/blog/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:37:00 +0000 8th Annual 911±¬ΑΟ Latino Festival in Downtown Selma http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/annual-joco-latino-festival-in-downtown-selma/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/annual-joco-latino-festival-in-downtown-selma/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/annual-joco-latino-festival-in-downtown-selma/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0400


Latinos Activate JOCO enthusiastically announces the 8th Annual JOCO Latino Festival, a vibrant celebration of Latino culture and community engagement. The festival is scheduled for Sunday, May 12,

]]> The Show Goes On (Virtually) at Clayton Center http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/the-show-goes-on-virtually-at-the-clayton-center/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/the-show-goes-on-virtually-at-the-clayton-center/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/the-show-goes-on-virtually-at-the-clayton-center/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400


In keeping with the theme of last week's blog, we continue to check-in with our partners across Johnston County. This week we’re focusing on the Clayton Center, which is a performing arts venue in

]]> The History of Benson Mule Days http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/benson-mule-days-celebrates-70-years/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/benson-mule-days-celebrates-70-years/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/benson-mule-days-celebrates-70-years/ Fri, 02 Aug 2019 11:00:00 -0400


The small town of Benson, North Carolina, with a population of around 4000, will swell to approximately 20,000 come September 22-25, 2021 when the 73rd Annual Benson Mule Days Celebration, sponsored

]]> Recognition Event for Benson Native Jimmy Capps http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/recognition-event-for-benson-native-jimmy-capps/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/recognition-event-for-benson-native-jimmy-capps/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/recognition-event-for-benson-native-jimmy-capps/ Wed, 03 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400


If you’re a country music fan, you’ve probably heard Jimmy Capps on one of your favorite songs. He’s been described as a “king” among Nashville session guitarists and his list of credits includes

]]> Festival Celebrates 5 Years of Making Music http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/festival-celebrates-five-years-of-making-and-sharing-music/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/festival-celebrates-five-years-of-making-and-sharing-music/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/festival-celebrates-five-years-of-making-and-sharing-music/ Fri, 30 Sep 2016 12:00:00 -0400


The Clayton Piano Festival is celebrating their 5th season this Fall with an astounding line-up of artists. The season schedule of concerts will run October 14th through October 22nd. Organizers are

]]> Scenic Settings and Summer Sounds http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/scenic-settings-and-summer-sounds/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/scenic-settings-and-summer-sounds/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/scenic-settings-and-summer-sounds/ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 07:00:00 -0400

Warm summer evenings call for a cold drink and some tunes. Thankfully, there are quite a few places in Johnston County where you can have both. We’ve rounded up musical performances happening around

]]> It's Fall Ya'll http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/it-s-fall-ya-ll/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/it-s-fall-ya-ll/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/it-s-fall-ya-ll/ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:00:00 -0400

There is so much going on in Clayton this Fall that I might not fit it all into this one post. But, I will try. The season of crisp air, warm apple pies, plump pumpkins, and autumn leaves is a

]]> Kaylin Roberson Talks Message & Music http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/kaylin-roberson-talks-about-her-message-and-her-music/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/kaylin-roberson-talks-about-her-message-and-her-music/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/kaylin-roberson-talks-about-her-message-and-her-music/ Fri, 07 Aug 2015 16:00:00 -0400

In this 911±¬ΑΟ Has Talent Blog I sit down with local artist Kaylin Roberson to discuss her message and her music...

It's pretty hard to imagine having a life-altering experience at 9 years-old. At that

]]> A JohnsTON of Music this Summer http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/a-johnston-of-music-this-summer/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/a-johnston-of-music-this-summer/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/a-johnston-of-music-this-summer/ Wed, 15 Apr 2015 15:00:00 -0400

Life is GrandIt's almost time for the lazy days of summer. The southern evening heat and the dance of fireflies makes you want to park it on a lawn chair somewhere and put a cool drink in your hand. And even if

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