Johnston Reporter

Clayton receives national recognition for annual financial report

By Benjamin Kibbey | Nov 18, 2020

The Town of Clayton recently hailed the success of its Finance Department, which earned a “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting” from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States.

Strickland hails North Carolina State discovery of treatment to prevent internal necrosis in Covington sweet potatoes

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 17, 2020

State Rep. Larry Strickland (R-Johnston) recently hailed a development by North Carolina State researchers who found a way to reduce crop loss related to internal necrosis in Covington sweet potatoes.

White urges North Carolina businesses to reassess loan program after more favorable terms are offered

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 23, 2020

With $53 million left to make loans to North Carolina small businesses, the state’s Rural Center is seeking more applicants before a Thursday, Oct. 15 deadline.