JCC Small Business Center Grant Applications Open Now
Follow us! Grant Applications OPEN NOW The Small Business Center and Verizon Digital Readiness Program have teamed up to offer this funding opportunity. Verizon is awarding 50 grants of $10,000 this spring! Simple application. Deadline - June 30, 2025 Complete these simple steps: Go to bit.ly/SBC-VerizonCreate a FREE AccountComplete 2 FREE 30 minute coursesApply for the grant If you need assistance, please reach out to the Small Business Center at jccsbc@johnstoncc.edu. Don't Wait!
Johnston Community College Announces Fifth Consecutive Semester of Record Enrollment
Johnston Community College (JCC) has once again broken enrollment records, marking its fifth straight semester of growth with a 27% increase in degree-seeking students on the first day of the summer term. As summer classes begin, JCC reports 2,755 students enrolled, the highest summer enrollment in the College’s history. “We are thrilled to see this continued momentum, especially during the summer term,” said JCC President Dr. Vern L. Lindquist. “This incredible increase reflects not only the strength of
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Johnston County Manager Presents Proposed FY 2025-2026 Budget Summary
Johnston County Manager Rick Hester presented the following budget summary to the Board of Commissioners during the May 19, 2025 Board meeting: Johnston County's proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 General Fund budget is presented at $402 million with a three cent property tax rate reduction from 67 cents per $100 value to 64 cents. Since Fiscal Year 2019-2020, the property tax rate has been reduced 11 cents (78 cents to 67 cents). This proposed budget reflects the Board of Commissioners' six priorities,
High School Space Crunch Yields Opportunities for Robot-Savvy Workers
NC Robotics Initiative Captures the Imagination of Johnston County Students Johnston County, N.C. – May 15, 2025. Robotics is changing manufacturing -- taking over repetitive tasks on a round-the-clock basis with untiring consistency and precision that human hands cannot match. In 2023, over 39,000 industrial robots were installed in the United States, according to the International Federation of Robotics (WFR), a non-profit trade association based in Frankfurt, Germany. That’s a 10 percent increase from
Busy Smithfield Exit Will be Reconstructed
Bridge over I-95 at Exit 95 will be upgraded SMITHFIELD – The U.S. 70 Business bridge over Interstate 95 at Exit 95 will be reconstructed into a taller, longer and wider structure, thanks to a new $38.3 million contract. The two-lane bridge over I-95 will be replaced with a five-lane bridge with a sidewalk. In addition, the on/off ramps will be reconfigured to meet modern standards, and traffic signals will be installed at the intersections of the ramps and U.S. 70 Business. The same bridge is also
SelmaWorks! Resource Fair Brings Workforce and Community Services to Selma Residents
SelmaWorks! Resource Fair Brings Workforce and Community Services to Selma ResidentsFree event targets residents most in need. April 4, 2022 – The SelmaWorks! Resource Fair will take place at the Richard B. Harrison Gymnasium from 10am-2pm on Friday, April 22. The event is a partnership between Capital Area Workforce Development (CAWD), NCWorks, Johnston Community College and Johnston County Public Schools. The resource fair will feature several organizations that provide services to help individuals in
LEADERSHIP JOHNSTON LAUNCHES CLASS OF 2022
SMITHFIELD, NORTH CAROLINA, January 15, 2022— A fully engaged Leadership Johnston program returns to Johnston County this year! The eleven-month program is designed for those who want to learn more about the county while developing and refining leadership skills. Through a variety of personal growth opportunities, individuals will gain a more in-depth understanding of the many facets of Johnston County, build crisis leadership and change management skills, and learn the skills necessary for effectively
The Town of Selma Presents Miss Hispanic Heritage Johnston County; Kimberly Cortez Manzanares
Selma, NC: Monday, September 20, 2021 - The Town of Selma announced today the crowning of Miss Hispanic Heritage Johnston County is Kimberly Cortez Manzanares. Ms. Manzanares was born in Goldsboro, is 14 years old and attends the Early Learning College Academy at Johnston Community College in Smithfield as a 9th grader. She aspires becoming an accountant when she graduates in 2025. Sergio Benitez, co-owner of Sola Creations, the business that is sponsoring Kimberly is excited to present her to Johnston
Smithfield’s 4th of July Fireworks Display Set for July 4 at Johnston Community College
SMITHFIELD, NC– After not having an Independence Celebration in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation, Smithfield Parks & Recreation, and Johnston Community College are excited to announce the return of 4th of July fireworks! Smithfield’s 2021 4th of July Fireworks Display will be held at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 4 at Johnston Community College. JCC parking lots will open for viewing only (no restrooms available) beginning at 8:00 p.m., and the
Leadership Johnston announces 2021 graduates
Johnston County, NC — Leadership Johnston celebrated its newest graduates at their first meeting on June 24. Despite the challenges of this past year, Leadership Johnston forged ahead under a new format focused on Crisis Leadership. The graduation ceremony held at the Tobacco Farm Life Museum and sponsored by KS Bank, was the first time these class members met in person. This year's graduates include William Brown (Benson Police Department), Melissa Curry (KS Bank, Inc.), Gary Johnson (Town of
JCC Business Partnership Opportunity
Looking for ways to get more promotion for your business? Become a Business Partner with Johnston Community College to promote your business through our newly established JCC Alumni Association! By offering discounts to JCC alumni, students, and employees, your business will be recognized in JCC publications and announcements throughout the year - encouraging our campus community to patronize your business! For more information, call (919) 209-2182 or email jccalumni@johnstoncc.edu.
Breeden and Sawrey join JCC trustees, Daniels is reappointed
Johnston Community College welcomed two new trustees and reappointed another at its July board meeting. Jonathan Breeden of Clayton is an attorney in the Cleveland community and helps clients in the areas of family law, criminal defense, estate matters, and contracts. Breeden earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from N.C. State University and his law degree from Campbell University. He is also a member of the Greater Cleveland Athletic Association Board of Directors and Crossroads
Smithfield-Selma Chamber of Commerce recognizes local SuperStar Teachers
The Education Committee of the Greater Smithfield-Selma Area Chamber of Commerce honored seven local elementary school teachers on November 3 at its semi-annual Semester SuperStars Luncheon at the Sleep Inn & Suites in Smithfield. These teachers were nominated by their principals and recognized as outstanding educators in the Smithfield-Selma area. The teachers were given a plaque and a bag full of items from Chamber members. A similar luncheon will be held in the spring for outstanding middle and high
Johnston Community College Performing Arts announces 25th Anniversary Concert Series
The Performing Arts at Johnston Community College is proud to announce the 25th Anniversary Concert Series line-up. Season tickets are currently on sale and individual tickets will go on sale August 5th. Tickets may be purchased by calling the JCC Box Office at (919) 209-2099 or by visiting www.jccperformingarts.com<http://www.jccperformingarts.com>. Patrons wishing to purchase 3 or more shows may do so as season ticket holders. Discounts are offered for 3+ shows, military personnel, students, and
JCC Medical Office Student is Academic Excellence Winner
After 18 years of working in the airline industry, Margaret Raynor decided to retire in 2005. She tried several different jobs over the next six years, but she still wasn’t fully satisfied. “One day my husband and I were sitting around talking, and he suggested I go back to school and pursue a career in the medical field,” Raynor of Smithfield recalled. “At first, I didn’t think that was a good idea, because of my age. I was thinking someone my age would have a hard time focusing, concentrating on school
Sherry Harris Is A Woman To Follow
Speech Given By Crystal Roberts: Ladies and gentleman, the Smithfield-Selma Chamber is again excited to present the prestigious Athena Award to a well-deserving recipient. This award celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the community and honors individuals who strive toward the highest levels of professional accomplishment. Tonight’s recipient is a fierce advocate for acknowledging female potential and just as importantly doing what needs to be done to make this community
