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. Read on...
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. Read on...
‘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, December 2, at 8:00pm. Read more
The Johnston County Chorus presents its annual holiday concert on Saturday, December 16, at 2:00pm. Join the group for "A Magnificent Christmas" show. Read more
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. Read this edition...
Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is delighted to announce the opening of the StoryWalk® at East Clayton Community Park. This literary experience is a testament to the magic that happens when the worlds of literature and nature come together. Read on...
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. Additional Info...
Join your Downtown Development Association at Municipal Park (325 McCullers St) this fall for the first ever Clayton BBQ Challenge, presented by AGRI SUPPLY! Additional Info...
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. Additional Info...
Senior games in Clayton and other portions of Johnston County will soon be expanding thanks to a generous $25,000 donation from WoodmenLife. Read on...
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. Read on...
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 Additional Info...
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. Read on...
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. Read on...
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. Additional Info...
94.7 QDR presents singer-songwriter Randy Houser, Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley and Morgan Evans in the 2023 Acoustic Christmas for the Kids Concert benefitting UNC Children’s Hospital and presented by Deacon Jones Auto Group, Thursday, December 7. Read more
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 celebrate our summer interns. Read on...
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. Read on...
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 facilities! Read on...
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. Additional Info...
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. Additional Info...
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. Read on...
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. Read on...
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! Additional Info...
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. Read on...
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. Read on...
Lumos’ investment will build nearly 600 miles of 100% Fiber Optic Technology across the two counties, empowering residents with an ultra-fast network. Read on...
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. Read on...
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! Additional Info...
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, a position he has held as an interim since June 2021. Read on...
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. Read on...
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. Read on...
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. Learn more...
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. Additional Info...
Officer Johnson offers free security audits and active assailant training to local businesses and church groups. Programs are tailored to fit a group’s specific needs, strengths, and weaknesses. Read on...
The Town of Clayton and Clayton High School celebrated the completion of a new artificial turf field at a home varsity football game on Sept. 17. Read on...
