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Tuesday, April 1, 2025

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Johnston County ranks 94th highest in North Carolina for per capita government transfer income at $9,060 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Johnston County received an average of $9,060 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it seventh lowest in North Carolina.

By Johnston Reporter | Mar 10, 2025

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Johnston County ranks 11th in North Carolina for government transfer dependency at 18.2% in 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 18.2% of income in Johnston County—ranking it 11th least dependent among North Carolina counties.

By Johnston Reporter | Mar 6, 2025

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Johnston County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.4% of income in 2022

By Johnston Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Johnston County, providing an average of $1,178 per capita to residents.

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FOIA Request Sent to Johnston County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Johnston Reporter | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Johnston County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Johnston County Election Department Regarding Voting Machines Testing Report on October 30, 2024

By Johnston Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Johnston County Election Department on October 30, 2024.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Johnston County rise or fall in 2021?

By Johnston Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Johnston County received $8.5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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2,796 Wilson County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By Johnston Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

Farms in Wilson County received $6,572,780 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Johnston County receive in 2021?

By Johnston Reporter | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Johnston County received $6,307,176 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Wake County farmers in 2021 reached $7,196,814

By Johnston Reporter | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Wake County received $7,196,814 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Harnett County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Johnston Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Harnett County received $8,096,923 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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3 acres of farmland in Johnston County owned by Chinese interests, USDA data shows

By Johnston Reporter | Feb 20, 2024

3 acres of Johnston County farmland is owned by Chinese interests.

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Tillis advocates for a secure southern border

By Johnston Reporter | Dec 3, 2023

Senator Thom Tillis has continued to advocate for heightened security on the southern border. His stance stems from his belief that the Biden Administration has irresponsibly allowed the southern border to become overrun. This issue concerns not just the state of North Carolina which he represents, but also directly impacts national security and immigration policy.

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Republican Analysis Reveals Americans Require an Additional $11,400 Today for Basic Living Costs

By Johnston Reporter | Dec 2, 2023

The typical American household now spends over $10,000 more annually than in January 2021 due to escalating inflation. This trend has been primarily observed amid the United States' struggle with a four-decade peak in inflation rates.

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Record high illegal immigration along the southern border

By Johnston Reporter | Nov 26, 2023

``` Illegal immigration along the southern border reached an all-time high in October 2023, with over 240,000 immigrants entering the U.S., even compared to September's small decrease in individuals crossing the border. This surge represents a significant uptick in unlawful crossings, prompting concern from immigration officials.

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Congressman Nickel Hosts Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Xochitl Torres Small

By Johnston Reporter Report | Sep 4, 2023

On August 30, 2023, U.S. Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) hosted Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Xochitl Torres Small in North Carolina’s 13th Congressional District to showcase the local agriculture industry, the ongoing research coming out of North Carolina, and discuss federal investments in rural communities.

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Congressman Nickel Travels to Israel on Congressional Delegation Trip

By Johnston Reporter Report | Aug 28, 2023

U.S. Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) traveled to Israel with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Leader Emeritus Steny Hoyer, and a congressional delegation of House Democrats.

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Congressman Nickel Leads Blue Dog Coalition Letter to House Leadership on Fitch Credit Downgrade

By Johnston Reporter Report | Aug 24, 2023

On August 18, 2023 Rep. Wiley Nickel (NC-13) – joined by Blue Dog Coalition Co-Chairs Rep. Jared Golden (ME-02), Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03), and Rep. Mary Peltola (AK-AL) – led a letter to Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Minority Whip Katherine Clark in response to Fitch's recent downgrading of the United States’ AAA credit rating to an AA+ rating.

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Congressman Nickel Plays Critical Role in Advancing Bipartisan Digital Asset Legislation

By Johnston Reporter Report | Aug 1, 2023

On July 26, 2023, U.S. Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13), a member of the Subcommittee on Digital Assets, played a critical role in advancing bipartisan digital asset legislation through the House Financial Services Committee, successfully negotiating wins for North Carolinians in the final bill.

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Congressman Nickel Co-Leads Bipartisan Delegation Trip to Latin America

By Johnston Reporter Report | Jul 25, 2023

U.S. Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) co-led a bipartisan delegation trip to Latin America to engage in discussions with foreign leaders and partners on issues of immigration, counterterrorism, trade, national security, intelligence, and law enforcement.

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Congressman Nickel Issues Statement on Supreme Court Ruling in Moore vs. Harper

By Johnston Reporter Report | Jun 28, 2023

On June 27, Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) issued the following statement in response to the Supreme Court ruling in Moore vs. Harper: