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CLAYTON, N.C. – The Town of Clayton recently took its economic development efforts directly to one of the manufacturing industry’s largest gatherings, representing the community at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago. Held September 14–19, IMTS brought together manufacturers, technology companies, suppliers and industry leaders from...

JOHNSTON COUNTY — A Goldsboro motorcyclist was injured Thursday evening after striking a garbage bag in the roadway on Interstate 42 near Clayton. The single-vehicle crash was reported around 7:23 p.m. According to the N.C. State Highway Patrol, 23-year-old Zion James was traveling west on a Kawasaki motorcycle when...

National coffee chain Ziggi’s Coffee will close its only North Carolina location in Clayton on Saturday, Oct. 31. The Colorado-based café franchise, located in the Triangle at 1299 Mechanical Dr., announced the upcoming closure through its Facebook account on Friday, Oct 2. “We know this news may come as a surprise, and we know how much this location means to many of you,” the post said. “This was a difficult decision, and one we made after careful consideration. We’re incredibly grateful for th

Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a food lover, the North Carolina State Fair may have an addition that suits your taste. This year, the signature Raleigh event will debut new rides, a food hall and a revamped space for showcasing flowers. “This marks a big year for the N.C. State Fair and completing some much-needed improvements on the fairgrounds ,” Kent Yelverton, director of the fair, wrote in a news release. “The State Fairgrounds at its present location will mark 100 years in 2028 and with

A North Carolina town calls itself the “Peak of Good Living” — and it keeps being named a top place to settle down. The Raleigh suburb of Apex ranks No. 4 on a new list of the nation’s best small cities for lower costs, job growth and other stand-out assets. “For those who value more space, fewer degrees of separation and shorter commutes, small-city living can offer plenty of advantages,” the personal finance website WalletHub wrote in a report published in late September. “Of course, smaller c

Clayton’s fire chief said a Sept. 24 truck rollover was preventable, with no injuries reported. The damaged unit may need replacement as the department reviews corrective actions.

Local banking institution Coastal Credit Union recently announced to customers that its Crabtree Valley Mall branch will close on Thursday, Dec. 31. The member-owned financial cooperative decided to not renew the lease for the building, located at 4325 Glenwood Ave, per their Wednesday, Sept. 23 press release. Chartered in 1967, the Raleigh headquartered company operates 17 locations in central North Carolina. “While this location is closing, the support, guidance and service you count on from C

Deep River Brewing Company hosts its annual Oktoberfest Oct. 10 in Clayton, with live music, food trucks, craft beer and games from noon to 10 p.m.

Deep River Brewing Company hosts its annual Oktoberfest Oct. 10 in Clayton, with live music, food trucks, craft beer and games from noon to 10 p.m.

It is 11 p.m. in Raleigh, the kitchen at home is closed, and the craving for wings will not quit. Most places in town have already stacked their chairs. One small counter on a busy stretch of road is still taking orders, still frying, and still packed with people who knew exactly where to go. This spot has a menu big e