will win a half-carat diamond. A cash bar will also be available. A portion of the proceeds from this fundraiser will go to Clayton Community Recreational Foundation: Harmony Playground and Christmas Kids Project. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to twccnc.org.

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Saturday, Nov. 9, 8 p.m.

Clayton At 150: Clayton Piano Festival Gala The Clayton Center Clayton Piano Festival’s eighth season concludes with this celebration of Clayton’s 150th year. Hosted by special guest performer, 2019 Miss America Nia Franklin, the program will include multiple performers and genres on piano, voice, strings, interspersed with poetry and short documentary film clips, capturing various people and influences in the area. For ticket information, visit www. claytonpianofestival.org.

Sunday, Nov 10, 3 p.m.

Archer Lodge Veterans Day Memorial Dedication Don’t miss the Archer Lodge Veterans Memorial dedication next to Town Hall in Archer Lodge.

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m.

Hearing Better for the Holidays Sleep Inn, Smithfield Don’t miss another important moment.

Dr. Kathleen Coates will discuss communication strategies to use for family gatherings or get togethers with friends.

For more information, call Coates Hearing Clinic at 919-300-5438.

Nov 14-15 JOCO WORKS Johnston Community College JOCO WORKS, presented by Novo Nordisk, is an industry-led collaborative supported by education, business, civic and government partners created to meet the workforce needs of the future. The collaborative will culminate in a curriculum and experienced-based career exposition specifically for eigth-grade students. The event will present real-world simulations of available career options and students will have the opportunity to explore exciting career paths.

Friday, Nov. 15, 5 p.m.

2019 Downtown Smithfield Wine Walk Downtown Smithfield Harbor Shelter will host the ninth annual Downtown Smithfield Wine Walk, a wine tasting to raise money for Harbor and its programs, on Friday, November 15.

Walkers will visit about 20 businesses in the downtown district and sample a different wine at each location. Harbor is Johnston County’s only nonprofit agency providing assistance to victims of domestic violence.

With its team of highly credentialed and experienced staff and volunteers, Harbor provides advocacy services, resources, and programs to assist women and children in need. For ticket information, visit www. harborshelter.org.

Saturday, Nov. 16, 8 a.m.

Pretty in Pink Foundation Point-5K InStill Distilling Co., Clayton Check out the inaugural Point-5K fundraiser.

From couch to finish line, you’ll be cheered on. Stop at the .25K point for coffee and donuts to fuel up, and finish at Deep River Brewing Company for the awards ceremony.

Cost is $35 and proceeds benefit the Pretty In Pink Foundation, which serves North Carolinians diagnosed with breast cancer who are under-insured or uninsured. To learn more, visit www.point5kfundraiser.com.

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Gobble Waddle 5K/10K Walk/Run Welcome to 11th Annual Johnston Health Gobble Waddle event presented by HealthQuest Fitness and Wellness Center. It is a timed run and fun walk event for all ages and fitness levels — definitely family, stroller and dog friendly. All participants are asked to bring at least five items of canned food to the event or drop them off at HealthQuest.

Canned goods will be donated to their partner food bank agencies: Sharon Baptist Church, Temple Baptist Church and Micro Original Freewill Baptist Church. For more information, contact the Johnston Health Foundation at 919-938-7169 or foundation@ johnstonhealth.org.

Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m.

Over the Counter Medicine Giveaway Johnston Medical Mall Enjoy free health screenings, find out more about the N.C. MedAssist Free Pharmacy Program and take home free OTC medicine items.

Saturday, Nov 16, 10 a.m.

Insect Investigators Howell Woods, Four Oaks Meet at the Learning Center to discuss the largest animal group in the world: insects!

Explore local insects with nets and then create your own insect to take home. To register, email t_stanforth@johnstoncc.edu or call the Learning Center at 919-938-0115. Cost is $5.

Saturday, Nov. 16, 12 p.m.

Bots & Bowling Rainbow Lanes, Clayton Meet Craig Danby (Team Mowbot) from Discovery Channel’s “BattleBots” as he teams up with the Techno Tigresses, Johnston County’s only all-girl first FIRST LEGO League robotics team, for a free community event at Clayton’s premier bowling location.

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My Beauty-Tician’s Chair W.J. Barefoot Auditorium, Benson Enjoy ministry through theatre, written, directed and produced by Jacqueline Gathers Woods, aka “Cista Lueeeze.” Woods has deep roots in Johnston County, and is a 1987 graduate of South Johnston High School. In the play, Priscilla recently relocated to the area looking for a fresh new start in her life.

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Saturday, Nov. 16, 4 p.m.

Fall Bingo Fundraiser The Pond at Lazy O Farm, Smithfield A family-friendly bingo night hosted by The Westside Cancer Fighters to raise money for Johnston County Relay for Life. Great prizes, food, raffle prizes and lots of fun while helping raise money to help strike out cancer!

Sunday, Nov. 17, 3:30 p.m.

I Am Enough “Live”: An Evening of Hope and Connection The Clayton Center Join award-winning writer, life coach and relationship solutionist Suzette Vearnon as she shares an evening of hope and connection. To learn more about this free event, visit www. iamenoughlive.eventbrite.com.

Thursday, Nov. 21, 5 p.m.

November OneTable W. Main Street, Clayton OneTable is a neighborhood event series designed to encourage togetherness, community, inclusiveness and compassion.

There will be a free meal to the community and fun activities for kids. Everyone is welcome! Come out to learn more about OneCompassion, different volunteer opportunities, upcoming events and to enjoy a meal with others from the community.

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Friday, Nov. 22, 8:30 p.m.

Noche Gaitera 2019 The Clayton Center “Noche Gaitera 2019” es un evento donde se celebra el inicio de la temporada navideña y es una tradición Venezolana, se presentara el cuatrista, compositor y cantante Rafael “Pollo” Brito junto a la agrupación gaitera “Proyecto Pentagrama,” y teniendo a la agrupación regional de música latina “Son Latinos.” For more information, visit www.theclaytoncenter.com.

Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m.

The Christmas Market 2019 Johnston Community College Come out for the largest Christmas shopping event in the area. There will be goody bags, door prizes and more.

Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m.

Holiday Open House/One-Year Anniversary Celebration Artmosphere Community Arts Center, Clayton Artmosphere is offering a Holiday Open House to get in gear with unique artistic gifts for the holidays. There will be extra stock and many holiday priced items.

Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m.

Turkey Time Howell Woods, Four Oaks As Thanksgiving nears, celebrate with an overview of the main bird: Turkey! Discuss its role in local habitats and create a turkey craft to take home. Cost is $5. To register, email t_stanforth@johnstoncc.edu or by call the Learning Center at 919-938-0115.

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Saturday, Nov. 23, 4 p.m.

Sausage and Pancake Supper - Larry Rhodes benefit Stricklands Crossroads Fire Department There will be a special fundraiser for Larry Rhodes, a longtime Stricklands Cross Roads resident and active member of Pauline Baptist Church. He was injured in a construction accident in the early summer. The Sausage and Pancake Supper plates are $7 a person, (dine in or carry-out). There will be a silent auction and $10 raffle tickets are being sold.

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Sunday, Nov. 24, 3 p.m.

Community Christmas Celebration/Parade Archer Lodge Don’t miss the annual Christmas celebration in Archer Lodge. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ events/921384781574909.

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